-Liana-
“What?” I asked, confused.
Jonah paced in front of me, looking unsure of how to explain things. I watched him, feeling puzzled. Why was he saying this? Why was he even thinking like this?
“You will be a princess again,” he said.
“Yes… I will be.”
“I will still be me.”
“And what’s wrong with that?” I inquired, moving closer to him.
“I’m a criminal,” he pointed out.
“I know about your past—”
“Have you ever heard of a princess marrying a criminal?” he interrupted.
It was like something clicked into place when he said this, and I finally understood his concern. “No…” I whispered.
“Exactly,” he said.
“But my brother—”
“Married a pagan, not a criminal. Not a wanted man! Do you honestly think he would let you marry me?” he asked.
“This isn’t about what Cole wants!” I exclai
