R O S A L I E
Axel pulled me into his arms, his body flush against mine. "You were amazing," he whispered, his lips brushing against my ear. "I have never been more proud to call you my wife."
"I have you to thank for that," I said, looking up at him. "You taught me how to be strong."
"You were always strong, my love," he said. "You just needed someone to believe in you."
We danced for what felt like hours, lost in our own little world.
When the reception finally wound down, Axel led me out of the ballroom and towards the royal chambers. The guards stood at attention as we passed, their heads bowed in respect.
We reached our new chambers, and Axel swept me into his arms and carried me over the threshold. He gently set me down, his eyes never leaving mine.
"Welcome home, my queen," h
