Danika climbed the bed and laid down on it. She gave him her back as usual, her elbows on the bed, she rested her head in between them.

She tried not to think about what's about to happen. She tried not to think about what has happened. She tried not to think about the Royal Court. She tried not to think about Sally's condition.

Instead, she squeezed her eyes tight, hearing the ruffle of clothings behind her.

He'd said he wouldn't hold back. And while ...