Corrine frowned as she scanned the grounds. She’s getting a bad feeling from some of the people present. She can’t pinpoint them, though. Her intuition was on high alert.
She’d noticed a few mocking smiles thrown her way. She kept her head cool. She sat on the ground as she watched a spar in progress. Erik was next. It didn’t take long for him to notice that his opponent was giving it his all, not holding back. Well, he can do the same. He’s not about to be defeated in front of Corrine.
Her eyes constricted as she watched. That man means harm. She readied her hands as she concentrated. Thankfully, Erik didn’t need her assist. She found herself exhaling in relief. She’s gonna keep an eye on that one, committing his face to memory.
She’s aware that even in the lines of palace guards an
