The Engagement

Zale couldn't take his mind off King Leo's words. even though he had tried countless times to forget about it. his mother had asked him to not involved himself with Kira's family anymore, she was angry with him for putting his life in danger to save Lily. Zale didn't necessarily regret saving Lily's life, his father had always taught him to be responsible and even though he didn't like her, he will never wish for her to die. the next day was his birthday and the entire morning he was busy welcoming guests. He was to be the next king of the crown city ( because King Sabestain had decided to not take in a mate), and he was always getting accounted with the children of other royal families.

Zale found himself on multiple occasions looking around, hoping to see Lily. Because Queen Kira had decided that they were going to return to Yandar that very day, he had little hope that she would allow Lily to show up at the celebration. Zale had never found himself disliking that woman more than