Chapter 43
- Leonidas's POV
- I rushed back into the castle, my mind a tangled mess of frustration and anger. Adrian followed, curious and concerned. I needed a drink to drown my troubles, but even the fiery liquid couldn't soothe the turmoil in my heart. I collapsed on the couch in my royal chamber, my grip on the glass tight.
- Adrian, always loyal and ready to lend an ear, couldn't hold back. "Your Majesty, what's eating at you?"