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Queen Ariadne's POV.
It was midnight when Devine announced the auspicious time. I was tired and sleepy. We all wish she would have chosen a better time instead. But the witch could not be reasoned with at this time.
I dragged my lazy body from the bed and dressed up for the time. I was told to wear a white dress. I made the seamstress sew one for me this afternoon.
The women were by my side to make sure that I was safe. My food was tasted by the maids before getting me. Not every one was allowed to enter my room.
Queen Alissa was scared that grandmother may act foolishly by trying to abort my child.
The time came for us to go downstairs. I watched my steps carefully. Anything could happen this moment.
