Exactly one month after the secret wedding of Rosalind and Lucas, an unexpected announcement echoed through the halls of the Rothley Estate. The once-debilitating disease that had plagued the estate's inhabitants had miraculously vanished.
The news spread like wildfire, igniting hope and relief among the people. However, this newfound joy was overshadowed by a storm of drama and intrigue that was about to unfold.
Within a day of the Duke's proclamation, a number of invitations and extravagant gifts flooded the estate. It was not just the noble families of the north who sent their offerings but also the prestigious Families of the Seven Empires.
The sheer volume and opulence of these tributes spoke volumes about the magnitude of this union.
