Natalia's POVThe events at the village lingered in my thoughts long after Dominic and I returned to the estate.Although the rogue attack had been stopped, I could not forget the look in Dominic's eyes after the captured rogue suddenly died before revealing anything useful. The dark veins spreading beneath the man's skin had haunted me throughout the journey home.Dark Lord was becoming more dangerous.Worse still, Samantha was somewhere out there, plotting her next move.I stood quietly on the balcony outside my quarters, watching the evening breeze sway the flowers in the garden below. Hazel lay unusually quiet inside me, but I could feel her uneasiness. Just then, a knock sounded on my door."My lady?"It was Shantel."You may come in."She stepped inside carrying a tray with a cup of warm herbal tea and freshly baked biscuits."I thought this might help you relax."I smiled warmly. "Thank you, Shantel."She placed the tray on the small table before studying my face carefully, but
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