AMARA'S POVI woke before the carriage reached the palace grounds.For a brief, disorienting moment, I forgot where I was. My head was resting against something warm, solid, and steady.Then I realized it was Adrian's shoulder.I immediately sat bolt upright, pulling back as heat rushed to my face.Adrian looked down at me with a soft, amused smile, shifting his arm slightly. "Good morning."I rubbed my eyes, trying to clear the sleep from my vision. "How long was I asleep?""Long enough."My eyes widened. "You should have woken me up, Adrian.""You looked comfortable," he said simply, his voice low. "I saw no reason to disturb you."I turned my face toward the window, looking out at the passing trees. "Thank you for yesterday.""For the pastries?""For everything."His smile softened. "You're always welcome, Amara."The carriage came to a smooth stop outside the main entrance. I stepped out first, eager to put a little physical distance between us.Not because I disli
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