“We need to see her face,” one man grunted. “The princess is missing.” I wrinkled my nose. Why were they so desperate to find me? Mira told me that this was my kingdom, too. If I were truly free to walk around alone, why were soldiers hellbent on making sure I was found? I didn’t need to be babysat. I was the Queen of Seolia. I answered to no one. “Does Zeke know you were sent out here?” “Mira’s orders,” the other man argued, tapping my knee again. I sat up quickly and threw my hood down, shoving his hand off. “I’m a fucking blonde, you prick. Keep your hands to yourselves. Last I checked,
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