Chapter 196: One Condition

"That is absurd," the words escaped Rafael’s lips before he could think better of it. "Elinora would be a terrible queen. She is―"

King Recaldo held up a hand to stop him. "She was a perfectly adequate wife for Orion Elsher. Your brothers have also found her to be a good fit for our kingdom’s queen. If you do not agree, it is of no consequence. You will simply forfeit your right to inherit my kingdom."