Chapter 50 - Ticking Bomb

CHAPTER 50

"Zavan," I said, grabbing his arm.

"What baby?" He replied.

I need to warn him about Maximus. "I have to tell you—"

"Zavan!"

A voice cut me off. Just why? This always happens whenever I try to talk things about Maximus.

"The King wants to talk to you," the voice said, it was Greyson.

I held my breath. I couldn't seem to say what I had to say.

"Later, baby, this is urgent, I think." Zavan said and quickly kissed me on the cheek. I even bowed down in shame because the people present turned to us. The prince doesn't really choose a place; I'll have to get used to it.

"Beryl, excuse us for a moment," said Greyson. I did nothing but nod. Maybe I'll be the only one watching Maximus because I'm the only one who knows his plan. The echelons are busy, but I know they won't let anything bad happen to Zavan either.

I followed Maximus. It followed a sentry, who also followed Zavan. My throat was dry; it looked like his plan was about to begin. I stepped forward and followed. But I stop