While Desmond lost himself in our tangled, passionate days, his engagement to Claudia moved forward without a single delay, every detail planned and executed to perfection. The ceremony was set for just two weeks later.
On the morning of the engagement, Desmond posted extra guards around me, ensuring I couldn't leave or interfere.
He'd come to my side after our last round of intimacy, pressing a soft, lingering kiss to my forehead, his expression conflicted.
"Lilli, this is all just for show. I'm only doing this for the alliance. Wait for me. I'll come back to you," he said, his voice low and earnest.
I kept my eyes closed, turning my head away to avoid his gaze, my acting flawless as a single tear slid down my cheek.
I wanted him to feel guilt, to ache for me, to carry that tear with
