Alexander glanced at Ivy, hesitating. Did he have a choice about not marrying her? Obviously not. He had to think about Samuel, his brother, and his sister. Finally, he reluctantly admitted, "Yes."

"Can you love her wholeheartedly, protect her, and stay by her side for life?"

Alexander lowered his head, forcing himself to answer, "I can."

"Very well. I have a loyalty pill here. Take it, and I'll let Ivy go with you to save your people."

The man gestured for Ivy to ...