Rikom Faris and Ruki’s wedding was a small but joyous affair. The dowager queens chose not to attend, but Mama and Rodin were there, along with Malaka. There were tears all round as they exchanged their vows and pledged their lives to one another. They were so happy, so in love. I had been subdued the past week, unable to concentrate on anything as my wedding to Sanaz grew closer. I avoided her at all costs, despite her best efforts to try and talk with me. To say I was disinterested was an understatement. I was repelled. After the ceremony, we went back to their home, where Tasmina had cooked enough food for a small army. Coman was also present for their wedding and he brought his baby, Conin, and his mate to their family home. All furniture was removed and placed outside in the palace g

