Chapter 66

Chad's

The first thing I felt was guilt for still not telling her the truth about me and my brother. Then I looked into her eyes, and their uncertainty floored me. She had been betrayed before and must think I could do the same. But the bastard she was with before didn't deserve her. I would never do that to her. She fixed the strap of her dress, making me realize I was still staring at the perfect creamy mound with its pale and so inviting nipple. I kissed her temple and hugged her tight.

"That was Abelina... a witch." She gasped. "She works for me as a spy," I added.

"But, I thought we were not allied or friendly with the witches?" She grew concerned and curious.

"This is a lone witch, and she has worked for my family for generations." Her eyes opened wide, and I chuckled.

"Generations? Just how old can she possibly be?" She asked. I shrugged.

"No one knows for certain," I replied. "Abelina will make it possible for my spies to leave the country towards North Natbia with