A cold bath had been my only option. I submerged myself in the cool waters, dousing those feelings of desire that burned deep inside, bubbling to the surface when I found myself alone with the Prince. Without my ladies maids to assist me, I got ready for tonight’s soirée, a no show not an option at this point. Tonight was important, as the theme of the events would be revealed, giving us an insight into what tasks could be in store for us maidens vying for the King hand. A knock at the door tore my attention away from the mirror and the terrible job I had done applying my make up. ‘Come in!’ I called out from my dressing room. ‘My Lady?’ Dion’s voice rang through my chambers, his cursing music to my ears when he narrowly avoided stepping in the now boarded up holes in my floor. I’m s

