The carriage began to move. The long wedding procession slowly passed through the city gates. I lifted the curtain and took one last look at the capital.The road ahead was uncertain. The Northern Plains royal court would hardly be an easy path.The envoy suddenly appeared before me. Today he wore formal Northern Plains ceremonial robes that made him look even more commanding.His voice was low, carrying a hint of concern that was barely perceptible. "Does it pain you to leave?"I took a deep breath and answered honestly. "A little. But Your Highness, I'd like to know what kind of person the King is?"I had asked this question obliquely several times during the journey, always wanting to learn more.He fell silent for a moment. His amber eyes looked deeply into mine, as if trying to see into my heart."Princess, you need not worry. I will protect you and keep you safe."Not the perfunctory "the King is wise and just," but "I will keep you safe."I froze, feeling a familiar flu
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