Chapter 4 — Marriage Proposal
"What am I hearing, Princess Cynthia?" the king demanded, locking eyes with his sister.
Instead of appearing nervous, Cynthia met her brother’s gaze and responded nonchalantly, "Duke Dorian and I are no longer engaged."
That statement alone sparked murmurs among the crowd. Their gazes turned sharp, as if they could tear her apart.
Cynthia remained unbothered, standing still and calm as she had been taught from a young age—a noble must never lose their composure, no matter the circumstances. Besides, she was used to such glares.
King Alistair took a deep breath, controlling his anger. What was his sister up to now?
A year ago, she had sent him a letter requesting him to find a suitor for her. He couldn’t marry her to someone of lower status, so he arranged a marriage with Duke Dorian, one of the highest-ranked nobles. Now she had broken off the engagement.
But why?
Only Princess Cynthia could answer that question.
"I am the one who broke off the engagement," Duke Dorian declared proudly walking through the crowd.
Everyone’s gaze shifted to the young man as he joined Lady Valentine’s side, slipping his arm around her waist and pulling her close.
His eyes fell on Cynthia, hoping to see a spark of envy for once, but it was in vain. Cynthia’s expression remained the usual indifferent and composed one.