Chapter 706

Draven was carrying a steaming, greaseproof paper parcel. He walked straight over to Ruby the moment he stepped through the door, his voice softening. "A new pastry shop just opened outside the palace's south gate, and their specialty is honey cake. I bought you some while it was still hot. Give it a try."

Taking the parcel from him, Ruby smiled. "How are you back so early today?"

"I couldn't stop