Arianna's POVMorning came far too quickly. I had barely slept. Every time I closed my eyes, I heard the Crown Prince’s voice. Now, I sat before the vanity mirror while a maid fastened the final buttons of my dress. An elderly physician stood near the doorway, waiting patiently."I am Doctor Alaric, Lady Arianna," he greeted with a polite bow. "I am responsible for Crown Prince Cassian's medical care. If you are ready, we should head to His Highness's chambers."My heart skipped a beat. "Of course. Lead the way."As we walked through the soaring corridors, my palms grew damp. Yesterday, I had seen the Crown Prince from across a crowded throne room. Today, I would be standing right beside him.Doctor Alaric stopped before a pair of enormous black iron doors. The guards pushed them open, and we stepped inside.The Crown Prince's private suite was breathtaking—vast, quiet, and bathed in golden morning light. Towering bookshelves covered one wall, while ancient weapons were displayed bene
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