Chapter 36 The Royal Ball (2)

Just as the entire hall continued to buzz with astonishment, King Shawn spoke up again, his voice filled with sincerity and affection. “Lady Catherine, I would like to officially declare to everyone that you will be my future wife and queen,” he announced to the court with a firm voice, his words resonating throughout the grand hall and his eyes never leaving Catherine's face. He held her hands sweetly in his after he spoke as if they were the most precious treasure in the world.