Azimir rode back on his horse as quickly as he could, relieved to be out of the palace and away from Josephine and her evil father. Visiting the royal family had been a bad idea for he was left all annoyed and impatient. But he could not ignore his duties and disrespect them either. Now that he had dealt with them, he could focus on Aylin and the problem that was troubling her.
Though Aylin had not been vocal about it, he had sensed her longing for him the moment she had apologized to him after he left her room. She was aggrieved and sorrowful and was desperate for his warm embrace.
But something was stopping her. She was forcing herself to stay away from him and he had to know the reason behind it. He had to find out what was troubling her and why she was giving a cold shoulder to all the people who loved her, including him.
