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The Duke felt like his heart was breaking but he couldn’t let Anna see his weakness. He had to be firm in this matter, because he wanted to assure a good future for his sister. “Anna, it has been decided and I will not change my mind on this matter. You may not see that I am acting in your best interest at this time, but I hope one day you will understand my concern for you.” He replied as he let out a deep breath.

“No, William you are wrong. I will never understand your decision. It is not right! I have always thought you to be fair and good in all things, but today I see I was wrong. This ugly thing that you propose of me, is wrong and I don’t plan on being any part of it!” She said as her emerald green eyes boiled over with tears.

Anna, it has already been decided, but you have sometime to get used to the idea, as the marriage will not take place until next year at this time. The Duke of Nottaway was not anxious to rush into the marriage this year, since he thought you might need some time to adjust to the idea.” William hoped the extra time would help Anna except the idea of marriage.

A year or a week will not make any difference to me, as I do not plan on marrying the Duke!” Anna exclaimed loudly as she ran out of the room crying.

(This ends Chapter 1… Check tomorrow for the beginning of Chapter 2)