His eyes narrowed to slits. “I’m sorry, but this is information I’m going to share only with Miss Pearl.”
Tarnation.
She was about to insist when Christopher’s large build swept into view from behind the bushes. He came to an abrupt halt upon seeing them.
Her heart skipped a beat. She might not be doing anything inappropriate, but Christopher would misinterpret what was happening between her and the prince.
Pearl waved and smiled, but he turned on his heel and strode away in his uneven gait, and once again, disappointing him hurt.
“If you’ll excuse me.” Even Cowasj hurried away after a bow.
And she was left alone with more questions than answers.
