? “Did I perhaps offend you by agreeing with your ambition?” His face twisted into one of annoyance. “What does an omega know anything about ambition?” he spat. I clenched my hands onto my thighs, forcing myself to stand my ground as I refused to look away from his murderous gaze. “Isaiah, watch what your words.” Gideon warned. “Oh? Are we supposed to not address the princess’ second gender? Is it a taboo or something?” he asked in a mocking tone. “You are mad that I agreed with you because I’m an omega?” I questioned, not really understanding his logic. “It is because you are pretending to understand. You know nothing about ambition nor about the real world. A sheltered little girl like you should gain experience first before spewing out empty words.” “Excuse me?” “Would you like me to repeat myself?” “Are you forgetting that you came here to marry me? You read my letter and you agreed to my terms and yet you deem I do not have ambition?” Isaiah leaned forward as
? My eyes snapped open as a sudden epiphany came to mind. I did not want to run away after coming this far. If I were to turn around and refuse the throne, then all those words I had told Lady Marie and the others in the council room would be empty words. I would forever be deemed to be someone without any resolve, someone who gave up on my father’s final will. It would haunt me forever. I had to do whatever it took to get on that throne. I walked towards the door, feeling Gideon’s eyes following me. “Princess?” he called out. “Could you gather the alphas in the council room?” “Why? What are you planning to do?” “I am going to make a decision.” “Cordelia!” He called out, forcing me to stop in front of the door. “Let us think rationally about this. This is a major decision to make and I believe you will need proper time to consider your future with each of them. You must not act rashly.” “Do not worry, Gideon, I know what I am doing. You may have lost hope in this plan o
There was a prolonged moment of silence after I announced that. They just stared at me, probably waiting for me to laugh and tell them that I was playing the fool with them. But I remained silent, allowing them to comprehend my words. “Princess…” Gideon was the one who finally broke the silence. I looked over my shoulder only to find his face in complete shock. I almost wanted to laugh at the thought that today was the day I made Gideon both speechless and shocked. However, to see the wise and brilliant royal advisor react this way could only mean one thing. He most definitely does not agree with my plan. “This is-” “This is ridiculous!” Isaiah’s booming voice interjected. I twirled back around to face him, he was clearly annoyed, hands clenched into tight fists that were in full display as he placed them on the table. “You can’t expect us to happily agree to this shitty plan of yours!” “Oh? Polyamorous relationships are common among royalty, especially those in high positions.
? “I did say I would not force any of you to accept this because I know for a fact that alphas can be rather—egotistical. If you hate the idea of being under me, an omega, to the point where you are willing to throw away this once in a lifetime opportunity then I’m starting to wonder why you alphas are deemed to be above me in the hierarchy of our second gender.” I said. Before any of them could rebuttal, I was quick to add. “Because, currently, my position is higher than that of an outcasted prince, a runaway duke and a temporary monarch. Additionally, it would seem that I am superior in regards to brains as well.” What I had expected would happen came true as Isaiah charged towards me. I could hear Rodrick and the guards he brought with him pulled out their swords. Isaiah’s large and strong hand grabbed onto my collar, squeezing the fabric so tight that I could hardly breathe. The fear of him accidentally ripping my blouse from his strong grip was also present. Our bodies w
? “Princess…are you sure you are alright?” Anne asked as she looked at me through the reflection of the mirror. Her hands did not stop as she continued to masterfully braid my hair. “I’m fine.” I told her, looking away from my reflection to ignore my bad complexion and eye bags. I did not manage to get a good rest after the events of yesterday but it is not like I am allowed to take the day off, especially since today was the day I introduced my three future spouses to my family. “Was there any trouble with rooming our guests?” I asked, curious to know if anything had happened after I had retired for the night. “Nothing out of the ordinary. Prince Augustus and Lord Regent Isaiah were in their rooms the entire night. But I heard that the Duke of Ashborne had left in the middle of the night.” I glanced over to her. “He left the palace? Where did he go?” “The guards stationed by the front gate said that he told them he was going to town.” “And what of the coachman who took C
? Isaiah was quick to pull away from me just as we turned the corner. Augustus and Cassian were walking from the opposite direction and when they saw us together, their expressions changed. Cassian was quick to bare a smile on his face. “Princess,” he greeted fondly the moment the four of us reached the door to the dining hall. “I’m rather surprised that the both of you are together without ripping each other’s throats.” He playfully commented. “We were rudely interrupted.” Isaiah huffed. I ignored both their remarks. “Enough of that. I’m sure you are aware of why we gathering at the dining hall today-” “Aren’t we here to eat?” Cassian asked with an eyebrow raised. I sighed. “Well yes, but I’m also going to announce to my family that I have chosen the three of you as my future spouses so I would appreciate it if you were at your best behaviour.” I said, turning to Isaiah in reflex. “What are you looking at me for?” He frowned. “Well, the princess has a point. You were
? The sounds of the tip of my pen scribbling on the parchment was all that I could hear throughout the study. My daily routine now consisted of daily paperwork and lessons with Gideon on my duties. Whatever free time I had left during the day is spent with Rodrick or with my mother and brother. But most of the time, the only people who I constantly see are Gideon and Anne. I stopped writing, placing the pen down so that I could stretch my numbing arms up high. Gideon then approached me and placed another stack of documents on the table. I let out a tired sigh, dropping my hands to my side before I looked up at him. “I have not even finished the first pile of papers yet, Gideon.” “There is no rush, princess.” He smiled. “You say that and yet you’ll make me stay until late to get this paperwork done.” I grumbled, not so much complaining about the amount of work I had but more towards Gideon’s fake compassion in regards to my position. The aged man laughed at my words. “It h
? “You want me to go on dates with them?” I grimaced. “This is no time for jokes, Gideon.” “How else are you expecting to get close to them?” “Over tea? Maybe lunch? Dinner could work too, I suppose.” I shrugged. Gideon sighed. “It would seem that our beloved princess has no romantic outlook on things, Anne.” Anne sighed as well. “Oh whatever shall we do, Lord Gideon.” “Hey! I’m right here!” I fumed. Getting slightly offended by their reaction. “If you have a plan, Gideon, then would you kindly share it aloud instead of making me play the guessing game?” “Of course. It’s simple really, by going out with the alphas you are showing your interest in them, you don’t necessarily need to force yourself to have any feelings towards them, all you have to do is pretend.” “You want me to pretend to like them?” Gideon nodded. “That is how everyone in high society acts. As you know princess, whatever you and the three alphas are doing right now is nothing out of the ordinary wh