“No way,” Louis exclaimed, bolting up. “We cannot delay the wedding. We’ve already informed all our guests that the wedding is tomorrow and everyone has already arrived. How can we suddenly delay it?”
“Shut up,” Sherlyn bellowed. “We’ve already decided. You’ve no say in this.”
“Dad!” Louis started panicking. “It doesn’t matter if Mr. Lindberg is unable to attend. It won’t affect anything. We can always have a make-up ceremony next time when he’s free…”
“That’s enough,” Robert spoke sternly. “The wedding does not just concern the both of you. It concerns the royal family’s reputation, as well as the safety of the Laurent family. Acting recklessly won’t do us any good.”
“That’s right,” Sherlyn agreed, standing up. “We’re going to attend the press conference right now to announce the delay of the wedding. We’ll also have to make some arrangements to settle the guests who have already arrived in Pillere. Louis, you have to come with us. As for…”
Sherlyn paused and shot Charlotte a cold gaze before saying in disdain, “You can continue staying here during this period of time and you’ll still be treated like a royal. If you need anything, feel free to let Avril know. She’ll try her best to meet your requests. However, you can’t leave the castle during this time.”
“Lady Sherlyn, are you imprisoning me?” The corners of Charlotte’s lips curled up as she continued, “I guess, you’re not intending to let me go before my brother arrives?”
“Think whatever you want,” Sherlyn scoffed. “The only reason why I haven’t dealt with you regarding what happened between you and Zachary is because of our families’ reputation and honor. Your brother won’t be able to find fault with me even if he asks about it.”
“Charlotte…” Robert started to speak in a much gentler tone. “We are only doing this because we’re worried for your safety. The castle is huge. If you are bored, you can go swimming, or read some books. Just hang in there for a few more days.”
With the woman playing the bad cop and her husband playing the good cop, Charlotte was left with no other choice but to yield.
“Sure,” Charlotte replied with a faint smile. “I’ll have to trouble both of you then!”
“That’s great.” Robert nodded in satisfaction before saying, “Have a good rest then.”
With that, he left the room first.
Sherlyn looked at Charlotte coldly before giving Avril a meaningful glance. “Let’s go,” she said, dragging Louis out of the room.
“Mom…” Not wanting to leave, the man looked back at Charlotte and said, “Charlotte…”
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