You're Different

"Aluxio... do you love me?"

There came silence. It fell on them like an avalanche that was uncalled for, making their body stiff as if they are waiting for rescue—a rescue to break the silence.

Avilyn's heart couldn't help but race in her chest as if it was running from someone who's chasing her away. Instinctively, her free hand then went to her chest as if to calm her heart.

She wondered why he wasn't answering. She wondered if it was too much to ask him that question when all she ever wanted was assurance—to know her stand in the king's life.

She wanted to know if she is important. She wanted to know if she is different from the wives that he already has.

Why her? Why did he want her as his wife?

Is it because it is obvious that she loves him and she is willing to give every ounce of her?

If that is the case... then she wondered if she can stomach being his wife unconditionally...