Paradise

Indeed, the news Morgan had for me was wonderful, one that filled my heart with a bit of happiness I had been denied for some time: she got the King to allow me into the library!

“Come on, this place is amazing!” She said full of energy, holding my hand as she hurried on. The double doors were huge, at least seven feet high and completely gilded. “The King spares no expense for what gives him pleasure.” She said and I noticed, even from the side, that Morgan's cheeks were flushed.

Was she referring to something else? Like, for example, the concubines?

As if she could read my thoughts, Morgan turned to me and smiled, but this time, it was more coy and shy.

“Casey, when I asked the King to allow a friend into the library, he was silent, as if he was thinking of a way to deny me. But as soon as I mentioned your name, I saw the twinkle in his eyes.” Morgan took both my hands. “Maybe he doesn't go through with the plan to just make you a breeder. But take you as one of us. In fact, if you