"I Know My Value. Anyone Else's Opinion Doesn't Really Matter." (from Eloise To Daphne) @rebelliousfamily

" I know my value. Anyone else's opinion doesn't really matter." (from eloise to daphne) @rebelliousfamily

"I know you do, you've always made that very clear." Daphne didn't always understand her sister, Eloise was the antithesis of her in so many ways. But Daphne had come to realize that Eloise's differences and self confidence wasn't necessarily a bad thing.

"Somewhere out there is someone who will be able to see your value, Eloise. I want that for you."

"I miss you when I least expect it." Anthony @ Kate! @strxngertogether

"I just went for a walk," Kate teased, she loved walking through the markets. Her heart had longed for India since they left, and now that Anthony had helped her get back here she couldn't help herself but immerse herself in the culture she loved.

Even now at this late date in her pregnancy Kate often went walking, especially when her unborn child wouldn't settle.

"Your child has been active today, I thought a walk would calm them."

𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐒.

All sentences were taken from different sources about romance, marriage and specially arranged marriage and what that entails. Mentions of affairs, mistresses, wedding ceremonies and medieval talks of what marriage entails follow. Change names, pronouns and locations however you see fit.

Marriage is a marriage, whether it is arranged or not. Both necessitate the same level of dedication.

It’s not an option to be best friends with your life partner; it’s a requirement for a firm foundation in a long-term relationship.

Arranged marriage is not always a bed of roses, but it is possible to achieve with love and faith.

It’s different for women, isn’t it? They have no choice where they go. They grow up in a prison and then get married into one.

Is there anything more courageous/stupid than saying yes to spend your life with someone you have no idea about?

The country was as much of a mystery to me as the man I had married.

One day you’ll be in love with me.

You could be a titled lady. 

I have avoided the fate my father had planned for me. Surely it is I who has won, not he.

I do not care about power and wealth, father. I want to marry for love.

But if you were matched, what do you think she'd be like?

We're supposed to be unable to keep our hands off of each other. 

In this case the time is not so important for me, the person asking for commitment is.

We are trapped by convention and must marry another.

Every good child knows: duty before your heart's desire.

I am to be a bride, but whose? 

I married you to stop the bloodshed, and you keep killing. When will it be enough- when?

I found out soon after we met that Leah’s father had promised her in marriage to some young Pole.

If I ever get into an arranged marriage, I want it to be like theirs.

Arranged marriages require effort; constantly and every day. And where there is love, you want to make these efforts.

A successful arranged marriage can help climb the biggest mountain and build the biggest empire.

An arranged marriage is like wine; it tastes good with time.

You will marry him and do your duty to your House.

You are my daughter and you will do as I say. End of discussion.

Love? What does love have to do with marriage?

He'll honour his duty to family and swallow it.

I was three when my parents promised me. When a deal was struck. 

 So I was raised to be his wife. I was taught my favorite color was gold because his favorite color was gold. I was told my favorite foods were his favorite foods

I never thought what it would actually be like to have him... be gone. 

I was raised for him, and now I am... new. I am brand-new. And I do not even know how to breathe air he does not exhale.

A bride at her second marriage does not wear a veil. She wants to see what she is getting.

Marriage is a financial contract; I have enough contracts already.

The dowry, not the wife, is the object of attraction.

Arranged marriages work like this. The girl is hardly asked and is expected to follow whatever her parents deem fit.

Marry, that marry is the very theme I came to talk of.

Maybe she'll be beautiful. Maybe she'll be rich. As long as she brings swords and men.

Perhaps love is a minor madness.

It doesn't matter who the seed is. The important thing is that it has a place in your womb.

Her maidenhood will seal an alliance and must be kept safe.

Every married woman knows a man can have mistresses and we must look the other way.

All I ask is, that you do not cast me aside. Have mistresses and lovers as you please, but confide in me as I am to be your wife.

A husband’s first and foremost job in a marriage is to protect and love his wife.

Touching without looking had been incredibly arousing.

In my opinion, most marriages are based either on money or the fear of being alone.

I want you in every way there is to want. I want you in any way you choose to share.

I'm free to do with my wife as I fucking please.

The marriage of convenience lasts until you become an inconvenience.

Ours is a marriage of convenience and nothing more.

From now on, you're sleeping in our room. There's no chance in hell I'm letting you sleep far away from me again.

You agreed to this marriage and didn’t even dare to ask my opinion on the matter.

You're going to bend, and so am I. We're going to compromise, negotiate, and distract each other.

Being together means our priorities are going to change.

Men marry because they are tired; women, because they are curious: both are disappointed.

I don't think I am likely to marry, Harry. I am much too in love.

It is certainly romantic to be in love, but there's nothing romantic about a definite proposal.

They are royals, whoever they marry is not their choice but who is better for the crown.

That is a match made in a boardroom.

Once you are wed to another, you will forget me. 

I will marry a man who desires me but I have no interest in. 

I will not be a secret kept in shadows. Once you are wed, I will leave.

How can I marry them, when I am in love with another? It is not fair to them, that I think of you when I’m with them.

Ever since I met you, no one else has been worth thinking about.

Behave yourself, out here, we are wed and what you do, reflects on me.

You are being sold like a mare and do not care.

