It was obvious that something had shifted between Gabbi and Azrael. Since their heated encounter that morning, an unspoken bond had formed, settling between them like a comfortable tension.
Azrael had kept to his word, arriving at her door precisely as the servants finished dressing her for the sightseeing excursion. Gabbi had expected something simple, but the servants, working under the king's orders, had other ideas. Despite her protests, they had meticulously dressed her in something far grander than she'd ever imagined.
The dress was a striking white gown with a draped, one-shoulder design. However, the most stunning feature was the bold, black feathered collar that draped dramatically over one side of her shoulder. The feathers were dense, layered intricately to contrast with the sleek, smooth fabric of the dress. The combination made Gabbi appear both ethereal and edgy, a mixture of grace and danger.
