In the Dark of Knight
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"What is the purpose of Marriage if not for love?" Annmarie couldn't answer her own question as her servants prepared her for the arranged marriage soon to take place.
Is it no different than a old cow being sold to a butcher?
It is a situation reaping benefits that everyone indulges in but her. The farmer gets the coin, the butcher gets the meat, and towns people eat.
And what does the cow get? Nothing.
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Annmarie refused to accept that fate for herself.
Determined to live the life she wants, she's willing to pull any tricks to make it happen.
If only the prince would stop getting in her way..
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Romantic Slow Burn!!
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