I walked slowly towards the palace barefooted after Martha had convinced me to rest instead of causing more commotion for myself by seeing Rueben. After entering my room, Martha helped me take off my dress as I had become too weak to do anything due to all the tears I had shed.“I would go prepare the hot tub for you to rest in,” Martha said, leaving me standing as I didn’t even have enough energy to leave that place and return to the bed. I was only in my lingerie as I stood still unaware of my surroundings and all I did was stare directly at the window which was still wide open from my escape earlier. I could still see people going in and out of the party with a wide smile while I was here, depressed from all the emotions I had wasted on that ball.I didn’t know when I slowly paced towards the window and the fresh breeze blew on my face making me unknowingly smile.“My queen, your bath is ready. Should I escort you to the tub?” Marta asked, I turned around to face her with the same
I stared at my reflection in the mirror as I admired the dress. How was I never able to find this dress or did he just buy the dress now? Did Rueben buy it specifically for this occasion? The fabric shimmered in the light, and the intricate details seemed to come alive.I was lost in my thoughts, but I was brought back to reality when Martha walked into the room. She had a knowing smile on her face as she approached me. "My queen, Rueben, is waiting for you outside in his car. He said it's time for the surprise," she informed me.My curiosity peaked, and excitement bubbled within me. What could this surprise be? I couldn't wait any longer to find out. Without wasting a moment, I hurriedly made my way out of the room, feeling a surge of confidence in the stunning dress Rueben had chosen for me.As I stepped outside, the cool night air brushed against my skin, and I saw Rueben leaning against his car, looking as dashing as ever. His eyes lit up when he saw me, and a smile tugged at the
I woke up the next morning with a wide smile on my face. I have never felt this happy since I stepped foot into this palace. I even woke up before Martha could come wake me up, just to show how joyful I was with all that was transpiring in my life.I heard a soft knock on the door, and Martha's voice called out, "Naomi, are you awake?"I couldn't help but grin as I called back, "Yes, Martha, I'm awake!"The door swung open, and Martha entered the room, a surprised expression on her face. "Well, well, well, look who is up before I even had the chance to wake you," She said, a playful tone in her voice.I chuckled, feeling a sense of lightness and joy in my heart. "I couldn't sleep in today, Martha. There's just too much happiness bubbling inside me."Martha's eyes widened, and she rushed over to me, excitement evident on her face. "What happened, Naomi? Did something wonderful happen?"I couldn't contain my smile any longer as I recounted the events of the previous night, starting with
I took a deep breath, wiping away the last traces of tears from my face, determined to show a strong facade as I reentered the dining hall. The pain was still fresh, but I refused to let Rueben's betrayal break me completely. It was time to assert myself and show everyone that I would not be easily swayed.As I walked into the room, I could feel the tension in the air. The queen's eyes darted towards me, surprise evident in her gaze. Rueben's expression held a mix of guilt and confusion as he tried to meet my eyes. But I kept my gaze focused ahead, refusing to acknowledge his presence.I took my seat at the table, trying to maintain my composure. The queen's piercing gaze lingered on me, and I could sense her curiosity. She was likely wondering what had changed within me, why I suddenly seemed distant and uninterested.Rueben, unable to bear the silence any longer, cleared his throat and attempted to start a conversation. "Naomi, I hope you slept well. I noticed you were up early this
I ran out of my room as fast as my leg could carry me towards the queen and king's room. Just as I ran through the hall, I realized I had never really met the king before. I had only seen him once or twice. I had heard a few times that he was sick, which was why I had to be called to the palace, because Rueben can’t be pronounced the king without a queen by his side. As I got closer to the room, I saw the guards all around the bedroom with a few maids around and their expressions were very sad. I continued to move forward as I was more than sure that the other royals were in there and it would be bad if she was excluded.I paced slowly into the room and Rueben looked like someone who had a lot of tears in his eyes but couldn’t let it out and then I looked at Demetrius and he wasn’t even shading a tear. His face was just stiff like he was angry with his father for some reason but the Queen was putting on a great show with her loud tears and wailing, pleading for the king to come back
So this was a sham so I won’t know my real worth, they knew I was worth more than what they made me believe. “Why would no one tell you that? Didn’t you read about it or trained about that part?” Jade said to me but I didn’t know how to explain to Jade that I was trained to act like a rebel and didn’t bother to even read about the royal history.I took a deep breath, trying to gather my thoughts. "Jade, I have to be honest with you. I was never trained or educated about royal history or my role as a future queen. I was raised to believe that I was nothing more than a rebel, someone who didn't belong in the palace."Jade looked at me with surprise and concern. "That's terrible. They've been keeping you in the dark about your true worth and potential. But now that you know, Naomi, you have a choice to make. You can either continue to let them treat you as insignificant, or you can stand up for your right to the throne."I pondered his words for a moment. The idea of standing up to the
As Reuben and I stood in the secluded garden, catching our breath from our playful chase, I couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and curiosity. Why had Reuben said he wanted to be with me? Was there something more to our relationship than I had realized?I turned to face Reuben, my eyes searching for answers. "Reuben, why did you say you wanted to be with me? What did you mean by that?"Reuben took a step closer, his gaze intense. He reached out to gently cup my face in his hands, his touch sending a shiver down my spine. "Naomi, I can't deny my feelings any longer. I love you."His words hung in the air, leaving me stunned. My heart skipped a beat as I processed the weight of his confession. Reuben, the prince, loved me, a commoner. It was a love that defied the boundaries of our social status and challenged the expectations placed upon us.Before I could respond, Reuben leaned in, his lips inching closer to mine. It was a moment that felt like an eternity, filled with anticipa
The room seemed to grow quieter as Rachel closed in, and I could feel the tension building. My grip on Reuben's hand tightened, seeking comfort and reassurance in his presence.Rachel stopped in front of us, her eyes locked with Reuben's. Her voice was laced with a mix of sweetness and arrogance as she spoke, "Reuben, my love, I see you've found yourself a new plaything."Her words stung, and I could feel my heart breaking with each syllable. I knew that Rachel had been a part of Reuben's life before, but I had hoped that our love would be enough to keep her away. Yet here she stood, determined to reclaim what she believed was hers.Reuben's grip on my hand never wavered, and his voice held a firmness that betrayed his underlying emotions. "Rachel, our time together is over. I have found true love in Naomi, and I will not be swayed."Rachel's smile twisted into a sneer, her eyes filled with a mix of anger and contempt. "You think this commoner can provide for you? She is nothing compa