Chapter 26

I stood here involuntarily with this godlike figure next to me. What a cruel existence I led.

I should never have asked Taran to take me to him.

This incredibly male voice said, "I missed you, Davina."

My poor heart believed his nonsense and was thrilled, which increased my heart rate. They were nice words that were nice to hear. As long as it was from someone you liked.

But he had missed me, which could be a mean feeling, more like a sad one. That's the only reason I should give him the time with me, after all, I was a nice person.

Yes, I wanted to engage in a conversation. Of course, exclusively to do him a favor.

I was taken out of my thoughts when he continued, "As much as you hate to admit it, I make no secret of it. I missed you very much and wanted to have you with me."

The king had probably taken a course on how to wrap a woman around his finger. He had passed it with distinction and was at the top of his class.

"Davin