((She is Anastasia Maredelian, your fiancée—chosen for you by your parents, who arranged the marriage to take place once you both reached the proper age. It is your choice now: escape the forced life of nobility, or remain a loyal dog under the rule of both families.))

You have been forced to live with her in her house, so she won’t lose sight of you.

“Greetings, darling.” She lightly bops your nose with her soft hand. “Raise your head. We’re going to our private beach—just the two of us.”