Ethan’s POV
I walked into the bathroom, shutting the door quietly behind me.
The entire palace had gone silent, everyone had long since retired to their rooms, getting as much rest as they could before the grand event tomorrow.
The masquerade ball.
I sighed and rubbed my temples, trying to shove the thoughts gnawing at my mind away.
But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t erase the memory of what happened earlier today—the way Alex had kissed me… and worse, the way I had kissed him back.
My heart thudded painfully in my chest just remembering it.
What the hell is wrong with me?
I walked over to the shower and turned the faucet, letting the water run until it was scalding hot, hoping it would wash away the guilt clinging to my skin.
Steam quickly filled the room, misting over th
