Ember Frost’s POV

The moment I saw tears gathering in Eira’s eyes, my stomach dropped. I’d said something I never should have. The mighty Princess Ember—the one people thought had everything under control—had somehow made her best friend cry.

“I’m so sorry, Eira! I didn’t mean that,” I blurted, my voice tight with panic.

I stood there awkwardly, guilt twisting inside me as I realized how careless I’d been.

Eira looked completely overwhelmed. She pressed her lips ...