Chapter 22
"Why can’t I visit the castle when my dear uncle has requested my presence? Do not forget that I am also a royal, Amelia. I heard you had a run-in with the king of the north yesterday. How was he?" Asked Fraser.
"Like a king who goes out and fights his own battles. Excuse me but I was taking a stroll before you arrived. If there’s nothing else you have to say, goodbye," she continued walking. Amelia had no idea where she was going but anywhere away from Fraser was a good start.
"You didn’t answer my question about the northern king."
"I thought I did when I said he fights his own battles. Pardon me for not asking him more about himself when I was scared for my life. Next time I run into him I will sit him down and write a book about his life for you. Are we done?" Amelia stared up at Fraser who towered over her.
She had never been a fan of her cousin since he tried to pick on her when they were younger. It was only when she learned how the world worked did she realized he had been jealous that she got to live in the castle while he didn’t. Fraser eyed the throne from a young age and walked around like he was king. Amelia saw him be the king’s fool instead.
"We have grown now, Amelia. There is no need for you to be so hostile around me. I am merely concerned for your well-being. When I heard the news I was worried you were hurt."
"And yet not once that entire day had you at least sent a letter to show your care. Save your fake care for someone else who will fall for it. I wouldn’t be surprised if you prayed I didn’t return. One less person to be in your way for the throne," she said.
"Oh cousin," Fraser chuckled. "I never thought of you as competition. I saw the list of gentlemen your father is considering marrying you off to. Your marriage will be one to benefit the people of this kingdom. Now Annabelle’s child is the real competition. I would love to stay and chat but I am busy."
’You’re the one keeping me here,’ she rolled her eyes.
Fraser belonged on the list of people she wanted to see choke.
"And Amelia-"
"Didn’t you say you were busy Fraser? I won’t keep you waiting," Amelia picked up her pace to leave the area followed by Cyrus and Gina. The two had to remain silent in the presence of Fraser.