Episode 14: The Life & Exploits of Princess Amodini
Not ten minutes ago, Satya’s heart pounded in her ears when Veerata closed the gap between them.
As his hand tilted her face upwards, and his blazing, amber-coloured eyes studied her left cheek, she could feel his breath on her face. The mixed scent of sandalwood and sweat invaded her senses.
“Who did this to you?”
“I don’t remember…”
Like in a dream, she saw him return to her with the scroll and heard his instructions on how she could get past the guards of the mayor’s mansion.
Why is he helping me?
He also promised to get the other girls released. She wondered at her own luck. Not only had her enemy failed to recognise her, he had also set her free. As she moved towards the door, she couldn’t help thinking about whether he was this kind to all the women he met.
If he knew my true identity, would he still help me?
She didn’t have time to dwell on that possibility. A dull thud made her turn back. Veerata had collapsed on the floor. Before she knew it, she had rushed to his side, and knelt down.
“Senapati, are you alright?”
His breathing had grown erratic. She touched his wrist. His heartbeat was higher than normal. He was falling into a feverish coma. He tried to tell her something, but she couldn’t catch what it was.
“Senapati,” she cried. “Senapati, wake up! Wake up!”
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