Their Royal Ash (Once Upon a Harem Book 4) by Lia Davis

Author:Lia Davis [Davis, Lia]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: After Glows Publishing
Published: 2018-05-21T18:30:00+00:00

Chapter Eight

My eye lids were heavy and I’d briefly dozed off a few times. Almost fell off my horse the last time. That was when Ayen made me sit in front on him on his horse and tied mine so he could follow.

Apparently, they had specific spots they stopped at. Our next point would be an overnight at an inn just outside the Kregon Kingdom. Ayen said it was run by a trusted friend and ally. I was too tired to ask many questions.

“Almost there, T.”

I nodded sleepily against his chest and closed my eyes.

“T, wake up.” Ayen nudged me gently.

Opening my eyes, I glanced around, unsure where I was for a brief moment. When the haze of sleep lifted, I sat straight up, recognizing the inn. Excitement danced inside me, then fear and dread settled in.

My aunt owned the inn. I hadn’t seen her since Mom’s death. Then the excitement turned to panic. Shaking my head, I tugged at Ayen’s sleeve. “We can’t be here.”

He kissed my temple and eased me down off the horse, then dismounted. “We can. No one will recognize you.”

Right, the disguise. Still, it was risky. “But my aunt will not be fooled for long.”

His gaze sparked with mischief. “Martha is on our side. I’ll fill you in once we’re settled.”

I wanted to argue with him, but I needed to trust the guys’ plan. The one where I still didn’t know all the details. I had a hunch they were keeping it that way for a reason.

A young man about Ayen’s age came out and greeted us. I hung back a few steps from Ayen. “Your Highness, it’s good to see you again.”

“A pleasure as always.” Ayen smiled and handed the reins to him. “We’re only passing through.”

The man nodded. “Of course.”

When he led the horses to the barn, I glared at Ayen. “Who was that?”

“I’m not sure. He’s new.” Ayen extended his elbow to me and I took it, looping my arm with his.

He led me inside and we were instantly greeted by my aunt. My heart fluttered at the sight of her and I wanted so much to wrap her into a tight hug. My eyes began to sting from unshed tears.

Ayen uncurled my arm from his and rubbed my back as he spoke. I leaned into his touch, loving the support from him. The pain from seeing my aunt was almost too much. Especially when I couldn’t go to her and tell her it was me. “I see you have a new employee.”

Martha glanced at me and stared. “Yes, but don’t worry about him. That’s William, my nephew.”

“Good. We don’t need rumors floating around about the middle prince staying at an inn with a girl.” Ayen chuckled and squeezed me close. I let out a half-hearted laugh. “We’ll take our dinner in our room. Will you deliver it yourself?”

Was he crazy? I couldn’t face her anymore without exposing myself to her.

“Of course, Your Highness.” Martha curtsied and rushed to the front desk and grabbed a key.

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