Rose slowly walked forward. She was scared to touch the bed, but knowing Henry was staring at her made her put her hands on it. Her eyes widened in shock. Even in this situation, she couldn't help but notice how soft the bed was. It would be very nice to sleep in—if only that was what was about to happen. She lifted herself onto the bed with her legs sticking out the side.
"Lie on your back," Henry said.
Rose jerked. She hadn't heard him come closer. He narrowed his eyes at her reaction and didn't stop staring until she did as he asked. Only then did he nod and slowly turn away. He headed for the door, taking the servants with him and leaving Rose all alone—but she wasn't alone.
Rose stared at the balcony again. It would only take a few moments, and she would be leaping over the edge. Rose shut her eyes tightly as she tried to make time move faster. It would only take a moment, and everything would be fine. This would be over soon enough.
