Chapter 10 Oath Ceremony

• EMPEROR RICHARD'S POV
• I heard the room go quiet and frowned. Normally my men and the rest of my ministers turn to chatterboxes at the dinner table, sharing some views on whatever topic interests them. I immediately perceived the sweet fragrance and followed the eyes of the rest to the doorway.
• My heart immediately skipped a beat and began to beat wildly, frightening me. There in all her glory, looking like a royal queen stood Erica. She was smiling shyly at me. she seemed to barely resist the urge to twist her fingers.