CHAPTER TENThe grand prince met Lumina as if by accident on her morning stroll. He watched her possessively as they walked around the gardens.
“This country continues to amaze me,” he said. “To think that such beauty could reside in a far corner of the world, cut off from civilisation!”
Lumina took in a calming breath. “Grand Prince,” she said, trying to keep her voice level, “have you toured the palace yet?”
“No, I haven’t. I’ve been far too busy to spend time idly around the castle like yourself, Your Highness.”
Lumina simply smiled. “Then would you like a tour? I have some free time now.”
He raised his eyebrows. “I suppose I could suffer your company for a while.”
“You may have to learn to suffer it, Grand Prince, if we are to be married,” Lumina almost snapped.
He inspected his
