“Have you considered, this might be a trap, my Queen?” One of the guards asks softly over my shoulder as we march down the hall. Well at least someone’s still talking to me. I frown slightly and nod.
“It’s a slim possibility.” I acknowledge. Ward’s gaze turns to me like I’ve lost my mind.
“Slim?! My Queen, if I may..”
“I’m well aware of the danger, thank you.” I interrupt the guard, holding up a hand. He stutters into silence, but Ward’s lips thin as though he agrees with the guard. “We’ll take precautions.” I tell them both with a sigh. The guard behind me grunts. Based on his disposition, I’m beginning to wonder if he’s any relation to Reggie. The thought makes a smile tug at my lips, and I turn to share it with Ward, but he is staring straight ahead, eyes yellow, pinned
