Chapter 20
AleksandarBoxon Hill
Marechal House - The Library
“Alek, a word.” Godwin did not wait for Alek to respond to his command, but headed into the library. He poured brandy into two glasses, handing Alek one. “My daughter has dug in her heels. Her heart is set on you.”
Alek sipped the liquor, enjoying the burn as it slid down his throat. “I told you my intentions ten years ago. Nothing has changed.”
“I’m not happy, Aleksandar. When you entered this house, you gave me your word.”
“And I informed you that you misjudged your daughter.”
The two men stared at each other until Godwin sighed heavily. He sat in a worn leather chair and rubbed where the patch rested against his check. “Never could tell that girl anything. Stubborn like Amalie.” Another sigh. He drained his drink and co
