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19. Danger Everywhere
Damian
"What is the meaning of this?" I questioned, barely keeping my anger under control. I also committed the atrocious thing of not bowing as was the custom and I was sure that this raised many eyebrows.
A few days ago, Alexandra had informed me about our supposed betrothal and before I could interrogate her, she had vanished. I was left to grapple with my fury and confusion. It wasn't until today that I had found the time to visit the High Council.
High Queen regarded with careful indifference. Inquisitor was not around today but some other council members were and I did not miss the way some of them looked offended on her behalf. Some of were shocked at the way audacity I possessed to speak to her Highness in this manner but deference was not what I had in me at the moment.
"I request the Council members to leave us for a moment, please", she said all the while looking at me. The request was an order in disguise and while
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