Kingdoms of Shadow and Ash by HR Moore

Author:HR Moore [Moore, HR]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Harriet Moore
Published: 2022-06-27T18:30:00+00:00

Edu was happy to retreat to the edge of the room. From the shadows, he could watch openly, and listen to the revelers' unguarded drunken words.

'I was sure he was gay!' said the woman the King had pulled to the dance floor. 'He only ever dances with his cousin.'

'Trying to impress the Queen,' said an old man, knowingly.

'Why?' said a second woman. 'Not like we need the likes of her …'

'Probably taken a liking to her …' said the old man.

'How will Mama Bear like that?' said the second woman.

'Spells trouble,' said the first woman.

'He has to marry sometime,' said the old man, then, seeing her sullen face, added, 'What? You thought he'd marry you?'

The second woman laughed.

Edu moved on, nearing the stage. Zhura put down her drum, accepting a drink from the man the King had called Aaran.

'What is he doing?' said Zhura. Her voice was too low to hear, but Edu could read her lips well enough.

'Flirting, I believe,' said Aaron.

'Flirting …' said Zhura, incredulously.

'Trust him,' said Aaron.

'I do … but …' Zhura shook her head, then surveyed the dancing. She watched Fyia and her cousin, their bodies pressed together in a way courtiers considered most inappropriate in Fyia's own kingdoms. 'We're being watched,' said Zhura, as her eyes flicked to Edu's.

Edu held her gaze, unembarrassed at having been caught. They'd let their guards down … they should be embarrassed. Although, it was surprising Zhura had spotted him at all. Edu was well versed in stealth and concealment.

Zhura brought her hand up to her mouth and continued her conversation, shielding her lips from view. Edu inclined his head and moved on.

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