Wedding Preparations

EVIE

She narrowed her eyes at the Duke of Thurelis as she observed him. He appeared like a scientist who had failed in his experiment for the 167th time. 

His head hung low as his hands went limp, making Evie heave out a sigh.

He seemed to have made a lot of effort since they have tried everything to make that possible. 

However, her goals have changed now.

"I appreciate the effort though," she smiled at him, which she didn't always allow herself to do for other people.

But it appeared like it still wasn't enough for him to give up.

"Well I guess you must be deeply in love with the King to sacrifice what you really want," he forced a smile into his gloomy face. His voice seemed like it was nothing. But his slumped shoulders said otherwise. 

Evie drew in a deep breath as she glanced sideways. "It's not that." she hissed silently.