TASTE OF DARKNESS

[MUSIC RECOMMENDATION: WHILE YOU'RE AT IT ~ JESSIE MURPHY]

Kitanna released herself from the crown prince's grip, sat down, smiling awkwardly. The ministers assumed it was only because she was falling in love with the crown prince.

"It seems our Crown Princess is smitten by you, Your Royal Highness," Minister Dominique said, grinning and looking around for support from other ministers.

Kitanna widened her eyes, shaking her head in denial. Why was this minister trying to make matters worse for her? She didn't need to look at Nix because she felt his eagle-like eyes gauging her every movement and expression.

Adric nodded proudly when he heard the minister's comment. The other royal suitors on the table wished they were the crown prince of Avon; it was obvious that there was a chosen man in their midst already. The man's every aura screamed elegance—his hairstyle, royal robe, even the tiny holes at the side of his cheeks that appeared every time he smiled.