The Alpha King's Daughter
Both would require careful handling in the months ahead, especially once the engagement became public knowledge.
"If there's nothing else," she said, preparing to withdraw for the evening, "I should retire. Captain Thorne expects me at dawn for preliminary exercises."
Phoebe nodded, recognising the princess's need for solitude after an emotionally taxing evening. "Of course. Thank you for sharing this meal with us, Elizabeth."
As the group began to disperse, Elliot found himself lingering, watching the princess's retreating form with thoughtful eyes. The evening had revealed layers to Elizabeth Pearson he hadn't expected—a strategic mind, combat training that apparently involved throwing kni