Chapter 253. Not Your Queen

Chantel Raven

She takes a short peek at him before returning her gaze to me. "It may be, but I don't think so; I'll discuss it with Aceso," she says, her voice confident. "He also treated you, and he may know more." She pauses, her eyes glinting with understanding. "For now, take this." She offers me a tablet, which is presumably a placebo.

I accept it and smile at her, while still attempting to warn her.

As she turns to leave, I attempt to say anything else, anything to ensure they'll be okay.

"Enjoy the ball," I said, nodding. I believe she now understands that something will happen at the ball. And, if I understood her message correctly, she'll inform the others. Maybe Freda can interpret my message. Although I believe it is evident.

The door opens again, but Damon pushes it back, closing it. I tighten up somewhat, but try not to show it.

Damon takes my hand and says, "Don't