“It doesn’t matter anymore, Raven,” I said, meeting his gaze.

“Why not? It was your dream,” he said lightly.

“Papa isn’t here anymore, nor…” My words trailed off, but hopefully he understood what I meant. I hated the lengths he went to just to marry me. He could have done anything but kill him. My body suddenly trembled with how much rage I felt for him.

“He would have harmed you, Wife,” He cupped the back of my neck to keep my eyes focused on him.

I gritted my teeth, ...