What had she told the priest? Hawk had said their holy man…
““What had she told the priest? Hawk had said their holy man could not perform the wedding unless he was sure the bride was willing. Had there ever been one less so? Her eyes were downcast, she would not meet his gaze no matter how fiercely he willed her to do so. But the priest was smiling. He nodded to Dragon even as he addressed Hawk. "Ah,well,now that is taken care of. We will proceed as you wish, my lords." "Immediately then," Hawk said. He did a decent enough job of hiding his relief but Dragon wasn't fooled. Until that moment, not even the Lord of Essex had been sure the marriage would take place. Krysta appeared at Rycca's side. She spoke to her softly, distracting her as she guided her to a small room off the great hall. There the bride would wait while the guests, her scowling family, and one stern-faced groom assembled in the chapel.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A priest manipulates a wedding ceremony, allowing a reluctant bride to be forced into marriage under false pretenses.
In simple terms: A priest helps force a marriage despite the bride's reluctance.
Key Takeaway
Beware of authority abusing power.
Themes
power
manipulation
marriage
Mood
serious
alarm
Type
ethical
caution
When to use this quote
- legal counsel
- advocacy groups
- protective services
Key Concepts
ethics
coercion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions protect vulnerable individuals?
- What signs indicate coercion in relationships?
A Different Perspective
The bride's consent is still questionable despite the priest's approval.