Royal Rivalry
“I was just curious.”
I knew my brother, he would never sound convinced. “Rowan…”
“I’m fine,” I insisted.
“Are you getting into trouble?”
“Not intentionally.”
He sighed quietly. “Try not to create unnecessary rivalries.”
I looked out across the grounds, thinking of Theo’s eyes on me. “Rivalry found me,” I said calmly. “Without my intention.”
Henry went silent for a second. “Then be careful,” he finally said. “Not everyone sees competition as harmless.”