Chapter #3

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We had been on the move for a week and a half now. Winter was coming fast. It was getting colder and colder everyday. The days were long, and the nights were harsh. I could tell she was confused and didn't know what to say or think. She hadn't spoke since the attack. I was worried. I felt so ashamed of what I had done. I should have told her who I was. I just feel so ashamed. My father taught me better. He taught me that truth is honor, and honor is everything.

It was cold this morning. As I looked over to check on Kikö, she was shivering. My only logical option was to add some wood to the fire. Knowing my feelings for her, I decided to get close to her and keep her warm. Suddenly she snapped awake with a blade held close to my neck.

"What are you doing?" Kiko asked.

"I was just trying to keep you warm."

"Mhm," she smirked.

I giggled and got up. "Come look Kiko. I have a surprise for you. "

She got up and looked through the trees. "OH MY ..." She let out as a tear fell from her cheek.

I grabbed her hand and smiled at her. "Come on. We are home. Let's get settled. We need to talk my love."

She looked at me stunned and shocked all at once, but she followed to her new kingdom, her palace.

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