Chapter 549

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MY HUSBAND'S WELCOME KATHERINE The fine black boots touched the cobblestones of the inner courtyard.

The corset restricted my movements, forcing me to step carefully as I descended, using the coachmans hand for support.

I struggled not to let my gaze wander too much, not to show any awe at the imposing white stone fortress before me.

The castle was magnificent, adorned with intricate details and luxury in every corner.

"Your Grace, welcome." Awoman with gray-streaked hair, pulled tightly into a bun, stepped forward to greet me, accompanied by several maids.

She was the housekeeper.

I had studied everyone here.

"Mrs.

Prescott, have my luggage taken to my room," I ordered coldly, following my words with a few fake coughs as I pulled my heavy cloak tighter around my chest.

My voice was huskier than my sisters.

After so many years gagged, speaking only when necessary, it was difficult to make my vocal cords function properly again.

Rossella had

Grace, right

fireplace lit in your chamber, and your rose bath is prepared," she responded efficiently, handing me warm cloths to wipe my

---- "My daughter.

was the only thing I

the main doors, I held

is studying in her room." My heart skipped a

to run

through the vast

foot in this place before, yet it felt as though I had known it my

the staff, every

"Freya, come with me.

the nearest

nursemaid followed

me at least not

some of the maids standing in

it was just my

down, I

hands in the folds of my cloak, keeping my chin high,

led

massive tapestries covering the stone walls, and above us, a golden chandelier hung

polished wood, fragrant flowers in overflowing vases, and delicious food wafting in from the castles kitchens.---- Everything here was new

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