~Making My Enemy My Friend~

CALISTA

Dinner with Arden felt like a routine now. The maids moved around quietly, placing dishes on the table.

I sat where I always did—across from him, close enough for polite conversation, far enough to hide the thoughts I didn’t want him reading off my face.

He smiled as soon as I lifted my gaze. He always did. The spell made sure of that.

“You look relaxed tonight,” he said. “Your skin looks better.”

I nodded. “I had a long bath. It ...