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Bang! Bang! Bang!Grayson opened the door and Piers was on the other side. "We're ready."Grayson nodded, then he closed the door and held Ari's coat for her. "They're ready."Ari slipped into her coat, colder than she had been before."About Dima—""Let's not talk about it now," Ari cut him off. "I said what I had to. What you do with the information is entirely up to you." Then she turned to look into his eyes. "But know this. It's not just about you anymore. It's about me now, too."Grayson nodded once. "Let's go." He wasn't going to make her promises that he couldn't keep. He wasn't going to tell her that Dima would no longer bother them because, frankly, he didn't know. He had hoped that he meant more to Dima than for her to destroy not only his marriage, but his life. But after this, he no longer knew."Let's go!" Piers and two other guards whisked Grayson and Ari down the hallway. A guard was standing by the elevator, waiting. Another guard blocked off the stairwell close by. Pi
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Ari pulled her coat around her to shield herself from the cold. But the cold was not only from the weather.Grayson reached over and held her hand. "I don't want there to be anything bad between us. Not now."She nodded, letting him take her hand. She was amazed at the level of attraction she felt for him. When she had agreed to marry him, Ari hadn't expected that. She had no idea what she expected, but this wasn't it. It was as if she already knew him, as if they had known each other in another life. But she pushed the thought aside. She knew that married life, and the adjustments that came along with it, would be hard. But she had no idea it would have this many good points. Ari snuggled close to him. "I just wish everyone would leave us alone and let us be a normal married couple."Grayson nodded, wrapping his arm around her. "Welcome to the monarchy. Nothing's ever normal." Then he lips curled into a smile. "What is normal, anyway?"Ari smirked. "I surely wouldn't know."A few mom
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Ari and Grayson were ready to leave the castle, but the King stopped them. "Grayson, a word." His father stepped to the side, out of earshot.Ari slipped into her coat while she waited. Grayson came back a moment later. "How would you like to continue our honeymoon in Switzerland, away from prying eyes?""Switzerland?" Ari asked in disbelief. It was going to take a while for her to get used to this level of life, thinking nothing of taking off to some place like Switzerland on a moment's notice.The King nodded. "Yes. I have a chalet in Switzerland, and I feel that you both will be safer while on your honeymoon, away from the paparazzi." He took her hands and looked into her eyes. "Please. Do this for me. It'll give me peace of mind.""Thank you." Ari replied, and then turned to Grayson. "Do you think it'll be safe?"He nodded, "It should be much safer than staying. Here, the paparazzi will find us, no matter where we go."Ava nodded, understanding. Grayson was right about one thing:
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Ari and Grayson only had a few hours of sleep when Piers knocked on the door of the townhouse the next morning, but they were packed and ready to go. After their things were brought to them from the hotel the night before, they had spent most of the night packing."Ready?" Piers asked, peeking his head through the door.Grayson opened the door wide, letting him in. "Our bags are in here."Piers nodded and had some of his team bring out the bags. Then he turned to Grayson, "The path is clear to the limo so we should have no problem getting you out safely.""Good." Grayson turned to Ari and raised an eyebrow. "Ready?"Ari yawned, tired for not having had much sleep. "Let's do this."Grayson rubbed her back, smiling. "You can sleep in the car—""Or on the plane," Ari finished.Grayson nodded and then gently kissed her forehead. "We're ready."Within minutes, they were in the limo, headed for the airport, and minutes after that, they were on a private jet."Anything to drink?" a flight att
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When Ari and Grayson arrived at the chalet, Ari was surprised to learn that they had the penthouse. It was a two-bedroom suite that stretched across the whole top of the chalet. Picture windows lined the walls. However, Ari was too tired to enjoy the spectacular view. Instead, she opted to take a little nap, but ended up sleeping most of the morning."How about room service?" Grayson asked when she was fully awake.She snuggled onto his shoulder. "You, my husband, read my mind." Although she had slept for a few hours, she still felt tired. In fact, she could have lain back down and slept until the next morning, but she didn't want to waste the time they had together. "Want anything in particular?" Grayson raised an eyebrow expectantly. "Whatever you want." Then Ari had a thought. "Sandwiches?"Grayson smiled, already on the phone. "Yes, room service? We'd like a tray of cress and cucumber sandwiches....""Meat!" Ari mouthed."Actually, why don't you make it a variety tray?" Grayson c
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"Do something! Where's Piers?" Grayson yelled at his new bodyguard, Sam. He looked over at the row of paparazzi now huddled close to the fence row. "And get those people out of here!""That's enough! Clear out! The prince and his wife do not want to be disturbed!" Sam skied over the fence and held his hand up in front of a camera. "Prince Grayson will bring anyone who is still here up on charges if you don't clear out now!"Grayson rolled his eyes. If they didn't know who he was to begin with, they did now. But he was sure that it didn't matter anyway. The paparazzi already knew, or they wouldn't have been here."Ari?" Grayson rubbed her arms and gently patted her face, trying to revive her. "Grayson?" she asked, waking up, tears filling her eyes.He lifted her from the snow and carried her to the waiting car. Then he turned to Sam. "Where is Piers? Get him here... now!""Yes, sir!" Sam replied, and then walked off to the side, talking into his wrist communicator.He looked back at Ar
