31 Is He Rejecting Me?

Chapter 31

Azariah’s POV

When I received the invitation from Nuri, I was so happy I almost screamed.

But I remained calm and elegant. I took the invitation and asked casually, “Did he just invite me?”

“Yes,” replied the servant who had come to deliver the letter.

I controlled my laughter and asked, “Will Princess Sibyl come?”

“No.”

“Okay, I get it. You tell Sir Rodriguez I'll be there tomorrow.”

After Nuri's servant had left, I jumped up with joy and turned in circles with the invitation in my hand.

“Mummy, you're right. Nuri will come to me.”

What happened on my birthday really pissed me off. Instead of getting me a gift. He took Sibyl right out of my room, showing no concern for my feelings or our engagement.

My mother said to me happily, “My dear, this is the first lesson I've taught you. If you care about a man and want to get him, you can't be too aggressive in front of him, you can't reveal your emotions. Keep your dignity and wait for him to come to you.”

“But, mummy, how can I