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So that’s what Justin Timberlake would sound like if he were a serial killer

Nicholas sighs, rubbing his forehead "How long has this been going on?"

I lift my chin "Depends on what you mean by ‘this,’ Sir"

Henry snaps the books closed "I didn’t like the way you looked at her at the wedding" He braces his hands on the desk beside Nicholas--leaning over and glaring atit to the girl who’s like a little sister to us?"

I hold his furious gaze for a few seconds, breathing slowly "That’sa fairly recent developer Because I’ time"

I didn’t mean to say it, didn’t mean to even think itbut it’s the truth Sioes out of Henry’s sails

There’s a knock at the door

"Cohtclothes under a fluffy ivory robe and a chastising expression Behind her glasses, her eyes narrow on Henry

"So this is how it’s going to be, then? Married only a few days and I already have to search the palace to drag oes to Sarah, like an invisible rope is reeling hi you’ll never have to do, love You can even tie me there whenever you like, and I’ll be happy to reciprocate"

He kisses her ht

She leans back "Then why are you down here instead of up there with ency?"

"You’re not going to believe it"

"Try lances at me, and her cheeks deepen to a shade of crimson "I’m sure there’s a more delicate way to word that, Henry"

Henry nods, soberly "You’re right, I’, like insatiable randy bunnies, all over the palace"

Sarah shakes her head "You’re hopeless"

The Prince grins broadly "It’s part ofto do with you?"

Henry kisses her again "Take me to bed Obviously"

He nods towards his brother "You’ve got this?"

"Yes Good night, Henry, Sarah"

And the happy needs exit the roo Prince Nicholas and , unreadable expression This man whom I respect and admire Who’s been more of a mentor, an older brother to me, than anyone related by blood

"Prince Nicholas--"

"I’inning Found a er on her

"No, you’re not"

"I’ve suspected anattractionbetween you and Ellie for soin

"You are everything I’d hoped for her Everything I’d prayed she’d find"

My thoughts stop in their tracks And my voice is faint with surprise

"Really?"

"Of course" He nods, sood , loyal I know you’ll put her happiness above all else, that you’ll keep her safe Olivia believes the sa The best kind