Love Beyond the palace

river of sunset hues, and her piercing blue eyes seemed to hold a depth of sorrow that belied her youthful age. As a member of the royal family, Amada's life was one of luxury and privilege, but it w

ranged marriage to some distant prince? The throne room was a grand, high-ceilinged chamber filled with courtiers and advisors, all of whom bowed low as Amada entered. The king, a tall, imposing figure with a stern expression, sat on his throne, his eyes fixed intently on his daughter. "Amada, my dear, I have summoned you here today to discuss a matter of great importance," he said, his voice deep and commanding. "As you are aware, the kingdom is facing a time of great turmoil. Our neighbors to the east are threatening war, and our economy is struggling to recover from the recent drought." Amada listened intently, her heart pounding in her chest. What did this have to do with her? "I have decided, therefore, to arrange a marriage between you and Prince Ryker of the neighboring kingdom," the king announced, his words dropping like a bombshell into the silence.