"Samantha, you must go. I cannot stop you and will not stop you." Lily iterated her words, avoiding meeting Samantha in the eye. She did not have the courage to do so, for she knew that the girl was crestfallen by her words. But Lily perceived that the King was right. If people found out about Samantha's identity, her life would be in danger. And the only person who could protect her was the King.
Lily could see the hurt in Samantha's eyes. Yet, she could do nothing. She was helpless. the situation was not in her favor, and she could only do that would keep everyone safe.
Although Samantha was gravely hurt, she did not cry, for her fury took over her. She directed her gaze towards the man who had brought her to this state. She glared at him, and Alastair raised his eyebrows at the sudden attention he was getting from her.
"Why are you doing this?" Samantha dropped the formalities and the respect she was supposed to give him and questioned him directly.
