The place sunk in silence as both Amara and Rafael understood one thing. If Amara had to address these rumors for once and for all then it would only work if she revealed her identity.
But that might get her a lot of unnecessary attention and probably land her in trouble with the royal family. The current deadlock of Amara's ruined reputation might get resolved but there was a high chance that the losses would outweigh the gains.
"I understand,'' Rafael said lightly.
Amara smiled and continued eating her ice cream.
But when she was not looking, the man's eyes narrowed slightly. As long as no fools came to seek their deaths, he could let them off.
…
The next day.
"Your Highness?" Rafael looked at her quietly while she walked about, going through the cufflinks she had purchased. She examined it closely, putting it close to his face before placing it next to the suit he had donned.
