Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law

Chapter 117

He had been hurt so many times before, and he didn't want to be taken advantage of again. But at the same time, he couldn't deny the growing feelings he had for Juniper. He felt torn between his head and his heart.

Juniper couldn't believe she had let her emotions get the better of her. She had known from the start that the alliance was the most important thing, and that she couldn't let anything get in the way of that. But then, Dorian had been so kind and caring, and she had found herself drawn to him despite her best efforts to resist. She felt like a fool for letting herself get so close to him, and now she had to worry about the consequences of her actions.

Juniper took a deep breath, steeling herself for what was to come. She would not let her feelings for Dorian get in the way of her duty to the gods. She would complete the alliance and save the sea kingdom, no matter what. Even if it meant hurting Dorian in the process. She would do what was necessary, even if it broke her hea