Chapter 11 Someone Is Following Us

• Regina
• Richard held my hand, pulling me out with him as he walked out of the palace. I turned my head only to see Roger standing by the front door, watching us leave. Roger's eyes bore into mine, his expression a mix of disappointment and longing. It was clear that he wanted to say something, but the words remained trapped in his throat. As Richard tightened his grip on my hand,
• "Richard..." I stopped trying to free my hand from his grip. "You're hurting me," I whispered, my voice barely audible. Richard's face softened as he immediately released his grip, realizing the pain he had caused. His eyes filled with remorse as he gently caressed my hand, silently apologizing for his actions. I glanced back at Roger one last time. Roger's eyes bore into mine, filled with a mix of anger and disappointment. I knew this wouldn't be the last time we would cross paths, but now is not the time for something like this.