The Announcement
"Ladies and gentlemen," Elias addressed in a cold, yet reckoning voice. Instantly, all eyes snapped towards him. "Concluding the night of the Halloween Eve Ball's search for a Queen, I present to you Princess Adeline Mae Rose, my soon-to-be wife." Adeline nearly flinched at the thundering claps that sounded through the room. Everyone began to celebrate His Majesty, with blessings and congratulatory messages. The music became even more festive and pleasant. The people watched on with large smiles, though some never met the eyes. To some, her pain was their laughter. She could see it. Despite that, Adeline forced herself to smile, until her cheeks began to hurt. She was guided down the staircase, with Elias in tow. Her eyes locked with Lydia who watched her with a worried gaze. But eve
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