The King Takes a Bride by Danielle Bourdon

Author:Danielle Bourdon [Bourdon, Danielle]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Romance, Suspense, contemporary romance, king, love, billionaire, royal, intrigue, Adventure, Wedding, passion, princess, sensual, (¯`'•.¸//(*_*)\\¸.•'´¯)
Publisher: Wildbloom Press
Published: 2013-05-08T14:00:00+00:00

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“They caught me returning from my jog at the back of the castle and asked if I would walk with them, that they had a few things they wanted to discuss,” Natalia repeated. “Like I said, they seemed amiable and passive and I didn't see the harm in it. Actually, I thought they might tell me that Bashir changed his mind and that he'd dropped his suit.”

Perched on the edge of a sofa in the upstairs sitting room, Chey glanced between those present: Natalia, Sander, Mattias, Gunnar, Urmas and Allar Kusta. She measured their reactions to Natalia's story, impressed with the level of professionalism and restraint they showed considering the situation.

“So they didn't outright threaten you,” Mattias said, going over the fine details one more time. “But they intimated that they would make sure the Crown Prince was the best match you'd ever get.”

“Yes. They were very clever to shape their comments in a way that let me know my name would be slurred through the ranks of the elite, and that I'd be lucky to have anyone with a name, title or money show me any interest after this.” Natalia paced in front of a bookcase, fingers twined and twisting.

“But they didn't lay a hand on you,” Sander said.

“No. Not once. They were very cordial and polite, and I think that was the most unsettling thing. Their confidence in the plan was unnerving,” Natalia replied.

Chey, who had already told her side of the story, listened and watched and wondered how Sander would deal with Bashir's underhanded tactics.

A tap at the entrance to the room drew everyone's attention. Urmas stepped over to receive a sealed missive from the security member and walked it back to Sander.

In moments Sander had it open, gaze scanning the contents.

Pinpricks of unease dotted Chey's skin under the sleeves of her sweater. She rubbed her arms with her palms to chase the sensation away.

Sander folded the missive and stood. “Put security on alert,” he said aside to Allar. “And inform Bashir's people that I want a meeting with him in ten minutes. Alone. Take him to the South parlor.”

“Yes, your Majesty,” Allar said. He swung away for the door, disappearing into the hall with the other man who'd delivered the message.

“The council and legislators were not able to come to an agreement over the contract. It remains in dispute. Bashir's people won't accept resources only, and also will not accept their payment back in full. I suspect it's because they thought Natalia would cave to the pressure and saw no reason to back down.” Sander folded the missive over once more and slipped it into the inner pocket on his coat.

“What happens now?” Chey asked, unable to keep quiet any longer.

“I go down there and tell Bashir that since Natalia has declined the contract, and his offer of marriage, he and his entourage can head back to their country in the morning.” Sander paused to bend down and kiss Chey on the mouth.

“You're going to send them away?” Natalia asked with no small amount of surprise.

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