TIARA THORNELLS
I swallowed hard at his stern command, my breath catching slightly especially since I was wearing a dress that left my neck and shoulders completely bare. So this was the real reason he had summoned me to his bedchamber. I had tried to tell myself there was nothing to worry about when it was Prince Zatan himself who had requested my presence. But now I wasn’t so sure.
“Change what you're wearing. Now,” he ordered with unwavering authority.
I immediately bowed my head in submission.
“Yes, your highness. I’ll change it right away.”
“Take that case and leave.”
Without hesitation, I reached for the case he had pointed to and lifted it into my arms. I turned once more to face him.
“Thank you very much, your highness,” I said respectfully before turning away.
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