Chapter 16

Audrey

I could hardly believe it myself, but after much struggle, we reached the private jet. Mars was already fast asleep, the plane was in the air, and Dalton was pacing back and forth while on the phone with some Penevian authority.

“I want you to find out the person responsible at once!” He said. “Double the security in Penevia. The crown prince must remain unharmed.”

Unharmed…

That was something I couldn’t do. I was selfish and let go of my son when he needed me the most.

The way Mars called out to me when I put him down broke my heart, and I couldn’t stop thinking about it.

Feeling the tears prick in my eyes, I got up from my seat and nearly ran to a secluded area.

Once I ensured no one was around, I leaned to the wall, sank to the floor, and buried my head in my hands.

I let it all out. Tears streamed down my face, and I felt a heavy weight in my chest. My thoughts were consumed by my mistake, and the guilt was overwhelming.

The pain and disappointment I had caused were overwhe