Chapter 8. Runaway

Edward sat on one stair that let up the throne sit, while Xavier paced around the throne room aimlessly. His body shook violently, and he tried to control and calm himself physically. He didn’t dare attempt to interfere with the war taking place in his head. That was worse.

The ceremony ended as soon as Lord Jobe uttered those four nerve-racking words. Xavier left the temple and rode back home as fast as he could. His heart skipped with the thought of his queen being gone, and with every minute that passed, it increased.

The first place he visited was Mia’s room, which looked untouched from what he saw. However, her golden wedding dress lay on the floor. It had been ripped to shreds and her golden jewellery lay on the floor as well. Along with her marital bracelet and her engagement ring.

According to Jobe, there was no sign of forced entry or struggle, and the bride makers looked as clueless as he did on where she had gone to. They had taken their leave after fini