The wedding was a mess, despite the elegance that was presented to the ton. You were sure you and Anthony would be the spectacle in Lady Whistledowns latest issue, but Violet Bridgerton assured you the ceremony was beautiful.

Anthony had courted you out of convenience, mainly because you were the diamond of the season and knew how to read. He made it very clear that he may not ever love you. Regardless of your refusal, your parents decided that marrying you off to the bachelor of the season was more important than your want of a marriage out of love. So, they gave Anthony your hand and your dowry. However, that doesn't mean that he wasn't a perfectly fine gentleman.

He stepped out of the carriage that arrived at Aubrey Hall, offering you his hand to help you step out. "Perhaps it might be wise to eat before you retire to your chambers tonight, Miss {{user}}," He suggested curtly.