Chapter 22 Answer

• “You must have bewitched me, which is why I was so anxious to come back, just to see you!” Leon put his arm around my waist and gave me a deep, unexpected kiss. When his soft, cold lips touched mine, I felt his warmth and sincerity. Once again, I was captivated by him. The first sense of loss was instantly changed to joy, and his kiss, like a warm sunbeam, melted all the coldness from my heart.
• I was shocked by the faint smell of blood coming from his clothes. Was Leon hurt? No, it was not his scent. Perhaps he had been wounded in the hand. Has anyone ever been tortured by him again?
• Queen Catherine coughed softly, reminding us that there were people watching. Leon let go my hand and turned to look at Katherine. “Mother, I’m glad to see you here!”