"Let's go, Samantha." Alastair started walking. "Let me give you a tour of the palace."
Samantha blinked at the King, baffled by his sudden shift in demeanor. Although she was glad that he had not pressed on the matter, forcing her to reveal her true feelings, her heart was still unsettled. His sudden indifferent behavior made her feel helpless and anxious, and somewhere her heart felt heavy.
"Samantha," Alastair's voice pulled her out of her thoughts. The King was waiting for her, and Samantha pursed her lips before she walked to him.
