Draco's POV- Me and myself

I swore to be there for my son and my kingdom but for tonight, I was going to take time out for myself.

I retreated to my chamber, feeling numb and hollow. The ache in my chest was unbearable, and I thought that the only way to cope with the pain was to drink until I passed out.

I had not rested since I came around from my unconsciousness. I needed some rest. More like, I needed some moments of unconsciousness.

I ordered maids to bring me the finest liquors in the kingdom and settled in for a long night of mourning. As I took my first sip, memories of Liana flooded my mind. My plan kind of back fired but her pain was as sweet as her essence.

"Why did she have to leave me?" I asked myself, my voice slurring slightly. "I loved her with all my heart, and now she's gone."

I took another swig of the drink and continued to mull over my loss. "She was so beautiful and kind, with a heart of gold. I never thought I could love a human, but she proved me wrong."

My mind drifted back to the da