Chapter 47: Cassandra

Picklesimer said to Oliver. "We can begin the ceremony tomorrow if you like. I can have everything prepared by the evening." The old man patted Oliver's hand, anxiously awaiting an answer.

Oliver looked at me and then Ruby. "I'm sorry, Mayor, I'm not interested. I have some other things I need to take care of." Oliver took Ruby's hands into his. He kissed the back of her hand. "The kingdom should be run by a Queen." Oliver moved to a single knee and pressed his forehead against Ruby's hand. "My Queen, the kingdom is yours to do as you please. I know you will do what's right."

"I don't know what to say." Ruby shrugged and looked at me. She moved her free hand along Oliver's cheek. "Are you sure?"

"As sure as I've ever been about anything, Sis. This is meant to be your time. This is your destiny not mine."