Chapter 0201

Chapter 0201

Ella POV

The castle was even more incredible than I had imagined. Alexander and I arrived early Saturday morning, just as planned. Though it was only a twenty–minute drive from his office in the capital, it felt like we had been transported to another world.

Surrounded by dense forest and perfectly manicured gardens, the castle looked like something out of a storybook. It was majestic, with towering spires and intricate stonework that seemed to whisper secrets of a long ago time.

I stared up at the high windows, my mouth hanging open in unabashed awe. I couldn’t help it–seeing the castle in person was breathtaking.

“It is impressive,” Alexander admitted, though there was a begrudging tone in his voice. “And it’s certainly going to impress at our wedding.”

“I think it might influence my dress choice,” I said, my gaze fixed on the tallest spire. “I might need to go for a princess dress this time.”

Alexander’s lips curled into a faint smirk. “I have to admit, it’s hard to picture you in something like that.”

I laughed, shaking my head. “Not so long ago, I wore nothing but frills and sparkles. It’s funny to think you can’t imagine it now–it’s a good reminder of how much I’ve changed.”

but he didn’t comment further. Instead,

a steadying breath, I said, “Lead the way,” and we started down the cobblestone

before the doors swung open, revealing Christopher Slater in

He extended his hand, but when

today would go. “It’s nice to see you again,” I said graciously. “Thank you so much for opening your home to us.”

in, come in. There’s

the doors behind us. The entranceway was vast and echoing, with a vaulted ceiling

gesturing grandly. “From here, they’ll be led into the main hall. I can set up a coat check here since it will be cold. Your guests will need a place for their outerwear, and I’m sure you won’t want

bring staff to handle that,” Alexander said smoothly.

here that’s currently unused,” Christopher continued, pointing to a side

I said, smiling.

a theatrical flourish. “Once they’ve checked their coats, your guests will enter this area,” he said, gesturing

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was breathtaking–large and elegant, with walls adorned by stunning paintings and a glittering crystal chandelier

ideal for a cocktail hour,” Christopher explained. “People can mingle, enjoy a drink,

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