“The competition to find a perfect match might not have gone according to plan. But I have found love. And it has been one of the most frustrating, thrilling adventures I’ve ever embarked on.” Adriana’s expression was impossible to read. I wished to be next to her, to sense her emotions. “Miss Saint Lucent, will you please step up to the dais?” She slowly shook her head. “No, Your Highness. I’m afraid I cannot.” Sharp gasps erupted from my court. I silenced them with a ferocious look. They might be deterred, but I was not. If Adriana wanted us on equal footing, I would go to her, crawling if I
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