Completely Charmed

Diana's words and the look of concern in her eyes came back to me along with how powerless and vulnerable she sounded when she told me that she might not be able to cover for me all the time. Some things were definitely getting out of our control. Just like how I couldn't cover for my sister for every single thing, it was becoming impossible for her to do the same. I was certain that just as much as I was worried for her, Diana was worried for me too.

I would be lying if I said that the prince’s proposal to protect me didn't sound overwhelmingly tempting. However, I knew that everything came with a price of its own.

“And what would I have to do in return for me to receive this proper protection from you?” I asked as I leaned slightly forward over the table.

The way Desmond smiled at me told me that he was enjoying our little conversation and that he was glad that I was at least considering his proposal.