"What?" Collins whispered.

"Smart choice, lady" the guard said "Take her inside to see who she wants"

Collins couldn't believe what was going on. He thought his mind was playing tricks on him or maybe Anabelle had some tricks up her sleeve to set him free later.

Without another word, Anabelle walked forward.

"Your grace" Collins called out to her.

Anabelle turned to him. There was no expression on her face. It was obvious that she felt no remorse whatsoever. In fact, it felt like she felt nothing.

"Yes?" she answered dryly.

Collins wondered how she could look him straight in the eye without wavering or feeling bad. She actually...