I Watched My Scheming Brother Crash and Burn

Summary

On the day I return to court in triumph, my fiancee, Isabel Hartwell, welcomes me at the city gates.

My career is flourishing, and I'm about to marry the woman I love. As far as I'm concerned, my life can't be more perfect.

A victory banquet is held in my honor. By the time I'm pleasantly buzzed, Isabel's mother, Katherine Mercer, raises her glass to me with a smile.

"Nicholas, my daughter has waited three long years for you. Now, you're finally back!"

The entire room bursts into laughter.