As the hours grew late, the girls dozed off with smiles on their faces. Vincent awkwardly rose wondering whether he should bow but heard a sharp grunt from Arihan.
"Leave." His voice dripped with envy as Vincent could make Alora smile so easily.
Vincent nodded and hurried out, catching a glimpse of Arihan walking over to Alora and helping her remove the robe with surprising gentleness.
Arihan tucked Alora and ignored Helena who was right next to her. He added chopped wood to the hearth before leaving the chambers.
He went to bed with the thought 'Does she like him already?'
His jealousy began to make him wonder if Vincent was acting shy to impress Alora or if he was truly so genuine. He guarded against Vincent, determined to follow them to the private music session he had heard them planning.
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