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“Yes,” I replied instantly, a thrill of anticipation sparking through me.

She looked around the room, her voice dropping to a whisper. “I mean it, Ella–absolute secrecy. If this gets out, I’ll know it was you. No one else can know.”

“Alright, you have my word,” I assured her, my heart pounding a little faster, sensing something big.

Elizabeth took a deep breath, then leaned in, her voice barely audible. “I’ve been dating Damien Rose,” she whispered, her tone carrying both a hint of exhilaration and fear.

My mouth fell open, a shock jolting through me.

I’d heard rumors that Damian had been sending Elizabeth flowers and gifts, but I hadn’t realized they were actually dating

“That’s so exciting!” I said, genuinely happy for her. “But why keep it secret?”

She let out a small sigh, glancing away. “Because I’m the daughter of the king,” she said quietly, a hint of sadness In her voice. “If people knew… there’d be so much scrutiny. And if things don’t work out, it would be a huge scandal. I like him, and I love spending time with him, but just want to take things slow. If we’ve got people following us, shouting questions, scrutinizing every little thing…

She trailed off, and I nodded, understanding completely. I got enough scrutiny over my relationships, and I was only an Alpha’s daughter. For Elizabeth, it would be a hundred times worse.

to lighten the mood. “What’s he

smile spreading across her lips. “He’s incredible. Kind, patient… and he plays the

nudged her playfully. “Sounds perfect for you. I’m really happy for you. I’ll even forgive you

she shot back with a smirk. “You’ve been spending

smile. “What can

gaze softened. “You don’t have to justify it to me. When

leave their

was. Thinking of Alexander, I realized how comfortable I always felt around him, Or at least, I did when I wasn’t

in thoughts of him already?” Elizabeth teased, snapping

Alexander a gift. He’s always buying things for me, and I’d like to surprise him with something thoughtful. I just have no idea what he’d like. Maybe

has everything? Nothing comes

Lunch!” My mother’s voice called up from

all the gossip we get for now, I guess,”

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be plenty of time for more after we eat,” Elizabeth replied with a grin. “Besides, the food here is amazing. No point letting

argue with that.” I opened the door for

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