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. “I can’t continue as your Captain of the Guards. Not when I’ve…I’ve disgraced you like this. Especially after I failed to protect you last night due to my own selfish jealousy over your suitors.” Without hesitation, she shook her head, and anger flashed in her eyes. “I don’t agree to this. In fact, I quite forbid it.” “Please, Lily. We must move quickly to ensure no one discovers us. If anyone finds out what we did, it would ruin any chances of a diplomatic marriage to one of these men.” I pushed my arms into the sleeves of my shirt. “I nominate Simeon in my stead. He’s my second in command and has guarded you before, so he’s familiar with your routines.” I nodded as if the deal was done. At least I’d found a reasonable solution. “I said no.” Lily’s eyes flashed again, the blue now as
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