Chapter 235

Damian snorts. “Give him time. He’s probably already plotting

it.”

“Don’t give him ideas,” I warn playfully, stepping closer to Soren. He wraps an arm around my waist, pulling me against his side.

“We were just finalizing some security measures for the wedding,” Soren explains. “We’ll have guards stationed around the perimeter and a few mixed in with the guests. If Alaric tries anything, we’ll be ready.”

“And Alaric?” I ask quietly, my voice barely above a whisper. “He’s really coming?”

Soren nods, his expression darkening slightly. “He confirmed his attendance this morning with Damian. Everything’s going according to plan.”

I swallow hard, the weight of what’s to come settling heavily on my shoulders. “Good,” I say, though the word feels hollow. “Let’s just hope it stays that way.”

Soren squeezes my waist gently, offering silent reassurance. “It will. We’ll handle it. Everything is going according to plan.” I nod slowly.

“And we really can’t let Max be a part of the ceremony. It feels weird he isn’t involved. He asked about being the ring boy again.”

Soren sighs heavily and glances at Damian, who grits his

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before the enemy on a stage where he’ll be a sitting target?” I sigh, knowing

better place is there for him to stand when he would

the front with

do the rings and then step down?” I ask, knowing

need to cover you both,” Damian tells

and I say in unison.

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solved,” Soren

If he is standing beside you.” Damian trails off, a look

about the two of you?” Soren groans in frustration.

part of the

you protect the future of this kingdom, you protect Max.” I tell Damian and he mumbles something but gives in, and I can’t wait to

turn to see him standing proudly beside one of the

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looks beautiful, Max,” I tell him. “You did

was Grandma’s idea,” he

by the praise,

you both,” I say warmly. “It really does look

that mean I can help

say in unison, causing

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