WHEN the noise within the royal house became unbearable, Vaelora eventually opened her eyes, squinting as the early morning sun rays shone against her face through the open windows. Of course, she found her head turning to the side, and gave a tiny frown when she didn't see him laying there. After returning her horse to the stables, she had returned to their chambers last night, feeling quite downcast. She had taken a hot shower, after which she hopped onto their bed and slept off, unaware when he returned from his walk with Saphaira. "You know I usually do not sleep in late, Vaelora." Draekon's voice startled her. Her head turned towards the closet, and she saw him calmly staring down at her. She instantly felt overwhelmed with embarrassment. "I wasn't checking for you." She mutt

