The castle hallway was unusually quiet. Everyone had witnessed what happened. Especially after Clara’s confession.

Edward stood at the post, taking Arian’s order very seriously. He had seen how everything played out and wouldn't want anything to happen to Raya. Not on his watch.

A soft voice came from beside him.

“Edward?” Luna Laura called out to him, walking closer to where he stood.

“Are you waiting for Arian?” she asked, seemingly concerned.

He bowed.

“No, Luna Laura. Prince Arian had asked me to stand guard at the door,” Edward responded.

“Oh!” Luna Laura eyeballed him from head to toe.

She found it interesting but kept quiet about it.

Arian...