Wicked Schemes

Diana was walking absentmindedly through the Rose Garden. Her eyes were puffy and red from crying hard. Her face was devoid of any emotions but one could see the agony and hurt hidden behind that blank masque if paid close attention.

Zachary was about to siege her kingdom, snatch Arthur’s position, and destroy the happiness of the denizens of Heaven. But why? Hadn’t he promised to be her protector then why didn’t he refute when his mother broke that sudden news? Why did he look so surprised? It may be that he was also oblivious to it just like her. Diana got that but should she take this threat lightly and get over it?

What if Delphyne was stating the truth?

What if Zachary changed his mind after marriage?

What if this step proves to be a wrong decision in the future?

Her mind all of a sudden jolted back to those days when her family was completely against this marriage. Yes, they didn’t want this marriage to be done at any cost but they never told her the exact reason. What was the m