Chapter 17

*****Erika's POV***** "I'm done" I declared as I placed the spoon down on the tray. I was unable to finish the entire meal, but I ate some, for Melisse’s sake. If father returned and found out that I had not eaten, he would surely blame the poor girl. "No problem. But you didn't finish the food" She stared at the half eaten bowl of soup and other food she had brought, alongside fruits. "I'm full" I informed her. "Are you sure about that, Alpha?" I cocked a brow. "I’m not a child, Melisse. I should know when I'm full, right?" "Yes, Your Highness. I’ll be leaving now." She gathered the tray. "You need anything else, Your Highness?" "Some peace and alone time would do" I told her. She merely smiled. "It’s okay, Your Highness, You’ll be fine with time" "But it you all decided not to give me the time to be fine." I grumbled. "Sorry about that, Your Highness" She chuckled softly. "The Alpha just wants the best for his daughter." I nodded. "I guess you're right" She left and I went back to ly