Chapters (27)
Realizing that Frisha’s personal relationships were none of his concern, unless they caused her harm, Rezkin decided to simply put it from his mind. It was none of his business, and he had other matters to which he needed to attend. Without having to worry about protecting Frisha, he could focus on Tam and Jimson. Perhaps he would end up joining the army, after all.
Rezkin shook off the discomfort in his chest and said, “Thank you, Frisha, for informing me.” He looked over at Tam, who was watching him closely. “Is there anything else you wished to discuss tonight? It is getting late.”
“No,” said Tam with a hint of empathy. “I think we’re good. I’ll be up soon if you want to go ahead.”
Rezkin nodded and walked away into the darkness.
Tam immediately turned on Frisha. “What was that? I thought you wanted him, Frisha?”
“What? I do! I mean, what are you talking about?” Frisha asked in alarm.
“Think about it. The man just told you that you are his purpose in life, and you told him all about how much money you have and all the nobles who will want to marry you. Rezkin doesn’t have any family, remember? He was raised in a fort. He probably doesn’t own any property. He most likely carries everything he owns with him. You made him feel like he wasn’t good enough for you. Now, he thinks you don’t want him.”
Frisha’s hands flew to her mouth as she gasped, “What!? No! I didn’t mean …” She glared at Tam in anger. “You were the one who kept pushing me to tell him!”
“I wanted you to tell him why you were going to Kaibain—that you were looking for a husband. I wanted you to let him know that you were interested. I didn’t expect you to throw it in his face that he was so much less than your potential suitors!” Tam scolded before stomping out of the stable.
“Tam! Tam!” Frisha called. “You know I didn’t mean it like that!”
Tam whirled on her, “You had better make this right, Frisha. Right now it looks like you’ve been stringing him along. He doesn’t deserve this. He’s a good man.”
When Tam returned to the room, Rezkin was nowhere to be seen.