NATALIA
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I sighed, feeling a mix of frustration and apprehension as Lady Soraya posed her curious question. Her skeptical gaze lingered on me, intensifying my nerves.
What possible reason could she have for asking me if I was sure about marrying Derek?
Summoning the courage to ask, I inquired, "Lady Soraya, may I ask why you're questioning whether I'm truly excited about marrying Derek? Is there a particular reason for your suspicions?"
Lady Soraya maintained her piercing gaze, her expression unreadable. Finally, she responded, her voice betraying a hint of intrigue, "I couldn't help but notice that you didn't seem all that thrilled about marrying Derek. I wanted to confirm if my suspicions were correct."
My heart raced, my mind buzzing with questions. Why was Lady Soraya so inter
