Ryan's POV
I could tell by the straight and neat imprints on Nathan's bed that he never made it to the room, the same thing went for Blaze and Eric. This, was what only Evelyn could do. She had them wrapped around her finger like her little play things.
In as much as I refused to accept it to myself, there was a part of me that wanted to be there with them, enjoy the view and share in Evelyn's happiness but I had already made up my mind to be the sacrificial lamb. After all, I was the cruel and annoying brother.
Love was a weakness I was not interested in having. Right now, I just wanted to shower, get dressed for the day and go have breakfast. Every other thing could wait. Every turn was filled with maids who were either cleaning or trimming the gardens.
The palace was like a groom w
