"I forgot to inquire, but is Ralph's mate still imprisoned?" Alora queried, placing the pen on the table and turning to face Magnus, who reclined halfway on the bed.
"Yes," Magnus confirmed. "I won't authorize her execution unless Ralph completes the task I've given him," he stated firmly.
"You should join me in bed, my dear. It's getting late. How much more studying do you wish to do?" he grumbled, his hand patting the mattress beside him.
"Just this page I need to finish, then I will come to bed. You should sleep," Alora said and focused her attention back on the book.
She lifted her eyes as Magnus was behind her chair, his frame looming above hers and the next second, he closed the book. He even snatched the pen from her and said, "Don't make me wait."
