Chapter Five
Once I repaired from my ordeal, I returned to my normal duties in the castle. Princess Cecilia, thinking we should guard our secret moments more dearly, suggested that we spend less time in public places together. She was still quite suspicious of Sir Roger’s word. A few whispered comments might set the whole place gossiping. There was nothing more delicious for the servants and peasants than to have a juicy morsel to share about the prince or princess. I agreed with her evaluation because I knew she was right, and because I was feeling a bit put out by the young royal woman. As kind as she could be, she always demanded my complete attention when I was in her presence. Perhaps it was time to spread my wings a bit. I thought of that mostly when I remembered Sir Roger’s strong
