I reluctantly left my mate to get dressed for her party and ran into her maid.
"What's your name?"
"Merin, your majesty." She bowed.
"My mate has asked that you and your mate come with us. You do understand the risks involved in this request, do you not?"
"I... My mate told me, and we're prepared for what could come."
I examined the girl. Was Damien trying to plant a spy in my city?
"I will speak with Damien but now this," I leaned down closer, "If you are disloyal to my mate or are a threat to her. I will not hesitate to kill you both."
The girl gulped nervously and stepped back, "I have been taking care of the Princess for years. I love her. She is the sweetest royal I've ever met. I would never hurt her."
I frowned and stood up straighter, "Very well. Pack and be ready to go the
