The Prince's Surrogate Bride

d was immersed in his concerns. Richard was a man of a cold and calculating personality, with a heart hardened by ambitions

ons of Rosburny. This project promised to bring immense wealth and prestige to the kingdom, but there was a significant obstacle: an essential

matter the cost. However, the royal advisor and trusted loyal friend of Patrick, Lord William

rdens, "the situation with Nillfaw is delicate. Taking that area by fo

ynical smile, loo

? He is old and sick. His way of governing has n

rter way to get what you want. Princess Eleanor of Nillfaw, although she has a difficult reputation, maybe

idea, his gaze beco

I marry Eleanor t

ith the investors and consolidate your position when you take the th

e, appreciating the logi

marrying Eleanor brings wealth to Rosbur

pressing his desire to unite the two kingdoms through marriage. He was confident that the king of Ni

n Dorothy, about the possibility of escape. She was unaware of the plans being made in Ros

r was just a piece on the chessboard that he moved to achieve his goals. His mind was fixed

King Patrick. The king's health had deteriorated in recent months, and he spent most of his time resting, surrounded by d

where the king lay, "I'm here to inform you

entle and weary countenance,

lad to see you. Tell me

ide the bed, hi

to Princess Eleanor of Nillfaw. This will ensure peace betwe

ded, visibl

This shows wisdom. I plan to abdicate the throne as soon as y

cy to finalize the marriage negotiations. However, there was an obstacle: King Hector seemed to be delayin

group to be sent to the area near Paradise Village, the region where he intended to build his mega-tourism project. The presence of these

cted his men. "I want Hector to know t

on, their presence imposing and intimidating. The villagers, accustomed to the

Richard's audacity. He knew that the maneuver was an attempt at intimidation, a

alternatives but to accept Prince Richard's imposition and thinking of the easiest way out, Hector summoned Eleanor once again to his presence and commanded that she be ready to meet Princ