The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart novel Chapter 1065

Especially for Estelle, she was vilified by the high society, made an example of what not to be. Even after the tragic passing of Princess Ivy, she and Dominic couldn't immediately announce their marriage...

Pregnant, yet she had to endure in silence.

To Estelle, none of that mattered anymore: "Ivy, I hope you find your happiness."

After hanging up the phone, Ivy embraced her partner: "Let's leave."

He lifted her into his arms and placed her in the car: "We're going home."

The news of Ivy's demise lingered for a full week, with Craneville collectively mourning her loss.

Gradually, the news faded away.

The queen regained her decisiveness and resolve.

Yuri tried to visit multiple times, only to be turned away, until the queen personally met him on his last attempt.

"Mr. Lynette, are you here regarding the marriage proposal?" she inquired.

Yuri's heart skipped a beat, realizing the queen was determined to have Brittany marry Prince Eltham.

"Your Majesty, Bri has been married before and has a child. She's not a match for Prince Eltham. Perhaps we should reconsider this marriage..."

"What's wrong with a second marriage? It's not shameful," the queen countered.

"As long as she's willing to leave her child with the Salter family and reduce contact, I have ways to make the public forget about this marriage."

It was just a marriage; erasing it from memory was not an insurmountable task.

"But, Bri has someone she loves."

Yuri knew the taste of a loveless marriage and didn't want Brittany to follow in those footsteps.

"Yuri," the queen said, her tone growing sterner. "You must understand, Prince Eltham is renowned throughout Craneville for his character and looks. Isn't he a worthy match for your daughter?"

Yuri felt embarrassed.

"But, the royal family has rules. Those who marry into it cannot pursue their own careers. Bri is my sole heir—"

He hoped the royal family's adherence to tradition would be their out.