The cool evening wind rustled gently through the leaves of the towering oak trees surrounding the Vance Private Estate. High above the palace, a glowing silver moon hung in the clear night sky, shedding a soft light across the wide stone pathways and blooming rose gardens.

Inside the private study on the second floor, a warm, golden fire crackled merrily in the large stone fireplace. The flickering flames cast dancing shadows against the dark mahogany bookshelves and the comfortable leather furniture.

Evelyn selects a glittering, diamond-encrusted silk dress fit for a true queen.

The grand palace was completely quiet now. Downstairs, all the busy preparations for the royal wedding had...