Once I bore him a son, he shall be happy, I know it.

We hate one another but for peace, we must wed. At least, let us enjoy this part of the contract.

I am doing this for my family and for the terms you offer.

A marriage is simply an alliance.

All will be well, love can be found in a marriage. If not love, at least, good company. 

Do your duty and give him sons.  That’s all men want.

I will not be paraded around in a bedding ceremony. I will wed them and bed them, but I will not be humiliated. 

You think this title gives me power, but you forget, I am a woman.

I am lucky enough to have options. None who please me but at least, I can choose one.

Come to bed now, husband. It is our wedding night, after all.

❥     𝐓𝐇𝐄  𝐀𝐑𝐓  𝐎𝐅  𝐃𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘    [   𝚂𝙴𝙽𝚃𝙴𝙽𝙲𝙴 𝚂𝚃𝙰𝚁𝚃𝙴𝚁𝚂    ]   .

add context to your needs .  happy roleplaying !!  ♡

“   it  seems  that  you  get  impossibly  more  beautiful  every  single  day .   ” “   walk  with  me  in  the  garden  for  a  while .   ” “   do  you  recognize  any  constellations  tonight ?   ” “   i  notice  that  you  keep  looking  at  my  lips .   you’re  criminally  unsubtle .   ” “   i  think  the  kids  are  awake  …   ” “   you’re  hogging  the  blanket .   ” “   you  look  too  beautiful  right  now ,   it’s  too  dangerous  to  make  direct  eye  contact .   ” “   i  painted  you .   ” “   i  can  feel  you  staring  at  me .   ” “   will  you  wash  my  hair  ?   ” “   stop  worrying ,   you  look  perfect .   ” “   you  always  smell  so  sweet .   ” “   i  can’t  do  the  dishes  if  you  keep  on  hugging  me .   ” “   well ,   you’re  extra  clingy  today .   ” “   nothing  will  hurt  you  as  long  as  i’m  here .   ” “   tell  me  that  story  again .   ” “   i  just  want  to  hear  your  voice  until  i  fall  asleep  …   ” “   here ,   have  my  jacket .   ” “   anyplace  with  you  feels  like  home  to  me .   ” “   i  just  can’t  stop  thinking  about  you .   even  when  you’re  in  the  next  room .   ” “   honestly ,   you’re  hopeless  without  me .   ” “   i  smell  something  burni—   are  you  trying  to  make  breakfast ?   ” “   i  ran  you  a  bath .   get  in  it .   ” “   this  necklace  reminded  me  of  you .   i  thought  you  would  like  it .   ” “   is  it  hot  in  here ,   or  is  that  just  you ?   ” “   can  i  rest  my  head  in  your  lap ?   ” “   i  love  it  when  you  call  me  that .   ” “   there’s  no  greater  blessing  than  looking  at  my  child   &   seeing  your  eyes .   ” “   let’s  just  get  in  the  car   &   drive  somewhere .   anywhere .   ” “   i  missed  you  at  work  today .   ” “   shh ,   just  stay  still .   let  me  hug  you  for  another  few  minutes .   ” “   do  you  remember  this  song ?   ” “   i’ll  give  you  a  massage .   ” “   you  can  just  say  that  you  want  to  cuddle ,   you  know .   ” “   let  me  braid  your  hair .   ” “   i  just  can’t  believe  that  you’re  mine ,   now .   ” “   no ,   you’re  not  going  anywhere .   you  have  a  fever .   ” “   do  you  still  think  about  all  the  crazy  stuff  we  used  to  do  together ?   ” “   every  time  i  wake  up   &   you’re  there  next  to  me ,   i  wonder  if  i’m  still  dreaming .   ” “   i  never  really  cared  about  impressing  anyone  until  i  met  you .   ” “   did  you  just  light  a  candle ?   ” “   can  you  zip  this  up  for  me ?   ” “   how  do  you  expect  me  to  cover  all  of  these  marks  you  left  on  me ?   ” “   you’re  so  cute  when  you  smile  like  that .   ”

"It will be." Edmund promised. Everything Violet did was perfect, though he may be a little biased. Tonight's ball would be beautiful.

He'd expected nothing less.

"Are the girls ready for tonight?"

"Isn't the ballroom exquisite?" violet @ edmund @storyofwhoiam

"Should I expect anything less from a ball you've planned?" Edmund smiled. Even all these years later, Violet still amazed him.

"You've out done yourself, Darling."

"That sounds amazing." Leanora had never been so far from home before. She’d come with Ella on this political visit to attend to her, but also as support for her young queen.

But seeing the island sparked something in the lady-in-waiting.

She wanted to see more of the world.

"It's so different from home, but still familiar."

@flashbacksech0es said — ; "This place is so beautiful." (from my OC Leanora)

there's  always  a  swell  of  pride  that  courses  through  eric  whenever  the  island  receives  a  compliment.  it  may  not  be  his  kingdom  yet,  his  full  responsibility,  but  he  had  already  begun  doing  any  and  everything  he  could  to  make  sure  it  remained  well  revered.  after  all,  he  will  reign  over  it  one  day.  

❛  you  should  see  it  at  night,  ❜   he  beams,   ❛  the  entire  sky  alight  with  stars  and  moonlight.  it's quite breathtaking. ❜