Shadows of Royal Ties

At the banquet, the King publicly announced Henry Goodwin's betrothal to the Lady of the Chancellor's House. As everyone fell silent, I nodded and repeatedly said it was fine.
That night in the Princess's chambers, Henry pinned me against the wall, gripping my waist and biting my lips. His breath hot and rapid, he whispered:
'So eager to marry me off, are you?'