Chapter 138

ALEXANDER’S POV The rain poured down heavily as I mounted my horse for travel. I didn’t stop. I couldn’t. Not when her voice haunted every corner of my mind. I remembered her face when I last saw her—god, the way her eyes were filled with tears. It hurt me more than I could explain. I pulled my soaked cloak tighter around me. Lightning flashed above but I didn’t care. All I could think about was getting to her pack. I didn’t deserve forgiveness, not after what I did. But that didn’t stop me. Guilt dragged me forward. I was foolish for feeling a bit hopeful but I felt it anyway. I had to try. I had to see her. To apologize. To beg. It took hours for me to get there. By the time the gates of her palace finally came into view, my legs were heavy and my breathing was heavy. The guards at the gate stiffened when they saw me. They recognized me instantly. They bowed their heads as I stepped inside. The moment I stepped up to the gate, it opened slightly. Lily stepped out. Her eyes widened wh