A R A B E L L A ' S P. O. V
"What the f**k just happened?" I choked out, in utter disbelief of what had just transpired.
"Arabella." Xander's voice thundered, causing me to still. He rounded past me and then led me into some remote corner of the castle.
"I know this isn't ideal..." I opened my mouth to talk but he abruptly cut me off. "But, it would have happened either way."
"Getting married again was and is never on the cards for me."
"As Queen and mother to the future heir, you have to do this." He spoke gently, almost as though he was afraid I was bound to break.
"I don't want to marry anyone else Xander. Hardin will always be the love of my life." Setting his hand on my shoulder, I could see the sympathy and pity seeping out of his gaze.
"I know, and I'll make sure that you