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"Call Vickie now," Grayson insisted, handing her the phone as soon as they walked into the chalet. Ari shook her head. "Thanks, but I can use my own." Grayson took her into his arms, forcing her to look into his eyes. "Ari, I know that we're both getting used to our new life now—you especially—but please don't neglect your health... and that includes your mental health." Grayson sighed, taking a moment before continuing, wanting to word it correctly. "So, call your family and friends whenever you want. Also, you don't need my permission. Do as you like, within reason.""Within reason?" Ari lifted an eyebrow.Grayson's expression turned serious. "As I said when we first met, don't ever cheat on me. If you ever become unhappy with our relationship, then come talk to me directly."Ari lifted an eyebrow as a smile lit her lips. "Now, why would I cheat on the sexiest man I've ever met."But Grayson didn't even smile. "Dima, my ex, cheated on me with a man in my own bed."Ari gasped.Grays
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When Ari woke the next morning, Grayson was still sleeping. Her head no longer hurt from running into the tree, so she decided to take this opportunity to have a bit of fun. She hadn't gone skating for a while, so she thought that now was as good a time as any.After quickly dressing in warm clothes and a heavy coat, she opened the door and a bodyguard was standing on the other side. "Good morning, Princess," the guard replied, and then he stood back discreetly, letting her pass. "Good morning," she replied, not used to having someone there, watching her every move. She started down the hallway and he followed a short distance behind."Cinderella is on the move," he said discreetly in his wrist communicator. "We need another guard for the Big Bad Wolf."Ari laughed, wondering what Grayson would think about the code names the bodyguards had for them. Downstairs, she approached the front desk. "Excuse me, but is there a place where I can go ice skating?"The kind, balding man behind th
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Grayson was proud of his father's efforts to unite Estrea once again. It was clear that the old ways were no longer working. It was time for a fresh start. And King Maxwell of Estrea was determined to do just that.The election was held the next month, as King Maxwell promised, and the Royal Council was selected. But through it all, the feeling in Estrea had been one of new hope. In the news, King Maxwell was praised for his bold initiative to bring the realm into the Twenty-First Century.A few weeks later, the first meeting of the Royal Council was held on April 1. The board voted to continue holding the meetings twice a month, on the first and third Mondays, to keep the council abreast of the happenings of Estrea. The king then promised to make the proceedings and decisions made by the council known to the public in the interest of full disclosure. There was also a procedure set in place for grievances, ensuring that everyone's concerns would be heard. "So, what about the name Maso
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The next day, Grayson was working in his office at the castle when Xavier walked in. Without a word, he crossed the room to the television and flipped it on. Then he stood back and folded his arms across his chest."And in the news today," Ella J. Scott said to the camera. "The body of Prince Marcus Pierce was found in an old abandoned warehouse, along with the bodies of other men. One of the men has been identified as Piers Wingfield, former head of security for the Crown. King Maxwell Pierce and members of the Royal Family have made no comment as to the cause of death. In other news—"Xavier sighed, folding his arms across his chest. "I don't think you have to worry about paying Piers now.""Let's speak with Father," Grayson said, already headed toward the door.Xavier followed. "What should we tell him?"Grayson sighed, turning around to face him with his hand on their father's door. "The truth."Xavier looked at him for a moment, and then nodded his agreement.Grayson knocked on th
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A week later when Ari was feeling better, she finally had that meeting with the hospital administrator about Henley's House. This time, Henley, her mother, and Vickie attended. Grayson had wanted to go, too, but Ari had to persuade him to let her go without him. After all, she couldn't live in fear for the rest of her life."This is a wonderful idea. I appreciate you bringing it to us," said the hospital administrator, Dr. Sienna Gallagher. "We look forward to hearing more about it. And please be sure to tell His Majesty King Maxwell Pierce and His Highness Grayson Pierce how much we appreciate it. Cancer patients, and their families, will be very appreciative."After speaking with Dr. Gallagher, and at Henley's insistence, Ari had decided to expand Henley's House to include all cancer patients treated at Estrea Medical Hospital, not just leukemia patients.Ari held out her hand. "The pleasure is ours. Thank you for offering us the land on which to build. I'll speak with my husband and
