"But if you accept to be my queen, I am sure you know what awaits. It is indeed heavenly Lady Reina. "
"I give you tonight. Do not make me wait for too long. "
Theodore's eyes flashed with rage, but he said nothing more. Instead, he turned sharply on his heel and stormed out of the room, the door slamming shut behind him. Reina stood alone, her heart pounding, but her resolve stronger than ever. She would not be broken by him. She would endure, and she would fight, no matter the cost.
Reina's chest heaved as she struggled to steady her breathing, her eyes wide with fear. She turned to Xenia,
"What would you do now, my lady? You cannot agree to be his queen and..."
"What if I refuse him. "
" We need to think clearly. Lord Theodore's proposal is dangerous, but we have to consider all our options."
Reina's eyes filled with tears, her voice breaking.
