“Martin…” Doris started. What on earth was he talking about?

Martin held up his hand to stop her from saying any more. “I know it sounds crazy, but I know you, Doris. I know you have always wanted to be away from the palace and free.”

“How would you have known that about me?” Doris asked hesitantly. She took another small step back from him. She only talked about her freedom with Beth at the palace when they were alone.

Martin looked as if he had been caught red handed, but she didn’t know why. “I overheard you talking to Beth. I always used to hear you two talk about...