Chapter 19 | An Ally

I am exhausted by the time I return to my chambers. The atmosphere inside is stale and chilled. There has been no fire to cleanse the air and keep the cold at bay. A shiver creeps down my spine. My natural inclination is to cross the threshold and dive under the silky covers of my bed. I hesitate when I reach the foot of my bed. Memories come rushing back to me.

I run the tips of my fingers along the smooth surface of my covers. The fear that coursed through my veins that fateful night begins to