
Prince Bertrand invited Lady Micah out to the gardens with him.
Despite the red of her gown, it faded into the shadows.
She was an Erembour. Queen of the dark runes and a lioness.
He turned to her and drew her into his arms. She didn’t stop him. He leaned down and kissed her. An inexperienced kiss, but it was his first.
As it was hers.