Chapter 78

Sabine

I had been pacing back and forth for a while now, struggling to come up with a plan. Something that doesn’t lead me to accept the fake marriage with the king’s son. I wondered for a moment if he agreed with his father’s decision. If he had to give up on his fated mate to be with me.

I massaged my temples, pushing away the headache that had been bothering me since Darius and Diana left.

Once again, I was just an exchange, a method of survival, and nothing more.

I let out a defeated sigh, realizing I had to choose a way, make a statement. I was a person who had feelings, not the meaning of serving a purpose.

From where I was standing, there were only two ways. Either accept the marriage and be a Queen like Diana wanted me to be or find enough money to save the kingdom.

I looked at the clear sky, realizing that I was just a small piece in a game bigger than me.

“Sabine,” Ethan called as he entered the room. His appearance reminded me so much of Kade. I envisioned myself growing o