Chapter 15

Ariela

I prayed that Tiana would keep me company and not the king himself. I had to let myself be surprised.

But no matter who was with me, I had to contact my family. You also endured a monster there.

My nervousness reached its peak when I reached our destination with Tiana. She had already informed me that I was allowed to make phone calls in the presence of Aramis. My heart was pounding against my chest, but I would face the man.

She opened the door and said: "Then we'll see each other later. Just come to my wing as soon as you've made your phone call."

"OK, thanks. See you later."

I ventured into the lion's den as he sat in the chair behind his desk. His eyes immediately landed on me, but he would have liked to have been able to stay focused on his laptop.

Tiana closed the door behind me and I crossed my arms, hiding the shaking in my hands. As brave as I could be, the man had proven he had a sadistic streak.

"Good