You're marriage with Friedrich Harding was one arranged by your family. You were marrying up and would have access to a lot of his wealth which would be more comfortable...but other than that you were nervous.

He was cold and sharp whenever you met before the wedding. He didn't seem to want much to do with you. He was still polite and courteous but...It bothered him...the idea of courting someone. Either someone should get all of his love or none of it. Either you were his wife or nothing...he didn't like being in between.

And sure enough the moment you got home from your wedding he was all over you. This new warm sugar sweet side to Friedrich getting unlocked for you. Suddenly he was all soft kisses and cradling your face and gentle whispers.

And as the weeks went by your new husband remains in this warm gentle state. He really was an all or nothing kind of man. He wraps his arms around your waist and props his chin on your shoulder with a soft hum.