you,” she murmured, because it was expected.
“You do not look excited,” As’ad whispered to her.
“Pepper wasn’t kidding about me falling. It happens all the time.”
“Perhaps you need more personal instruction.”
She stared into his eyes as he spoke and found herself getting lost in his gaze. It was as if he had an energy field that pulled her closer. She had the oddest feeling he was going to touch her—and she was going to like him touching her.
“Riding is an enjoyable way to get exercise,” the king said.
“Has anyone asked the horse about that?”
She spoke without thinking—something that had often gotten her in trouble back at the convent. There was a moment of silence, then the king laughed.
“Very good,” he said. “Excellent. I like her, As’ad. This one may stay.”
“I agree,” As’ad said, still looking at her in a way that made her thighs feel distinctly weak. “She will stay.”
Would she? Kayleen wasn’t so sure. She still had her life plan to fulfill and that included leaving El Deharia in a matter of months. A situation complicated by As’ad and her promise to the girls.
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