*Song recommendation for this chapter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHh4t38f9AM *
Albaric made his way to the door. He didn't look back. The door closed behind him. Keitel shifted uncomfortably. He came quickly to his feet.
He was about to exit the room when Leila burst into the study.
"Brother!" She cried. "What are you doing up? You should be resting!"
"I'm fine, Leila." Keitel dismissed. Leila laid her eyes on him sharply. Her lips quivered.
"Don't lie to me," She snapped. She marched into the study. Keitel followed her reluctantly back.
"I heard what happened. I can't believe that woman!" Leila continued. "I don't know why they're treating her like some kind of victim. She's a trained knight. She instigated it."Leila's jaw clenched.
"Leila," Keitel replied calmly. "She is still my wife. I shouldn't have allowed myself to sink to her level. The fault is mine."
