Jasmine's POV
I couldn't stop shaking. Even though we were back in the palace, safe from Miso and her gang, I felt anything but secure. Mason's arm around me felt heavy, like a chain rather than comfort.
The moment we entered the throne room, the Queen's eyes locked onto me. Her gaze was sharp, cutting through me like a knife.
"Jasmine," she said, her voice dripping with disappointment. "What were you thinking, sneaking out like that? Do you have any idea of the danger you put yourself in? The danger you put our kingdom in?"
I opened my mouth to speak, but no words came out. What could I say? That I felt trapped? That I needed to breathe?
The Queen didn't wait for my response. "You're carrying the heir to our throne. Your actions were reckless and selfish. As a future queen, you must
