MIRABELLE'S POV

I relaxed my back on the armchair, enjoying the breeze and the calmness it brought with it.

For the first time in a long time I felt content and happy. I never thought I'd feel this way. It always looked like I had a responsibility on shoulder and it was my work to ensure that everyone was pleased with me but being away from the royal house made me realize how wrong I was.

I thought I would find happiness if I was chosen as Derek's mate but it was just a lie I told myself. Fighting for a position for the Prince's mate wasn't for my happiness...