Chapter 35: Chapter 35: All Right

As I approach the palace, I see Ambrose outside with his own horse. I slow to a walk as I get closer.

The king frowns at me.

“I didn’t know where you’d gone,” he says.

“Didn’t realize you were keeping tabs,” I respond coolly.

“Don’t do that, Hera. You could’ve been hurt and I wouldn’t even know where to look.”

I pull up beside him, softening my tone as I see the concern on his face. “I’m fine, Ambrose.”

His shoulders relax slightly.

I suddenly want to get away from here and take him with me—get rid of the tension that was consuming us. I could use a break, and I think he could, too.

“Race to the valley?” I ask.

Ambrose pauses as he considers, but I don’t give him the chance to say no. I take off and a moment later, I hear him follow.