Chapter 21

VERONICA

This was not how I planned it; I would have left a while ago if not for the fact that I started to read what didn't cause me concern.

Another person entered the door, and only then did I realize that the room is soundproof. I have messed up big time.

Now my life, my happiness, and my safety depend on whether the moon goddess will answer just one prayer for me. I promise I won't try this again.

"Unlike you not locking your door," I hear Ezra say.

"It was urgent; I guess I forgot to. We have to keep Father's health state a secret from the cabinets and the others, especially from the castle itself." This was Grimgor's voice. I bit my lips, hoping that the moon goddess would come to my rescue. I just pray that something will come up that warrants them leaving urgently. My whole body is dripping with sweat. Prince Grimgor should not have anything to take from his drawer. I am doomed.

Prince Ezra sighs: "You are already acting like you are the chosen heir."

" Obviously. I Will. Be.