"Are you sure? You do not have to sacrifice yourself for this marriage. If there is someone you love, let Mother know, and I will arrange the marriage; as long as it is suitable," Mary said. She wanted her second son to live his remaining years in peace.
King Edward looked at his brother. For the first time, he envied him a little. He couldn't even make the woman he loved his mistress, yet his brother was allowed to choose his wife.
"Mother, I am sure," Prince Lucan replied. Mary wanted to say more, but seeing the resolve in her son's gaze, she decided to remain silent.
And so, it was decided.
The next day, King Edward sent a message to the Crown Prince of Gube. He requested a meeting between the second prince and Princess Katrina.
"My brother is not in good health. I wish for nothing more than for him to have a peaceful life. Let the two meet. If they are both willing after this, then we can fix a date for the marriage," King Edward said.
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