“You’re far too harsh on yourself. I’ve heard the way you speak—you assume that nobody wants you.” “They don’t,” Sarene said flatly. “Trust me.” Roial shook his head. “You’re an excellent judge of character, Sarene—except your own. Often our own opinions of ourselves are the most unrealistic. You may see yourself as an old maid, child, but you are young, and you are beautiful. Just because you’ve had misfortune in your past doesn’t mean you have to give up on your future.” He looked into her eyes. For all his mischievous shows, this was a man of sage understanding. “You will find someone to
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