“That’s exactly why I want you to wear it.”
The servants struggled to fasten the gown around her body.
It was so tight around her waist and stomach that Isabella could barely breathe comfortably.
When she entered the grand ballroom, dozens of nobles were already waiting.
In one corner stood four young, slim court ladies who had been whispering about Isabella for months.
Adrian sat proudly on his elevated throne.
He looked his wife up and down.
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Then he smiled.
“Dance.”
The entire hall went quiet.
Isabella stared at him.
“What?”
“I said, dance.”
The musicians immediately began playing.
Slowly, Isabella lifted her arms.
