"No. I didn't realise I had hit you. I made the mistake of rushing to see your guest. Like everyone around you, I was curious about the outsider. He has to be one of the soldiers we have been told about. I didn't know one would come this far," Olivia said, her eyes glued to Zayne.
Anna frowned as her friend was in for a rude awakening that Zayne was already somewhat taken by Rose. Not wanting Olivia to be embarrassed by Zayne's rejection she asked, "Mother, can I speak to Olivia alone for a moment? I won't be long."
"You may but the guards will follow you," Madeline replied.
Anna pulled Olivia before anything more could be said.
"I will give you a proper apology in her stead. Olivia is also seeking to wed and you're walking with a prime candidate though they don't know much about him. I must tell the guards to be more mindful. Even of young ladies," Madeline said, excusing herself to see the guards.
