Unfair Perfection

Turn the handle to open the door, that is all I have to do— I remind myself,  but I remain hesitant.

I am certain the moment the door opens the Prince would know I was coming out and then it would be awkward if I didn't come out…..

Which of course I want to do but I— I take a sharp breathe in, shutting my eyes.

I just needed a second. A second to compose myself.

Composure.

Composure, Kaelia.

Aft