Chapter 37. The Will

When Razor told me directly that the chances of a better future were slim, I didn't know what to do at first. My hands were dropping by themselves. But then… I still had to face the hard reality.

A reality that was different from what I'd imagined.

It might not end as well as I wanted it to. I had to be prepared for any outcome.

Besides, it wasn't just about my relationship with Rachel. As Archduchess, I was responsible for the fate of a lot of people. And if I did not make the right decision — they followed me sad fate awaited.

Problems, personal and general, came over me from all sides. But the main thing was the choice I had to make as soon as possible. Perhaps the last one I would ever make.

I spent the entire evening pondering this decision. After all, the wedding ceremony at the Imperial Palace would be tomorrow. I sighed heavily as I held the necessary paper in my hands.