Chapter One Hundred and Eighteen

Isabella’s POV

I stood there, still in Claire's mother's warm embrace, my mind reeling from the unexpected discovery. The words rang in my ears: "Your parents are royalty." My eyes widened in disbelief, and I pulled back slightly to look at Claire's mother, wanting confirmation.

"Wait! What?!" I shouted, my voice a mix of confusion and shock. "I don't get it. How are my family royalty? I thought Isabella was lying to me, but hearing this from you... I don't know what to believe."Claire's mother nodded, her face serious yet filled with empathy. "I understand, Ava. It's a lot to take in. Your family, your parents, are of royal blood. You are part of a lineage that carries a lot of weight in history."

My mind raced as I tried to understand the information. Royalty? It seemed like a far-fetched thought, something out of a fairy tale. I glanced at Claire, hoping for some clarity, but her friend's eyes reflected a mix of understanding and pity.

"I know this must be overwhelming," Claire's