Chapter 12

　　Lucien started for his bedroom in measured strides, leaving him to follow. Arousal beat hard at him, but he tried to push it to the back of his mind. 　　When he got to the bed and stared back at Chad again, he looked so horrified, he looked like he'll look consciousness from it. 　　"I did it again, didn't I?" He groaned, miserably. 　　"You did." 　　His knees hit the ground and he lowered his head. "I'm so sorry, My Ki---" 　　"Stop with the 'My King', Chad. It's the middle of the night and it's just the both of us in here." 　　He nodded once and swallowed guiltily. "I'm so sorry, Lucien." 　　Lucien took a deep breath, staring at this man who's been through hell with him. 　　He patted Chad's shoulder, "Rise. Go back to your quarters and try to sleep. The doctor promised to get you the best medicine for this ailment. You will be fine again." 　　Chad looked doubtful, but relieved. He rose and walked out of the room, apologizing once again. 　　Minutes later, Lucien went back to bed and tr