Alya POV How could he do this to me? After John informed me that Leo was already out of the palace, when he had not yet recovered from a bullet wound, I worked with so much frustration and anxiety. I was aware Ember was trying to be scarce in my office, probably John telling him to lie low and not bother me in the meantime. She had screened most of my calls, which I was grateful for, and when it was her break, she brought me tea and pastries. I was surprised by the action. Emily used to bring me coffee. However, in the state that I was in, tea was a better choice. “You shouldn’t have, Ember. Did John tell you to do this?” I asked as she placed the cart beside my desk. “No, Ma’am. He did not tell me anything at all. I just thought you might want to have a break from work. You need to e