"Eleanor," Alexander said, surprise filtering into his voice. "You are on his side now? Do you even know what he did to me?!"

His eyes darted up to Conaan, who had a small smile on his face. He looked thoroughly amused, and not even the dances had left him so entertained.

One glance behind him revealed the long line of guards meant to protect him.

"You know the only time I will not be on his side?" Eleanor asked, her eyes wide. She was looking at the eyes of the man she had once sworn to love forever, but now felt absolutely nothing for. It was liberating to know that...