Chapter 13

DANIEL KNEW THAT HE HAD BEEN AVOIDING MAGNOLIA. The feelings he had at the ball were so intense and confusing that he did not know how to deal with them. Staying away from her until he figured everything out was the only way he could think of.

But Henry’s words have gotten him worried. Aurora was a spoiled child and always got what she wanted. She had been known for getting violent when she did not get her way.

He groaned. 

For the next couple of days, Daniel continued to avoid Magnolia. He buried himself in work and spent his nights in his office.

They finally met on the day of the princess’ tea party. When Daniel opened the door to the carriage and entered, he saw the surprise on Magnolia’s face.

“I have to go to the palace for a meeting, going separately would be irrational,” he explained.

“I see,” was all she said. Then she looked out the window as the carriage made its way through the streets of Throka. 

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