9. Death Is Coming

A shiver went down her spine. The way he said it and the look in his eyes told her he was serious.

"Why are you shocked? If I can beat you and kill you then why not burn you?"

Tiana’s throat went dry and she couldn't bring herself to say something. Sighing, he stood up and left without a word.

Tiana didn't see him for the rest of the day. He didn't come for breakfast or lunch and when it was time for dinner she asked one of the guards where he was.

"His Highness went on a business journey, he won't return until tomorrow," He explained.

Even if he was angry, he should have told her. Yet another night she slept alone, but instead of feeling relieved, she felt lonely.

When she woke up in the morning the first thing that came to her mind was Nicklaus. Was he still on his journey or had he already arrived?

"Has his highness come yet?" she asked the maid while she combed her hair.

"No your highness" Tiana sighed in disappointment. What if he was still angry and decided not to come?

A knock