I smiled, absently tracing the edges of the document with my fingertips.
I had always been the one receiving from Edwin. The first dance. The first vows. A place I could return to. And even people I could trust and love.
In terms of dresses and jewelry alone, I had received more than I could possibly count.
The longer I stayed in the Grand Ducal Castle, the more I yearned to give Edwin a gift in return.
It seemed the perfect time for a surprise—I had been so occupied meeting people for the restoration of Jeniv Street that I could barely see Edwin's face. With the help of a vassal in charge of finances, I would register my White Crystal Mine as joint property. And the moment preparations for Jeniv Street were complete, I would reveal everything.
I felt I could speak of it then. That I like Edwin very much...
The corners of my mouth curved gently as I thought of words I was still too embarrassed to say aloud.
It was then.
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