Lerna ran her fingers on the sheet beside her and found it… empty and cold. She jerked open her eyes only to find that Rigel had left. They had had a passionate night before and Lerna was feeling so invigorated and happy. Rigel had repeatedly told her how much he loved her and that it was impossible to stay without her.
She tossed her blanket aside and got up. On her way out, she grabbed her robe and tied its belt across her waist. She rushed out and asked the guards as to where Prince Rigel was.
"We saw him dressed. Maybe he has gone out for a ride," they informed.
Not really believing him, Lerna came back inside, her heart sinking. Her eyes went to a letter on the table and with anticipation, she walked to the table to see the letter. It was what she hoped it wasn't.
"Dear Lerna,
