ISOLDE

"Are you trying to run away from me, Queen Isolde?"

His voice was teasing, but it froze me. My heart thudded as I stood there, caught in the dim corridor, sneaking toward Rowan’s chamber. I hadn’t expected him to be here. I had hoped to move quietly. But now… now, I was caught.

I didn’t want Velin or Felda to see me. I didn’t want trouble. And definitely not from him... the warrior who could stop me with a single step.

"What’s it?" His voice softened slightly, laced with ...