Chapter 9

"The king has sent for you." Killian broke the news to Rylie as she ate. She almost choked on her food when she heard the news. He quickly gave her water to drink and rubbed her back gently.

"Why? What have I done?" She questioned frantically.

"I haven't done anything, I swear."

Killian chuckled and stood erect after making sure she was alright.

"He just wants to meet his daughter-in-law, is that so bad?"

Rylie coughed a little and shook her head.

"It's not bad at all. When am I supposed to go and see him?"

"I will tell you but for now, finish eating. Do you need anything?"

"No, I'm fine. Thank you."

"That's good. There's something I need to talk to you about." He spoke. Rylie stopped eating and looked at him.

"Your tone sounds like it's an emergency. Have a seat while we talk." She offered but he bluntly refused.

"You shouldn't speak to strangers, Rylie. Master Asher doesn't like it and you have to stop it."

Just as his words dropped, Elina began descending the stairs.

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