Bab 119: The Teacher: Part Two

"*Your highness! *" Cedric and Anwel exclaimed, flustered after seeing Evanna drowsy and falling asleep in the prince's arms. 

At their appearance, though, Evanna forced her eyes open. She still could not believe Arawn was carrying her in public. Her eyes scanned her surroundings, and she could see only a few nobles left. It did seem to be near dinner time, so that was why the gardens were not as busy. But still, they gossiped, and rumours would fly around.

But her exhaustion overruled her embarrassment. Surely, their rumours would not be vulgar and could possibly be a simple one of the crown prince's guest falling ill?

"* What happened? *" Garrett demanded, seeming to magically appear before them. But Evanna knew it was because she was not in her right mind at the moment; he was probably just to the side and appeared before them.