Bella makes her way through the gardens to the stables for her morning ride. After what happened the night before, she needs the hour or so of silence that her ride provides to clear her mind.
She keeps replaying her conversation with Henry and a smile graces her lips as she remembers how quick he was in wanting to protect her from Lord Roberts.
And just as if the man had been summoned simply by the thought of his name, Bella runs into him. Stopping in the middle of the path, effectively cutting her off from any escape routes she might have, he greets her with a wide smile.
-"Lady Arabella, good morning! Where are you going so early in the morning?"
-"Lord Roberts. I'm off to the stables."
-"Care for some company?"
-"Thank you, but I prefer riding alone, to prepare myself for the day."
-"I see, but from what Josh has told me, it isn't safe to ride alone. The threat of the Rogues have been increasing every day."
-"Well aware, Lord Roberts. That's why I always have at least three guards with me at all times when out riding. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very busy morning and still want to ride for a little while."
-"Very well, then enjoy your ride, my Lady."
Alexander steps aside, letting her through, a sickening sweet smile on his face. Bella nods in response, but thinks that she definitely needs to be careful with him.
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''Flying''
Hayran KurguBook 2 in the ''Flying'' Series. After fourteen years, Bella is sure that her life is always going to stay the same and she isn't eager for a change. However, after a celebration in Court, something changes and this is a change that Bella isn't expe...
