Annoyed with her father's decision, Albert took his leave, pretending he wanted to make use of the bathroom.

Resting against his door which he had secured with a lock, he shut his eyes tightly as he slid through the door onto the ground.

Left for Naomi, he knew if he said the right words she was going to accept him but her persistent father who wanted to get her mated with the nobles at all cost was making it difficult for him.

Blinking his eyes rapidly, he balled his hand into a fist and then sent it into the air. Still seething with anger, he pulled himself up and with...