Reunion

Before the King could ask on what was the commotion all about, Queen Beatrice quickly whispered to her husband and subtly informed him on what had just happened.

The king immediately looked at Evie and to the girl who was still fully clad in the black cloak. He was about to open his mouth to say something when Gideon suddenly grabbed Vera around the waist and pulled her flush against his sturdy chest.

Gideon's abrupt action surprised everyone. "What the hell are you saying?" Gideon asked Evie in an almost harsh tone. His eyes were narrowed and trained on Evie.

Gavrael also suddenly appeared right before Evie, blocking her from Gideon's view.