My secret passageways had an exit in the twins' chambers as well, right through the wall behind their bed. I didn't know when I had started thinking of the secret passages as 'mine,' but it felt right, somehow. Even if someone else had left the book, I'd never seen another soul walking through the dark tunnels.
Prince Matthias and Prince Xander shared a room, despite having a connecting set of private quarters large enough to house several families. Their bed dominated the space, its impressive size and plethora of cushions could probably hold more than two people without much effort. I tried not to think about what went on in these rooms come evening time.
I poked around the wardrobe, ignoring the silks and robes that cost more money than I would likely ever see in my life. They had sev
