Chương 100: Chapter 99: Tension

In the days following Mila's selection as Prince Connor's bride, a subtle yet undeniable shift seemed to take hold within the confines of the palace.

Mila and the prince found themselves spending more and more time together, their interactions carefully orchestrated to perpetuate the illusion of a blossoming romance.

In the mornings, they could be found sharing tea amidst the tranquility of the palace gardens, the soft murmur of their voices mingling with the gentle rustle of leaves overhead.

Mila's laughter would often ring out like delicate chimes, her eyes alight with amusement as she bantered with the prince over trivial matters.

During the afternoons, they would retreat to the grand library, their heads bent in quiet concentration as they pored over ancient tomes and dusty volumes.