" So, how are you and Jin doing? " Elina asked.

   " I haven't seen him in a few weeks. King Francis sent him on a mission and he hasn't come back yet. "

   " I see, maybe he'll be back when you get back today. "

   " Maybe. And I hope Aileen can find a good house before we leave. "

   " I'm glad she's leaving that man. I never liked him, especially with the affair. "

   " Yeah, when I saw that I honestly wished I could no longer see. "

   " Same, that wasn't something I want to keep in my mind. "

Elina and you turned the corner in the castle and started walking down the new hallway. Aileen was out at the moment looking for a place to stay before leaving her husband officially. She decided to stay in the empire instead of traveling a far distance. She would be back later, when the carriage arrived, which would be in a few minutes. 

   " What was Jin's mission? "

   " I'm not sure. He never tells me. "

   " When he comes back make sure you put your foot down and talk to him. That's the biggest problem in relationships, it's people not communicating with the other. "

   " I know, and I will when I see him. "

   " Good. The carriage should be here. I'll lead you downstairs, okay? "

   " Okay. "

Elina led you downstairs and to the carriage and Aileen was already inside waiting for you. You hugged Elina, and told her goodbye, she mentioned how you should come to visit more, often and you agreed. But as you got in the carriage you didn't know that would be the last time you saw Elina. 

Back at the castle, Quinn was sitting in his room looking at a bunch of papers. Some were information on the rebel group and the others were papers from books. He had written notes and tore papers out of books to keep them in his study. He wanted the title and he wanted it sooner, rather than later because of the power he could hold. All he needed was for things to move faster.

Princess Larissa was getting on his last piece of patience and he knew that she would not make a good queen. She simply did not care for people, and only cared when it was about her. Money was nothing to her, except for something to wear and dress in. He couldn't wait for her to leave and, due to his father, he couldn't wait for you to get back. As soon as you got back, everything could go accordingly. 

   " Quinn! Are you in there? Come out! "

Quinn stayed quiet and hoped that Larissa would leave him alone. He didn't fancy seeing her and hoped that his quiet act made her think he wasn't there. It took a minute, but he could hear here feet start running away from his door. He sighed and stood from his desk to look out of his window. The sun had set, but it didn't mean he had to sleep.

Quinn actually preferred the night sky compared to the morning. The stars could be seen and with the winter gone the sky would have no clouds. I looked at the dark scenery and noticed a carriage on its way to the castle. 

   ' It's her. '

A smile appeared on Quinn's features, and he left his room. He didn't see Larissa anywhere in sight and he found a butler, close to his door.

   " Excuse me, the Queen and her maid are back. Please let the maid know I need to see her. "

   " Yes, my lord. "

The butler walked off and Quinn went back into his room, wishing time would speed up in his favor. As soon as the carriage stopped you got out and stretched your arms and legs. Aileen copied your actions and grabbed her bags.

   " I will see you in the morning, Y/n. I am tired and ready to hit the hay. "

   " Same here. "

You both walked up the steps and a butler opened the door and Aileen handed him her bags and continued walking inside.

   " The prince would like to see you, m'lady. "

   ' Oh, great. '

You walked into the palace, still with your stuff in hand, and made your way to the royal floor. You saw Aileen enter her room with the butler right behind her and you walked to Quinn's door. After knocking the door was swung open and Quinn physically relaxed at seeing you.

   " Oh, good you're here. " He said sighing in relief

   " What did you need me for? "

   " Come in. "

   " I think I'll be fine out he-"

Before finishing your sentence he grabbed your wrist and pulled you into the room. He shut and locked the door behind you, allowing you to hear a click. He leaned against you and you tried to lean away from him, but it only resulted in you being pushed against the door.

   " I missed you. "

   " I wasn't gone that long. "

   " I know, but Princess Larissa made it seem like it was longer. She's so annoying and spoiled. I don't think I can last the rest of the week with her. "

   " It's only been a day. And why are you leaning on me? "

   " Because your presence is relaxing to me. "

   " Prince Quinn, this is not appropriate for a maid and prince to be doing. Let me go. I'm tired and ready to go to bed. "

   " Then, sleep here. I don't see the problem with you sleeping here. "

   " This is your room! A royals room, I am not supposed to be here! "

   " Just relax, sweety. "

   " Who the heck do you think you're calling sweety? "

Quinn pulled you closer and started walking backward. You tried moving out of his grip but he wouldn't let you go. He pulled you over to his bed and laid you down on it and he laid right beside you. 

   ' This is uncomfortable. '

You felt uncomfortable and wanted to leave as quickly as you could, but the prince wasn't having that. He pulled you into his chest and wrapped his arms around you, and entangling his legs with yours. His face was a little flustered, but not to the point anyone could tell.

   " Now, sleep my star. I will see you in the morning. "

   " Quinn! I do not want to sleep here! "

Quinn looked up at you, and his eyes looked tired and lazy. He pecked your lips before nuzzling his head into your neck. 

   " Sleep. "

You struggled in his arms as he slept, but he wouldn't let go of you, even in his sleep.