The Lycan King and His Dark Temptation by Luna Nova

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.

the pulmonary illness Rossella had used as an excuse

Your Grace,

and your rose bath is prepared," she responded efficiently, handing

---- "My daughter.

is she?" It was the only thing I had truly cared about since setting

I walked gracefully toward the grand staircase leading to the main doors,

Lavinia is studying in her room."

to run

echoed through

never set foot in this place before, yet it

the staff, every single

"Freya, come with me.

placed in the nearest vacant room next to my

old nursemaid followed

dared challenge me

disdainful glances from some of the maids standing in a corner,

it was

down, I was

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

led the

covering the stone walls, and above us, a golden

fragrant flowers in overflowing vases, and delicious food wafting in from