Chapter 38

Eleanor's p.o.v

I looked at the open door seriously then composed myself and walked into the bedchamber.

Ducan escorted me to the palace's entrance and went back after saying his goodbye.

I felt nervous and I didn't know what to tell the demon king if he was to ask me where I went.

When my eyes landed on him, I stopped walking and tensed.

He sat on the bed with his robes slightly parted, revealing his chest. Although he didn't look upset, he didn't look happy either

I lowered my gaze to the ground and waited for him to yell at me or order me to do something against my will.

"Were you out for a walk?" He asked softly.

I quickly looked up, surprised at his question and the tone of his voice.

"Yes, I....I wanted to tour around the palace." I answered in a stammering voice.

"Did anything catch your eye?" He asked seriously.

I kept quiet for a few seconds, thinking hard on how to answer his question.

"Yes, the flowers on the walls were quite unique." I answered then swallowed h