Chapter 6

The food had cooled, and time had passed, but Alexander never arrived at the time he had mentioned in the note.

Just as I was about to leave, Bradley appeared out of nowhere. "Your Highness, what a coincidence."

"Daniela, I need to talk to you," Bradley said, his eyes reflecting a touch of hesitation. "Can we sit and talk?"

I nodded.

Bradley said, "Daniela, my mother has arranged for me to keep Greta Knox by my side, but please believe me. You're the only one I care about. I'll wait for you to grow up.

"Her father and brother are…