#Chapter 69. The Luna's Choice
Arthur growled, turning and nearly lunging at Tom. The man stumbled back and fell from his seat with a cry of terror.
"Arthur, no!" Daphne cried out. He halted, glaring at Tom’s cowering figure. "Just calm down--"
Arthur glared at the man as he stared up at him in fear. He should just tear the man’s throat out, but he didn’t want to expose Daphne to any more blood and gore than he had already. He was lucky, yet again Daphne had spared his life.
It made him even angrier to know that Tom wouldn’t appreciate it and didn’t deserve her leniency after having her followed around and inciting the people of Sharp Armor to attack her.
Traitor.
"Eavesdropping!" Someone yelled, pointing at her. "On royal business!"
Daphne ignored him and went to Arthur, taking his hand carefully. She tugged him until he turned to look at her. His eyes were still hard with anger, but he was calming down as their gazes met.
