189 throwing cold water

Katherine pov 

The girl though had a good IQ, her EQ was very low. When it comes to wits, there was so much to learn from Marianne, but she was still naive when it comes to matters of hearts.

My eyes fell on the gulping knights who were standing like a human wall between her and Philip. It was clear they were afraid of both of them, yet they were taking their stance. The duke must have scared them enough to lose their life for not completing the task.

Then I looked at my brooding brother whose face was darkening every passing second, and I shook my head.

"Sorry brother, you don't have any chance here." 

"Did you say something, your majesty?"

'Ah, did I say the last line out loud' my face flushed as I shook my head.

"No, Sir Richard. I was just complementing the view. This place is very beautiful."