#Chapter 28 All Eyes on Me

Ember Bianca is already stretching when I enter the Luna training room, her eyes flicking toward me as I walk in. She doesn’t speak right away but I can feel the weight of her stare as I move to the opposite mat. My ribs still ache from her last “lucky shot.” I take my time warming up, deliberately avoiding her gaze. When she finally speaks, her voice is light but carries a slight edge. “You’ve been busy.” I choose not to answer. She already knows that I am working with Prince Kaine on the investigation. Her tone is sickly sweet but her eyes betray her real intent. She is letting me know that she has been watching me. She continues, her voice carrying just enough to make sure I hear. “Funny how you always seem to be around Kaine lately. Almost like you’re finding excuses.” I rise slowly from my stretch, meeting her eyes. “I’m his guard. It’s my job.” Bianca hums like she doesn’t believe me. “Sure. But if I didn’t know better, I’d say someone’s developing a little crush. M