Stubbornness

They all sat inside Arden’s car, all silent, none wanting to break the tension. They heard Katie’s breath hitch and she looked away, wiping a tear threatening to stream down her cheek.

“We’re going back to the pa-”

“Take us to the studio,” Katie said firmly.

Alexander’s head whipped toward Katie’s direction, surprised at the princess’ response. He had anticipated she would follow Arden’s advice without question. “Are you sure? You don’t have to force yourself.”

“My imagination played a trick on me. I am not injured,” Katie replied opened the door and got out, dropping any further protests.

Both men exchanged glances on the rear-view mirror before following Katie. Arden felt irritated that he couldn’t stop Katie from practicing once she had calmed down.

Katie slightly threw open the doors, showing aggression but trying to be polite at the sam