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Ari had fallen asleep on the way home, despite her best efforts to stay awake. But the lack of sleep and the continuous motion of Grayson stroking her hair, made sleep inevitable. But now that she was with Grayson again, the world could fall apart, and she wouldn't care. Her stomach hurt a bit, waking her."Are you alright?" Grayson asked, his voice filled with concern.Ari nodded. "My stomach's hurting just a bit, but I'm fine. I just need to rest.""And eat," Xavier added, looking at her in the rearview mirror. Ari laughed. "Well, that's a given." She thought for a moment, wanting to word it correctly. "Xavier, Grayson, thank you both for coming to my rescue.""It's my pleasure, my lady," Xavier teased."You know I would move heaven and earth to get to you," Grayson replied, his voice low and husky.Xavier nodded. "And he is not exaggerating."Ari laughed. "Well, I truly appreciate it." Then she thought of something. "I had to do something that I'm not proud of." She bit her lower
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Ari ran through the forest as quickly as she could, headed toward who knew where. She remembered that there was a road that lead back to the village, and she had to find it. She couldn't follow the beach; she'd ever get home.Home.A small word that held so much power. As she ran, all she could think of was Grayson and going home, their home together, at the castle. Then she fell, stumbling over a root protruding from the ground, but caught herself with her hands. But she got up and started running again. After a bit, she looked behind her to see if anyone was following... and ran straight into something. When she looked up... it was Piers."No!" she screamed at the top of her lungs, her knees buckling under her. But to her surprise, he caught her in his strong arms."Quiet!" Piers said, holding a finger to his lips."Hold it right there." When she looked up and saw Grayson holding a gun, her heart leapt with relief and joy."Grayson!"Piers quickly pulled her in front of him. "I want
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Grayson rode with Xavier into the night toward the shore. Although the chances of finding her in the dead of night was slim and none, he knew he had to try. And from the moment Xavier had heard, he was along for the ride. Without question. "Thank you for this," Grayson said, looking over at him.One corner of his lips curled into a smile. "You don't have to thank me. You would do the same for me, if the tables were turned.""Without question."Xavier shrugged. "But then again, I'd do it for Ari, anyway."Grayson chuckled. "Of course, you would," he teased. "I'm glad that you two get along so well.""What can I say? She's a nice girl...." Then he grinned. "and I'm a nice guy."Grayson laughed. "Yes, you are... but I didn't say that.""Of course not." Xavier looked over at him and smiled. "So, have you seen anything suspicious?"Grayson shook his head. "No. Nothing that could be used as a fortress or a hideout.""The shore is farther away than I thought." Xavier sighed."Which is why I
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Ari looked around the warehouse, taking everything in. Maybe she would find a clue as to where she was. She kept hearing the crashing of waves, as if she were near the ocean, which meant that she was a few hours away from the castle. Either way, it would be a long walk back.One thing was certain: she couldn't just run back down the road to the castle, even if she did manage to escape. But then again, if she could just get out, then she could easily find her way back to the castle. Surely, someone would know the way and could give her a ride. Although she had no idea what time it was or how much time had lapsed, she knew she had much less than twenty-four hours now and, although there were no windows, she knew it had to be dark—or close to it—making it the perfect time to escape. But she was also getting hungry and she knew she had to eat soon. Also, when she came out of the restroom earlier, Piers had put another zip tie around her wrists again. So, she had to escape when the Zip tie
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Grayson called Xavier, knowing he couldn't just sit there and wait. At that moment, he would give anything to have Ari back."Yeah," Xavier answered on the first ring. "Find anything?" Grayson asked, pacing the floor in his office. "Yeah, I think you'd better get down here." From the sound of it, Xavier was pacing, too.Grayson sighed, fearing the worst. "I'll be right there." He clicked off and was ready to walk out when the door slowly opened. "Where's Ari?" Celeste asked, slowly walking in, obviously having overheard something. "Do you know where she is?"Grayson sighed, biting his lower lip. "Please, sit down." He knew he had to go, but her mother deserved to know the truth before he left.Celeste said nothing but slowly walked into the room and folded her arms across her chest. "Where is she?"Grayson looked directly into her eyes, pain ripping through his whole body, as if someone had physically shoved their hand into his chest and ripped his heart out."Ari's been kidnapped."
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Ari looked around the warehouse and all eyes were on her. Marcus gritted his teeth as he walked purposefully toward her and slapped her across the face. "How dare you say that about me?" He raised his hand again, but Piers caught it.Piers shook his head. "You gave your word that she will not be harmed for twenty-four hours."Marcus glared at him for a moment, and then ripped his hand out of his grasp. Then he turned his attention to Ari. "Kill me, will you?"Ari raised her head and glared at him, staring daggers into his eyes looking through her hair covering one eye. "Mark my words. You will never get away with this. You should have taken the deal that King Maxwell offered you. It's as good as you're going to get." She shrugged. "It's more than I would have given you.""Why you—" Marcus made a move toward her again, but Piers stood in his way and shook his head in warning."Not while I'm here," Piers replied. Quicker than Ari would have thought possible, Marcus whipped out a gun an
