Sylvia's POV:

I noticed that there was something wrong with Maya's expression, so I looked at her and asked, "What's wrong?"

Maya let out a sigh. "Ever since you left the imperial palace, Prince Rufus hasn't slept a wink, nor has he had a good meal either. But as soon as he found out about your whereabouts, he rushed there overnight. You can just imagine the pain he went through while you were away."

My heart ached when I heard what she said. I pictured Rufus' weary expression on the way back as he leaned against his seat. He was probably both mad and disappointed in me.

I looked down and gripped the blanket as I murmured, "I know I did something wrong this time, but..."

I almost wanted to tell Maya my unspeakable secret, but my subconscious held me back. If I were to reveal the secret about the curse on Rufus, things would get even more complicated. Ethan and Laura might even get involved.

the end, I heaved a sigh. "I'll apologize to Rufus when he

that's not what Prince Rufus wants. Don't you understand? Since you're his mate, you should be honest with him. He loves you. Your escape from the imperial palace is no less than betraying

about it right now," I replied, my voice a little hoarse. I felt powerless, but I still had a secret to hide, and I had no choice but to bear the

the imperial palace? I always believed you had a reason that you didn't want to tell anyone, or maybe you

in my throat. At that point, I

would be dire if I did that. Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt

me a sad look. "Do you

I couldn't. I would have to leave the imperial palace sooner or later if I couldn't get rid of the curse on his back. I would have to make him forget about me before I

real question was, what should I do about the

one who knew about what happened between Leonard and my mother, so

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