Chapter 20. Be Next to Me, Always (1)

[2021, February 17th. Imperium, Warlanda]

“I’m standing in Imperium International Airport, awaiting the return of the Archduchess of Imperium, Her Grace, Keir Dormer. The excitement coming off of the crowd, hoping for a glimpse of Her Grace, is riveting.

Perhaps more so owing to the rumors that Her Grace brings with her the future Archduke of Imperium, His Highness, Prince Aaron Condor. Will Warlanda and Terres Somnia finally succeed in joining hands after two failed engagements between His Majesty, King Troy Pierce and Her Highness, Princess Caroline Condor? Stay with me and the astounding crowd that’s gathered here today to find out.”

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[Caines, Terres Somnia]

“You can’t be serious!” James exploded, turning away from the TV to look at Nathan. “I think I would know if my brother was about to marry Warlanda’s archduchess,” said James, the look of surprise and shock deepening on his face.

“Would you? None of us has really seen that much of Aaron