They arrived at the palace's private dining room, the table set for four. Amelia and Niko were still away.

Amelia had sent her some photos of the private beach and house they were staying at. She was so happy for them Amelia had sounded more relaxed in her messages.

Keira smoothed her pink dress nervously as she and Alexei waited for his father to arrive. She had a sinking feeling the other place setting was for Maria. She hadn't seen the bitch since she had turned up after Alexei had ...