Chapter 15

"What do you think you’re doing?" a calm voice said.

I turned, and there stood Ferris. I noticed his clenched fists and the fury in his eyes yet he was calm. His presence seemed to command the very air around him. There was a cruel smile playing on his lips.

The sight of him, so calm yet so dangerous, stunned everyone into silence. The guards immediately released me, stepping back in fear. Even Helen took the opportunity to flee.

Gina’s face drained of color. Her eyes widened in surprise. She bowed her head and curtsied. "Your highness," she mumbled, her voice shaking.

I couldn’t hold back my tears any longer. My body shivered uncontrollably as I cried. The ache in my chest grew stronger. I couldn't take it - the betrayal, the humiliation, it was all too much. Ferris looked down at me. His eyes softened for a moment before they hardened again as he turned his attention to Gina.

"How dare you?" he demanded. From the corner of my eye, I could see Gina flinch.

She bowed her head, u