Abril stepped away to look at some flowers, and when she did, Cassian asked his brother, "Do you really think it's a good idea for her to attend a ball?"
"Why wouldn't it be?"
"Everyone in the kingdom hates her for being the daughter of the man who did so much harm to this kingdom."
"I will be by her side at all times. I won't let anything happen to her."
Alessandro watched as Abril picked flowers and said, "She seems excited. I want to make her happy and give her everything she's missed out on."
"Do you really love her?"
For the first time, Alessandro was sincere and didn't deny it. "Yes, I love her."
Alessandro stood up and said, "And I will take care of her. I won't let anything bad happen to her."
Alessandro went to where Abril was and gave her a hug. Cassian watched them and w
