The smile dropped away. “But I do care. That wasn’t a trick. It was an accident.” He sighed and ran a hand over his face. “I wish it was otherwise.” He studied me admiringly and I felt myself recoiling from his gaze. “I mean, look at you. You’re beautiful, Morgan. Growing more so each day. And you’re the king’s sister.” His expression turned wry. “Not that that would have worked to my advantage.”
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