~Adinah~

I approached Devin, my mind racing with the urgency of my request. "Beta, I need one of your most trusted guards to follow someone for me," I began, my voice low to ensure privacy.

His expression remained neutral as he regarded me, his eyes reflecting a mixture of curiosity and concern. "Who do you need us to monitor, Your Majesty?"

My gaze flickered to the ground momentarily before meeting his once more. "My best friend," I confessed, before concluding. "And Jeremy."

Understanding dawned on his features as he nodded in acknowledgment. "Consider it done, Your Majesty. I'll assign one of our best guards to the task immediately."

Relief washed...