Inside the wedding venue… Henry walked the beautiful bride down the aisle with the guests cheering for her. Because it’s a Military wedding, Quinn July was wearing his Uniform. The whole place was glittering with luxury that one didn’t know which was more beautiful– The bride or the interior decor? After handing his sister to Quinn July and saying some words to him, Henry went to sit beside Anamika on a table for four. Henry felt awkward to speak to her. Ever since the incident happened between them, he had only seen Anamika thrice. The first time was when she was still in a coma, the second time was the day she was discharged, and the third time was today. He had concluded that he’d lost Anamika for good but what he doesn’t want is to stop being friends. Although the kids do call him a lot and they talk on video calls most of the time, he was concerned about what Anamika thinks of him.“Ehm, Mika…” he has been trying to strike a conversation but has no idea how to begin. Anamik
Anamika picked her bag and rushed out of the house, heading for the airport. Few hours later, she Arrived at her mother’s house in Rose city. Mrs. Woods was sleeping when she heard a banging on her door. This community is relatively safe, but who would be banging at her door at 3 AM? Even though she thought so, she still left her bed to go check. When Anamika came to view, the woman was stunned for a long while before opening the door to let her in. She was scared that Asher might have told her the truth, but she reminded herself that Asher isn’t someone like that. “Anamika?” the woman frowned. How did she remember to come here? Didn’t she lose her memory? “What are you hiding from me?” “I– I don’t understand.” Anamika pulled out her phone from her bag and showed her mother the number. “Do you recognize this number?” Mrs. Woods frowned slightly when she saw the digits. She took her phone and compared the numbers. They were the same! “Yes, this number used to call me when you we
Anamika arrived at Hassride Capital’s airport and couldn’t be more shocked at how beautiful the city was. Typically, Hassride is a country they all know of its existence. They’ve come across people from Hassride but someone from Nairaland wouldn’t just get up one morning and choose to go to Hassride. Although, it’s the most beautiful place in the world, yet the least place people from country A want to visit because of the Royal family’s hatred for the citizens of Nairaland.After leaving the airport, Anamika headed for the Mayfair hotel. The skyscraper stood tall with elegance and beauty, but Mika was in no mood to appreciate it. Entering the hotel, she arrived at the lobby and approached the front desk and asked: “Hello, what are your best rooms?”The receptionist greeted her with a smile and replied, “Two VIP rooms are available and…”“Does this hotel have room 501… 505, 601 and 605?” Anamika wanted to only ask about room 501 but when the ladies on the front desk gave her a stra
Anamika was speechless as she stared at the lady. “You’re joking, right?” “I wish I was. I’m sorry for the accident that almost took your life. I withdrew our people after you got involved with Asher, thinking he would be able to protect you. I didn’t know… but I sent a team of doctors to the mental hospital to take care of you. That’s why you were able to survive the horrendous accident,” she quickly smoothened the issue. “You did?” “Yes, Your Majesty. I sent the best doctors we have, who are on our team.” Anamika nodded slowly, “Thank you,” she uttered. “No, Your Majesty, you shouldn’t thank your subject. I owed it to you and I’m relieved that I was able to do something.”“What about Asher? What happened to him?” “He and his friends were apprehended when the authorities found out they were investigating the Royal household. Now they’ve been locked in the dungeon at the Palace, awaiting their death tomorrow morning.”“Tomorrow morning? Why is it so quick? What can I do to stop
Everyone looked towards the door, just in time to catch the magnificent entering of the one and only daughter of their late Princess, whom they loved dearly because she was the last direct female descendant of Emperor Dorothy. Anamika was dressed in a gold and black robe– adorned with jewelry for the royals. Her hair was neatly done into an updo with silver pins to secure it in place. All of a sudden, someone cried out, “Her Majesty, Emperor Dorothy is back!!” When she was getting dressed up, Seraphina had also mistakenly called her Emperor Dorothy, but later, she explained that the way she carries herself, her body stature, the fitness of the royal robe, and everything else aside her face reminded her of the first Female Emperor. So now that she was hearing it again, it didn’t sound strange to her. “Long Live, Emperor Dorothy’s descendant!!” Everyone chorused. What more is needed as proof that CEO Mika is the chosen Emperor? Some of them watched her grow from afar and saw her st
This was exactly what Anamika wanted. To plant doubt in the man’s mind. Now, with him not knowing who to trust anymore or what to believe right now, his power has decreased greatly. Too bad she doesn’t have what it takes to back up her power of the tongue. Even though Seraphina said that everything is in place, Anamika has no idea what is in place. There was absolutely no time to discuss the preparations they’ve made, but anyhow, she’ll use her voice to fight for her rights. If it doesn’t work, then, Seraphina and the others can step in.“So, this is how you intend to unseat me? What if I kill you, I’ll be the only Emperor available and your people will no longer be able to fight against me. Before they groom another Female Emperor, it would be too late. How’s that?” Anamika smiled, “It’s your call. But do you honestly think you can kill me right here?” “No, everyone here is your supporter, and killing you in front of them would mean I leave evidence. Like you said, the people will
In a dark dungeon, Asher, Milo, and Roy were chained to the wall. Roy had sighed in helplessness for a thousand times already. “Boss, what should we do now? If help doesn’t come, we’ll be killed before we know it. I feel sorry for madam and the kids,” he sighed again. “There’s still time,” Asher responded languidly with his eyes closed. “The situation looks brim. I shouldn’t have given this suggestion. At this point, I finally realized I was stupid.” “Right, you’ve always been stupid,” Milo stole the word from his mouth. “Milo, when was the last time we spared? I think we need to compare notes after leaving here.” “All I can see is death hovering over your head,” Milo said with a straight face. He’s never one to talk too much but at this point, he was angry at himself and everyone. When they came to Hassride, they tried to spy into the country’s history but failed to find anything. Later, they found out the man who can help them was put in the dungeon. Infiltrating the dungeon
Inside the hall… Only Asher and Anamika remained. The two continued to stare at each other. One sitting on a high level and staring down at the other. “Your Majesty, may I come closer?” “One more disrespectful word from you and you’ll have your head severed!” “Thank you, Your Majesty!” Asher closed the distance and walked up the dais. Totally ignoring her warning. Anamika’s heart danced with glee but her face was as stoic as ever. Standing right in front of her, he said. “Your Majesty, I plead not guilty.” “...” Anamika was left speechless. This man… “Hassride has always had prejudice against my country, so when they saw me, they didn’t give me the benefit of the doubt and just apprehended me,” he flattened his lips. “Oh? Are you saying my country is unreasonable?” “Your people treated me with injustice. I was chained to the wall like a criminal…I also didn’t get anything to eat. I’m starving.” His gaze softened to the likes of Aiden’s when he’s trying to talk his way out o