"So, what is your plan to escape the castle?" Ian asked a while later after they had all gotten over the shock of the Prince agreeing to their deal, "Queen Sophia has dozens of guards watching you at all times. The only reason they're not in here now is that you're in a tower. You'd be seen if you tried to get out, even if you took the passageway."
"I know," Mason answered quietly.
Ilona watched him. Since he had told them he would marry the princess, he had seemed different. It was as if he was deflated. His voice was low, and his eyes sad, no longer trying to hide it. He didn't look at either of them as they spoke.
Ilona couldn't help but feel guilty. She hoped this trade was worth it to him, but she had a feeling it wasn't.
