—My uncle is in love with Yanli —explained Jimmien.
Stunned, Ibven was silent for a couple of seconds, not knowing what to say, until finally, she could answer: —What? Are you kidding?
—No, I'm serious.
Not knowing what to say, Ibven remained silent, incredulous at what she had just heard. For she remembered Yanli well, that girl so small and delicate, with that beautiful and delicate face; and then she also remembered Karim, that big muscled man, with a deep beard and golden hair. Had Karim really fallen in love with her? Well in truth Ibven could not judge Karim, for even she had to admit that Yanli was undoubtedly beautiful. But being honest, Ibven seriously doubted that Yanli would reciprocate the prince's feelings, since Yanli was such a beautiful and refined woman, she doubted tha
