Rebel Princess
Love and Marriage

Catherine and William get closer and eventually they fall in love. However, they realize that Catherine's matchmaking is still a big problem they have to face.

Catherine and William sat in the palace garden, enjoying the fresh air and the beauty of the garden adorned with blooming flowers. They smiled and looked at each other, feeling each other's unspoken happiness.

"Catherine," said William at last, "i've long held these feelings for you."

Catherine looked at William, surprised. "What do you mean, William?"

"You know how much I admire and love you, Catherine. I want to be with you, forever."

Catherine was surprised, but she was delighted. He always felt comfortable with William, and felt the same happiness as William. However, he could not ignore the matchmaking that still ensnared him.

"William, I love you, too" said Catherine, "but you know about arranged marriages that are still a big deal."

William nodded, understood. "I know, Catherine. But I can't hold back my feelings anymore. What can we do?"

Catherine thought for a moment, looking for the right solution. "I will try to talk about this with my family, to find a way to free myself from that match. We have to be patient and fight for it together, William."

William smiled, relieved. "I will always support you, Catherine. We'll face this problem together."

Catherine smiled back, feeling lucky to have someone like William by her side. "Thank you, William. I feel lucky to have you by my side."

William looked at Catherine with a serious face. "We have to talk about this, Catherine. We can't keep hiding from the fact that your matchmaking is still a big deal."

Catherine bit her lip. "I know, William. I don't want to leave my kingdom, but I can't marry someone I don't love."

William nodded. "I understand how you feel, Catherine. But we have to find a way out of this situation. Have you thought of a solution to this problem?"

Catherine shook her head. "I haven't found the right solution. I feel trapped between two hard choices."

William grabbed Catherine's hand gently. "We'll find a way out, Catherine. We'll work together to find the right solution for both of us."

Catherine smiled, relieved to hear William's words. "Thank you, William. I'm so lucky to have you by my side."

William smiled back. "We need each other, Catherine. We're gonna get through this together."

Catherine nodded, feeling confident that together they would find a solution to the matchmaking problem that threatened their relationship.

William smiled and nodded. "I promise to always support you, Catherine. We'll find a way to solve this problem together."

Catherine smiled gently. "Thank you, William. I feel so lucky to have a friend as good as you."

William took Catherine's hand and looked at her deeply. "More than just friends, Catherine. I love you."

Catherine was shocked to hear William's confession, but then she felt the same feeling. "I love you too, William."

They both smiled happily, but they knew that they had to face many obstacles to be together. They promise to support each other and work together to address all the problems that arise.

"We're going to face a lot of problems and obstacles, but I'm sure we can overcome them together" William said.

Catherine nodded in agreement. "Yes, we're going through it together. I can't imagine doing this without you."

William smiled and kissed Catherine's hand gently. "I'll always be by your side, Catherine. We're gonna make this kingdom better together."

Catherine smiled and clasped William's hand tightly. They know that their love will bring many challenges, but they are ready to face it together.

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Catherine and William kept thinking about the matchmaking problem, looking for a way to solve it. They feel it is unfair to give up on their love just because of political decisions.

"Maybe we can seek the support of our family and friends" Catherine said.

William nodded. "You're right, we can't solve this on our own. We need their help."

Catherine took a deep breath. "But what if they refuse?"

Catherine smiled gently, feeling calm with William's words. They decided to discuss the matter with the people closest to them.

They first visited William's mother, Queen Agnes, for advice. Queen Agnes is known as a wise and decisive person in making decisions. They explained the situation honestly and openly to Queen Agnes.

Queen Agnes listened carefully and gave wise advice. "You must dare to take risks and follow your heart. But, you also have to consider the interests of the kingdom. If you feel your love is strong, you have to fight for it. But, don't forget that your decision will impact many people."

Catherine and William were helped by the advice of Queen Agnes. They decided to visit Catherine's family and talk to Catherine's father, King Edward.

However, the moment they arrived at Catherine's palace, they were greeted with an unexpected surprise. Catherine's father informed them that Catherine had been betrothed to a prince from a neighboring kingdom as part of a political agreement.

Catherine and William were shocked and disappointed. They don't know what to do. King Edward told them that the decision could not be reversed.

Catherine cried in William's arms, feeling hopeless and stuck in a difficult situation. William rubbed his back gently, trying to calm him down.

"We can't just give up" William said firmly. "We have to find a way to solve this. We should try to persuade King Edward to call off the match."

Catherine nodded, relieved to have William by her side. They decided to return to William's palace and think about the next strategy.

They spent hours thinking of ways to deal with the situation. Finally, they planned to visit the neighboring kingdom and ask for help from the king and queen there.

However, as time goes on, they begin to realize that Catherine's matchmaking may be inevitable. They knew that as a queen, Catherine's decision would affect her kingdom and her people.

"I don't want to force you to do something you don't want to do" Catherine told William regretfully. "But I don't know what to do about this matchmaking."

William looked at Catherine affectionately. "I know it's hard, Catherine. But I will always be there for you, no matter what happens. I love you and I want you to be happy, even if that means you have to marry someone you don't love."

Catherine smiled sadly. "I know you love me, William. And I'm so grateful for everything you've done for me. You've always been a good friend and supported me."

William smiled gently. "I'll always be a good friend and support you, Catherine. I never wish there was more to it than that, unless you're happy."

Catherine felt mixed feelings in her heart. He felt guilty for making William hurt and confused about what he should do next.

"Maybe I should try to choose a future husband who will help me govern and safeguard the interests of the people" Catherine finally said.

William nodded in understanding. "I will always support you in your decisions, Catherine. And I believe that you'll find someone right."

However, Catherine's heart still felt heavy. He knew that if he married someone he did not love, it would make his life unhappy. However, as a queen, she had to think about the interests of her people first.

Days passed and Catherine began to meet some of the future husbands she was betrothed to. He tried to open up and understand them, yet his heart did not feel anything was right for him.

Meanwhile, William remains beside Catherine, supporting her and helping her through these difficult times. She realizes that she loves Catherine more than just friends, but she does not want to put the burden on Catherine's already heavy shoulders.

One day, Catherine and William were sitting in the palace garden, enjoying the serene atmosphere. Catherine looked at William with a feeling.

"William, I want you to know that you are very important to me" Catherine said sincerely. "You've always been there for me and I don't know what I'd do without you."

William smiled gently. "Together, Catherine. You are also very important to me. I don't know what I'd do without you."

Catherine looked at William with teary eyes. He felt guilty for not being able to give William what he wanted,

Catherine nodded. "I understand. But I don't want to lose you, William. We have to figure out a way to stay together."

William smiled bitterly. "I don't want to lose you either, Catherine. But I don't want you to lose everything because of me. I have to think of the best option for you and the kingdom."

Catherine looked at William with teary eyes. "What should we do?"

William held her hand and looked at her eyes gently. "We're gonna find a way out together, Catherine. We will find the right solution to this problem. We'll conquer everything together."

Catherine smiled a little. "I believe you, William. We're gonna get through this together."

The two of them held hands tightly, knowing that they would find a way out of this situation together. Although there were still many obstacles ahead of them, they felt confident that together, they could overcome everything.

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