The castle was colder than I remembered.
Or on the other hand perhaps it was simply me, remaining in the corridor outside the Alpha Ruler's chambers, my heart dashing and my hands held into clench hands. I hadn't had any desire to come here, hadn't had any desire to confront him. However, the heaviness of unanswered inquiries had become excessively weighty, and I was unable to convey it any longer. In the event that he could push me aside and then pull me back into his orbit without an explanation, he was wrong.
A gatekeeper opened the entryway, moving to one side to give me access. I delayed for a portion of a heartbeat, my body opposing what my brain had proactively chosen. Then, at that point, I squared my shoulders and strolled inside.-
Asher was remaining close to the chimney, his
