ZAYN'S horse trotted through the gates of the Royal House, but his heart was lurching already. For different reasons. For Vaelora. For his brothers. For... a certain maid.
He hadn't seen her in a whole week, and he couldn't explain how much or why he missed her so.
He felt bad over the fact that Zentrakii was occupying such a large space in his head, amidst the whole situation going on with his brothers and Vaelora. But he just couldn't help it.
He had returned from Vexley Keep alone, purposely leaving Vonne behind, to keep him updated on things, while he was in Iron-Vale.
Seeing how Draekon was currently inactive, it was only expected that he filled in the spot, and held the forte until Draekon could regain his mind. He knew he would have to stay in the royal province for a while,
