Chapter 52

Ariela

Aramis pushed me forward slightly with his hand on my back so that I started moving. I did him the favor and he said: "Hendrik, you know where to take my sister. A few guards will come with you. Let us know as soon as you notice anything strange or need reinforcements."

He bowed slightly and replied, "Of course, Your Highness."

We said goodbye, which was reciprocated.

Only at that moment did I really realize that I would really be without Tiana. I would be all alone with Aramis with no hope of help and that would be for who knows how long.

He led me down the hall and with every step the uneasy feeling in my stomach grew stronger. Being alone with this man could not end well. My concerns were justified.

As we walked, I looked back briefly, but Tiana was turned away from me and talking to Hendrik. The two of them were engrossed and were probably discussing what to do next.

So Aramis got my full attention. There were a f