Chapter 0613

"You worried about going home?" Julian asked.

"A little," I admitted. "I'm not sure what the people will think when they see where I come from."

Julian shrugged nonchalantly. "They like you in part because of your humble origins, Piper. You have nothing to worry about."

If only it was that simple. "Not everyone likes me."

He continued to smile but it did not meet his eyes, which sharpened as they peered at me. I was being observed, like a bug under a microscope. I was afraid of what he might see.

I decided to just tell the truth before Julian could start making more observations. I wanted to keep some secrets to myself, thank you very much. Julian had a way of seeing straight through me.

*The King says Bridget and I have split the popular vote 50/50," I said.

"You spoke with my father?"

"He summoned me."

sighed and his smile finally faded. I immediately missed the comfort it

anymore, when Julian made the correct assumptions. "Yes. And to give Bridget my

He shook his head as he poured a second cup of coffee

good points..." It pained me to admit that, but

me flatly. "Do you really believe that

asked me something similar.

"No."

about what my parents think is right, and

coffee in one go. Then he set it aside. With his hands

it's so easy to get caught up in it all and forget who you

brought here in the first place for a PR

make the

sound of handing it over

to want to

twinkled in his eyes. "Piper. That you even

and supportive. I very nearly hugged him.

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