19

THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

Cedric wrapped Daphne like the king had ordered and carried her out of the room. Daphne slept exhaustedly in his arms while he carried her away from the king’s quarters and down to the servant’s quarters.

He had just rounded the corner when he saw Veronica coming toward him. She took one look at them, and her eyebrows shot up.

“What’s wrong with her?” she asked as she strode fo