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"The protocols, the rules, and the regulations of the palace will all be explained to you in due time - if you choose to agree but before you even consider them, there is something else you should know." Perth paused, and the stillness in the room deepened, "more than the responsibilities of the crown, more than the duties that come with marrying into a royal family - you would be marrying into my family."

Perth's tone shifted, becoming heavier, more grounded, "and I am very, very protective of my family."

Santa stilled.

"My daughter." Perth continued, his gaze steady, his voice low but unwavering, "is, and will always be, my first priority. Nothing - and I mean nothing - comes before her. If you were to step into this role, I would expect you to respect that above all else."