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I al Selene was out of danger’s direct path, but I was about to be in for the fight ofthat woman down and relaxed would be a near-impossible job

As the doctor left I slumped back into a seat as relief washed over my body like a tidal wave Every muscle went limp and I could barely hold my eyes open

"Tabitha, can you find me a hotel rooan pressing buttons on the screen "Are you sure you wouldn’t rather go back to D’Lynsal? It’s only an hour away by helicopter"

"I think my sister wants to be near her friend" Max touched my shoulder in support "Plus it would be irresponsible to use the helicopter just because ere tired" The reprientle but clear We were a wealthy family, but that didn’t s

"Of course I apologize" Tabitha bent her head "I was just thinking of as best for Princess Catherine"

"Thanks, but I want to be near Selene" I couldn’t help the yawn that followed my words "And could you , while I’ back to the palace tomorrow"

"Yes, ma’am And I’ve found a suitable establishment a few minutes froht now"

"Send one car ahead of us" Max pulled me to my feet "Please make sure that there are roo with my sister"

"Of course, sir"

I waited until I had seen Selene before I would leave She was still unconscious, but knowing that she was stable and in good hands helpedfor me outside the hospital room when I was ready to leave "There are reporters outside"

"Of course there are" If I’d had the energy I would have snarled, but at this point I just wanted to sleep and to be left alone "They just can’t wait to get more pictures"

Max wrapped his arainst his side "Keep your head down and I’ll get you to the car beforea statement"

"No, you don’t have to do that" I shookto the press was physically painful for Max