Xerxes stared at the words on that letter before folding it and keeping it away. Andrew had handed him that letter right as he left the castle ground about to enter the carriage.
"Your Majesty. I reckon you should know this" He said before handing him the letter and getting on his horse.
Xerxes stared outside, the path had gotten dry and the green was now covered with muddy brown. His eyes shifted to Ruby. The way she looked had him hold his breath for a moment.
Xerxes watched Ruby with a gaze that lingered longer than intended. Her hair, pinned halfway up, caught the soft light, cascading in gentle waves down her back. The simplicity of her gown only seemed to enhance her elegance, the pale fabric brushing delicately against her figure. His eyes drifted to her lips—soft, pink, and s
