Chapter 243
Rose got off the ship with Zayne right at her side. Rather than wait for all that they brought to be taken off the ship, a few boxes were placed at the back of a carriage sent for Zayne and after Zayne addressed the crowd, they set off for home.
Rose was glued to the window, taking in the sight of the kingdom and all the people who waved at Zayne’s carriage.
The town was vibrant with many wearing bright colours. It was a different mood than back home since this was the side that won and didn’t need to adjust to outsiders.
"How long do we have before we reach your home? Where is the palace? Is it far?" Rose questioned, too excited to realise she was asking too many questions at once.
"We have a long ride. Perhaps nearly an hour to get home. I told you it is somewhere quiet and you cannot see the palace from here. It was built away from the shore so it wouldn’t be so easy for our enemies to reach the royals," Zayne explained.
"I see," Rose answered. She continued to look out the window. "They are all cheering for you. You are well loved here."
"You thought that I wasn’t?"
"No, no. It’s different for me. I am used to anyone outside of your soldiers wanting to avoid you but here they cheer for you. You are a bit scary looking so I wondered how you were viewed here. Did I say something wrong?" Rose questioned, noticing his frown.
"Must you keep describing me as a scary-looking man? When you speak of your husband, is that what you will say?" Zayne wondered.