Chapter 164

“I have so much to do today. A case to settle in court, according to my royal adviser, Lord Dumbleton, and shooting with the new recruits of the department of security,” he said as he got up from the floor.

Danika nodded, pleased that he was confiding in her about the activities of his day. She bit her lips. “Then you must get ready, my lord. I’m so sorry. I think I made you oversleep.”

“And I feel most grateful to you for it.” He walked to his wardrobe and took out a robe he tied around his waist.

Danika watched him with lazy, appreciative eyes. He was large and powerful. Not fat—never fat. His presence commanded so much respect, even from strangers who had never met him. She watched as he wrapped the robe efficiently and without hurry. He rarely did anything in a rush. His steps were steady and regal. He walked into the inner bedroom.

Alone, she got up from the floor, wincing as her body protested. Her movements. Every part of her—especially her inner body