Make me your trainee

Chapter 32

Iris

The next morning came with a different kind of energy, one that drove the gloominess from last night to the farthest part of my mind.

I yawned loudly, silently appreciating the moon goddess for bringing me to a new day. Then I got up only to find Gradel's side empty with the rumpled bedsheet as proof that he'd left without caring about how I fared.

Last night had been an eye-opener, putting it mildly, it served as a reminder that his father would never accept me, and so would Gradel.

Once again, my reality slapped hard me in the face.

I was alone.

I shoved the depressing discovery aside and freshened up, eager to start my day. Then I left the room and turned to the guard who was continually by the door.

He bowed immediately he got a whiff of my presence. "Greetings, my lady." He said plainly.

I muttered a response and folded my arms. "Where can I find the prince?"

His expression cracked and lines of nervousness slipped through. "I don't know where he is." He force