All those late nights spent researching venues, picking out flowers, and organizing every little detail had been a
total waste.
It was like asking him a yes–or–no question and getting a vague “maybe.” I had no choice but to tiptoe around his moods, constantly second–guessing his thoughts. Every single day felt like walking a tightrope, my nerves stretched to the breaking point.
Then Mia over her ridiculous thirty–three–item wish list, and everything spiraled even further.
I’d reached my limit.
At Danny’s grandfather’s birthday banquet, I hit rock bottom. I even considered jumping off a building, just to escape it all.
That’s when Hugh approached me.
He asked if I’d marry him.
Danny’s cousin–smarter, better–looking, with more power and status. If I had to pick someone, why not him?
“Why me?” I’d asked.
Hugh’s hand froze midair, his movements stilling completely.
My heart pounded. He knew exactly what I meant.
“Because you’re my only princess,” he said. “I promised to be your knight for life, and I can only protect you.”
1 fraze, memories rushing back.
When I was a kid, I was fearless, chasing after Hugh like a shadow.
He must’ve known about Danny and Mia long before I did. All this time, he’d been watching over me, stepping in exactly when I needed him most.
For once, 1 didn’t need words.
All I could feel was the uncontrollable flutter in my chest.
