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He began walking towards her, "You make him happy. That is enough for me. Take this."

At the soft but firm command, Sally reached out with both hands and took the wrapped package.

Her eyes widened to unbearable degrees. It's a small bag of coins.

"You can pay dowry with that on your wedding day." He said.

"Thank you so much, Your Highness! Thank you so much!" Sally gasped, her heart filled with gratitude. Her hands trembled as she held the unexpected gift with both hands like a cherished feat it is.

She has been worried sick about how to get this money, and even though she has saved up, it's never enough. She has hidden it from Danika so that her princess wouldn't worry herself sick.

And, here the king is, offering her this large amount of money.

Her knees hit the