Merlin called this a solution?
Pacing back and forth, Richard ducked his head to keep from hitting the drying flowers hanging from the rafters. “I do not care what you say, Merlin. I am not going to fall in love with her.”
Christina’s lips narrowed. “Well, I’m not falling in love with him.”
Merlin frowned. “Too bad I don’t have the stories of modern rulers, including that of your parents, Your Highness. Then you would see.”
Richard stopped pacing and clasped his hands behind his back. “They are nothing but fairy tales.”
“How can you say that? You read the book. If you fall in love, the ring will come off. It’s the easiest way. I could work up a love potion. I’ve never had much success with number nine, but I’ve heard of wonderful results using number twenty-three and number thirty. Or
