Emeline's cheeks flushed an even deeper crimson, her eyes darting away as she stammered in shy embarrassment.
"You said about… um…" She fidgeted with the hem of her dress, her voice barely above a whisper. "You said about… making me your second wife…"
Her words came out in a rush, her gaze dropping to her feet. "I… I know you already have a first wife… Princess Kliatana… she's beautiful, strong, and kind… and I was so surprised when you said that to me…"
Heres pointed at himself, his expression a mix of shock and utter confusion. "I… I said that?"
Emeline twirled even more, her voice growing softer and more flustered.
