Valdemir had offered to walk me back to my residence once the meeting finally ended. I thought the matter would continue until sunrise, but thanks to Valdemir's excuses, we were able to officially adjourn the topic for another time.
I told him that he didn't need to escort me back because I was capable of finding the way myself, but he refused. After all, we did have something to talk about.
Privately.
Still, ever since we left the throne room, none of us had uttered a single word. I waited for him to start the conversation because I didn't want to rush him, thinking he might need some time. However, he appeared to be so deep in thought that he didn't even notice I fell behind. As I looked at his broad back, I couldn't help but wonder why Valdemir refused to pick a noble lady or any s
