Chapter 24 Changing Fate (2)

“They still talk about you,” Alicia whispered, dropping her gaze to their connected hands. “Does it not frustrate you? Do you not want to change anything? We aren’t the only ones that have been mistreated, Rowan.”

Rowan smiled. “Why don’t we go for a stroll? It’s getting a little stuffy in here.”

Alicia knew then that he wanted to continue the conversation elsewhere. Where better than the forest? She didn’t hate the idea.

She loved being in nature and enjoyed the grass and dirt between her toes. Obviously, she couldn’t do that now and would have to walk in these heels. But if it meant she could spend time outside with Rowan, talking, then she wouldn’t mind the blisters and cramped toes.

As sunlight gently filtered through the shadowy forest, the duo strolled leisurely, partly due to Alicia's heels and partly because they simply desired an uninterrupted stroll together, away from prying eyes. They didn’t venture far before Rowan growled and kneeled in front of her, hands gripping her a