Alaric's POV

　　I sat on my throne, tapping my feet impatiently as I awaited the return of the incompetent guards I sent to look for Daisy a week ago.

　　A myriad of emotions swirl within me. I couldn't help but feel a mix of anticipation, and impatience, and the only question that kept ringing in my head was how did she escape?

　　As the candles flicker in the dimly lit chamber, my mind races with thoughts of the guard's mission. Why are they taking so ...