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2024-10-29 19:42:56Camilla's heart sank as her mother's words hung in the air. The fleeting moment of connection they had shared over the tea seemed to shatter. She exchanged a quick glance with Valentina, who had been observing the interaction from the corner of the room.
Anna's gaze remained fixed on Camilla, her expression determined. "Camilla, I understand that you've been living your life the way you want here, but it's time to face your responsibilities. The Prince of Esteria, Frederick, is waiting for you. We've made arrangements for the wedding."
Hudson's shock was evident, his gaze shifting between his wife and daughter. He had been quiet for most of their conversation, seemingly lost in thought, but Anna's declaration seemed to have caught him off guard as well.
Camilla's heart raced, a whirlwind of emotions crashing over her. She had left Esteria to escape the marriage proposal that had been forced upon her, to live a life on her own terms. Yet here it was, the very thi
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