Naomi's POVAs the medics rushed Rueben to the hospital, I followed closely behind, my heart filled with both relief and anxiety. The fear of losing him had been replaced by the hope that he would recover, but the uncertainty of what lay ahead still weighed heavily on my mind.Arriving at the hospital, I anxiously paced the waiting room, my eyes fixed on the door, waiting for any news about Rueben's condition. I couldn't help but worry about what had happened to him and who was responsible for his current state.Minutes turned into hours as I waited, the anticipation building with each passing moment. Finally, a doctor emerged from the room where Rueben was being treated, his expression grave but determined."Miss Naomi," the doctor called out, motioning for me to come closer. "Your presence is needed. Rueben has regained consciousness."Hope surged through me as I followed the doctor into the room. There, lying on the hospital bed, was Rueben, his eyes open but still weak. My heart s
Belen's face hardened, her voice sharp and resolute. "I won't stand in your way, Naomi. But knowing this, I will always support Demetrius. Our alliance with him is unbreakable."Rueben squeezed my hand, his eyes filled with sadness. "Belen, I had hoped that you would see reason. But if you won't stand with us, then we'll have to face Demetrius on our own."Belen's gaze shifted between us, her expression wavering for a moment before hardening once again. "So be it, Rueben. But remember, I will always be loyal to Demetrius."With those words, Belen turned and walked out of the hospital room, leaving Rueben and me behind. I felt a deep sense of loss and sadness, knowing that the divide between our families had grown even wider.Anger surged through me as I stormed out of the hospital, my mind filled with a mix of frustration and determination. Belen's betrayal and her unwavering support for Demetrius had ignited a fire within me. I couldn't let them succeed in their quest for power and d
As I stood there, realizing that the queen was also under Demetrius' charm, a mix of sadness and frustration washed over me. It seemed that everyone I cared about was falling victim to his manipulation, and there was nothing I could do to save them.But I knew that I couldn't force the queen to see the truth. Just like with Belen, I had tried to convince her, but she was blinded by her own ambitions. It was a painful realization, but I had to accept that I couldn't change their choices.With a heavy heart, I turned and left the palace. I needed to gather my thoughts and come up with a new plan. Demetrius had to be stopped, and I couldn't rely on others to do it for me.As I walked through the streets, my mind raced with possibilities. I needed to find a way to expose Demetrius and reveal his true intentions to the kingdom. But how? I couldn't do it alone, and I needed allies who could help me.As Rueben continued to chase after me, his illness becoming more evident with each step, my
As I hurriedly walked away from Rueben, his anguished cries echoed in my ears, tearing at my already shattered heart. Each step I took felt heavier than the last, as if the weight of my decision was crushing me from within. I desperately tried to hold in my tears, not wanting to show weakness, but the pain was too much to bear.Finally, I found a quiet corner where I could be alone, away from Rueben's searching gaze. With my back against the wall, I couldn't hold back the flood of tears any longer. They streamed down my face, mingling with my stifled sobs. The pain of losing Rueben, the one person who had loved me unconditionally, was unbearable.I felt a mix of guilt, regret, and heartache wash over me. How could I have let it come to this? How could I have pushed away the one person who truly cared for me? The weight of my mistakes and the consequences of my actions crashed down upon me, and I felt as if I would drown in my own sorrow.In that moment of despair, I reached out to my
As Sarah's words sank in, I realized that she had been observing me all along. She had seen the changes in my life, from joining the royal family to the devastating news of my pregnancy with the wrong person. And now, she was urging me to gather my strength and make a comeback.But there was something I needed to tell Sarah, something that only she deserved to know. I took a deep breath, gathering my courage, and looked into her eyes."Sarah, I need to tell you the truth," I began, my voice trembling. "The child... it actually belongs to Rueben."Sarah's eyes widened in surprise, but she remained silent, giving me the space to continue."I made a mistake, Sarah. I let Demetrius manipulate me and I pushed Rueben away. I thought it was for the best, to protect him and the child from the chaos that surrounded the royal family. But now, I realize that I was wrong. Rueben deserves to know the truth, and so does our child."Tears welled up in my eyes once again as I spoke, the weight of my
I stared at my phone one last time and smashed it as I did it. My heart shattered too…I was too determined and not even my parents would change my mind. They would understand me if I explained my redemption.As the days turned into weeks, I found myself caught in a whirlwind of emotions. The pain in my heart was still raw, and the weight of my shattered dreams felt unbearable at times. But I knew that I had made the right decision to leave the city and start anew.One evening, as I stood behind the counter of the coffee shop, serving customers with a smile, I noticed a familiar face in the crowd. A man, with kind eyes and a gentle smile, would come in every day, ordering the same cup of coffee. He seemed drawn to me, always choosing a seat near the window where he could catch a glimpse of me.At first, I didn't pay much attention to his presence. I was still healing from the wounds of my past, and the thought of opening my heart to someone new felt daunting. But as the days went by, I
I turned around, my heart pounding in my chest, and looked up at the television screen. There, in front of me, was the image of Rueben, my past love, speaking about my disappearance. My breath caught in my throat as I listened to his words."I am here today to make a plea," Rueben's voice echoed through the coffee shop. "My dear Naomi, the love of my life, has gone missing. I am offering a substantial reward to anyone who can provide information about her whereabouts. Please, if you have any information, contact the authorities or reach out to me directly."Tears welled up in my eyes as I watched Rueben's genuine concern and desperation. He truly believed that I was missing, that I had vanished without a trace. But little did he know, I had chosen to leave, to start a new life away from the pain and heartbreak.Oliver's eyes widened in surprise as he watched the news alongside me. He turned to me, his voice filled with confusion. "Naomi, what is this? Why is Rueben saying you're missi
The weeks went by, the symptoms of my pregnancy began to intensify. Nausea plagued me throughout the day, and even the smell of certain foods made me queasy. Fatigue weighed me down, making it difficult to find the energy to do even the simplest tasks. And to top it all off, my belly started to show a visible sign of life growing within me.Sarah had been my constant companion during this time, taking care of me and ensuring that I had everything I needed. She even took time off work to be by my side, knowing that this was my first pregnancy and that I needed extra support. Her presence brought me comfort and reassurance in the midst of the uncertainty that surrounded me.One day, as I sat on the couch, trying to find some relief from the constant nausea, I heard a knock on the door. Sarah glanced at me, concern evident in her eyes, before getting up to answer it. I watched as she opened the door, and my heart skipped a beat when I saw Oliver standing there.There was something about