ALEXANDER
She’s going to be my wife.
It’s all I can think of now, ever since the day of our ride together. Before then, I could barely focus on anything but her discomfort, the way she was frightened about being in the castle, the way she avoided hearing matters with me, the way she tossed and turned in bed.
For some reason, it bothered me more than I cared to admit and I couldn’t bear it anymore, so I had Caspian do some asking around and his reports were a relief.
The people don’t hate her... not even close.
They’re worried for her, they adore her, they’re even thankful for her.
And with the news about Catherine finally being able to see Rupert... it gladdened them.
As much as I was pleased to hear it, it left the unanswered question.
If the people love her... then who’s trying
