There was a mixture of confusion and worry on his face. His eyes briefly switched to Kamaria, and my own shock was replaced with anger. He was really trying to keep this secret from me? I knew that he didn’t tell me everything when it came to the war to prevent me from constantly worrying, but this was something else entirely. Shouldn’t I know who he named heir when I nearly died in order to give him one?
“Thank you for your company today, Kamaria.” I broke the silence. “Send my regards to Demetrius too.”
She nodded and tried to leave, but Aris was blocking the door opening. He would never fight with me in front of anyone, but I could see him putting the pieces of the puzzle together. He was angry with Kamaria, she broke her promise, but I wouldn’t let him punish her for rectifying his m
