Kael stared at Nadine, his eyes filled with contempt. He couldn't hide his disdain for her, and he muttered under his breath, "You are the most stupid girl I have ever come across." Nadine's heart sank as she heard his words, her eyes welling up with tears that soaked the blindfold covering her eyes. She remained silent, unable to find the words to respond.

Taking a step closer, Kael's voice turned cold and venomous as he continued to berate her. "Listen carefully, Nadine. I don't care what you're wearing, be it rags or a man's pajamas. I will marry you, but don't you dare think you have any control or...