Thirty-Five

Charlie and Rose sat at Queen Anabelle’s desk waiting for Anabelle and Luca to come in.

Rose leaned over and whispered nervously. “Are we in trouble?”

“Maybe?”

“I feel like I’ve been called to the principal’s office.”

“I’ve never been sent to the principal’s office, but the Dean of Students at Saturnus called me in once for an excellence reward.”

Rose frowned. “I can’t stand you sometimes.”

Charlie snickered. “You’re just jealous of my big brain.”

“Whatever.”

Anabelle entered the room followed by Luca who was holding folders. They went behind the desk Anabelle sitting down while Luca placed the folder in front of her.

“What’s going on?” Charlie asked.

“I’m worried you two aren’t taking your duties as seriously as you should.”

“What?”

“Neither of you want to marry each other and I understand that, I do. You were put in a position you didn’t agree to be in, but once you understand why we need these unions I hope you two will try harder.” Anabelle said opening the folder.