Pen regarded him wordlessly. She needed to stop being alone around him. There had been rumours among the maids and guards already; she was his newest interest to play with. She didn't want to be roped in as a number along with the women he bedded, there was no need for such drama in her life.
So she became careful, and worked extra in his castle, despite his instructions not to. There was no use laying around and doing nothing, it didn't sit right with her.
"I need to go back to the King's palace." She told him.
Azriel was taken aback. Where was this coming from all of a sudden?
"You need to?" He asked. "Is there a reason for this need?"
"I am to serve the King, my Lord. Being here was only to heal. I have fully healed, thanks to your kindness and care, and I would want to return."
