It started with a tattoo

ies were being held. She had never met her fiancé before, as their marriage had been arranged by their families. Elizabeth couldn'

The entrance hall was filled with people, all chatting and laughing as they made their wa

spoke to a group of admirers. Elizabeth couldn't help feeling a twinge of intimidation as she watched hi

scious. She had always been a bit of a shy and reserved person, and the thou

t of her. His face lit up with a warm smile, and he excu

ng her hand and kissing it gently. "I've heard so much about

t the compliment. "Thank you," she

e said, taking her by the arm and leading he

siblings, who were all charming and friendly. She couldn't hel

company of her fiancé and his family. Despite his cocky demeanor, he was

eeling hopeful about her future with this powerful and confident man. She knew that their life togeth