Ashes of Roses (Tales of the Latter Kingdoms book 4)
““Your Majesty, anything could have happened!” he said, as I helped Ashara back into her saddle and then got back up on my own horse. “It is not safe — ”
“On the contrary, Blane, it is perfectly safe. These woods are an imperial preserve. There is nothing here more dangerous than a few foxes. Indeed, it is the foxes who should be in fear of their lives, not I.”
Something that sounded suspiciously like a muffled snort came from Ashara’s direction. I dared not look at her, for I wanted to ...make sure all attention was centered on me, and kept away from her. I could imagine her expression, however — those amber-hazel eyes dancing with mischief, her lovely lips pursed in an attempt to hold in her laughter.
“Your Majesty — ”
“Enough. I understand your concern, even though I believe it is entirely unwarranted. Now, Blane, since Lady Ashara’s horse has been stopped, and we are all safe and sound, I suggest we go back to the reception before we miss it entirely.”MoreLess
“On the contrary, Blane, it is perfectly safe. These woods are an imperial preserve. There is nothing here more dangerous than a few foxes. Indeed, it is the foxes who should be in fear of their lives, not I.”
Something that sounded suspiciously like a muffled snort came from Ashara’s direction. I dared not look at her, for I wanted to ...make sure all attention was centered on me, and kept away from her. I could imagine her expression, however — those amber-hazel eyes dancing with mischief, her lovely lips pursed in an attempt to hold in her laughter.
“Your Majesty — ”
“Enough. I understand your concern, even though I believe it is entirely unwarranted. Now, Blane, since Lady Ashara’s horse has been stopped, and we are all safe and sound, I suggest we go back to the reception before we miss it entirely.”MoreLess
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