Naomi flashbacks to the pastIt was all coming back to me..how much I had cared and loved Martha like my own sister…Chapter 19Martha stared at me in surprise as I smiled sheepishly at my words.“You want to ruin the princess ball?” Martha asked again to be sure she had heard me right.I nodded positively to her words, a smile still widely plastered on my face.“She won’t know what hits her.” I said to Martha who seemed a bit nervous at my words.“That won’t be safe and the queen might punish you again.” Martha murmured but I smiled before standing up from my bed and heading straight to the large mirror on the wall as I stared at my reflection and smiled.“The maids were mocking me and trying to say I am not worth being called the queen in the future so I should at least step in there in grand style. All I need is an invitation but come to think of it I don’t really need an explanation.” I said as an idea popped into my head.“What do you plan on doing?” I smiled at Martha’s question.
“There is no training for you today so I want you not to step out of the palace or the consequences would be severe.” She muttered, I scoffed after realizing what she was after.“Why are you hiding me? Is something about to happen?” I said trying to put her on the edge but instead she chuckled,“You aren’t worth anything so why would I waste my time keeping things from you?” She said and after giving Martha one last stare she walked out, Martha rushed up to me with a panick look.“Shouldn’t we cancel this plan of yours?” She whispered with fright evident her voice, I scoffed at how scared she had gotten.“I am afraid it’s too late for that and I had already made up my mind nothing can change that.” I whispered back to her, “just because I am an half blood that doesn’t give them the right to hide things from me like I am a plague.”Martha sighed loudly meaning she couldn’t convince me to stop, and I wasn’t planning too.“Can you at least make me feel a little at ease by escorting you t
Emotions overwhelmed me as the memories of my past flooded back. I couldn't hold back the tears any longer, and they streamed down my face as Martha walked into the room. Without hesitation, I rushed towards Martha and embraced her tightly, holding onto her as if I would never let go."Martha," I whispered, my voice choked with emotion. "I've missed you so much. I can't believe you're here."Martha returned the embrace, her own tears mingling with mine. "Oh, Naomi," she said, her voice filled with sadness. "The palace has been so miserable without you. We've all been worried sick."I pulled away slightly, looking into Martha's eyes. "I'm sorry for causing so much trouble," I said, my voice filled with regret. "I never meant to hurt anyone."Martha shook her head, a small smile playing on her lips. "You didn't cause any trouble, Naomi. It was the circumstances that forced you to make difficult choices. We all understand that."My heart swelled with gratitude for Martha's understanding.
Confusion and concern clouded my mind as I tried to comprehend my parents' urgent pleas for me to leave the palace. I couldn't understand why they would want me to abandon them in their time of need. But their words held a sense of urgency and fear that I couldn't ignore."Why do you want me to leave?" I asked, my voice filled with a mixture of confusion and desperation. "I can't just leave you here. We need to find a way to escape together."My mother's eyes filled with tears as she held my face in her hands. "Naomi, you don't understand," she whispered, her voice trembling. "The queen, she plans to take Liam. She wants him as the next heir to the throne."Shock coursed through my veins as my mother's words sank in. The realization that the queen, my aunt, would go to such lengths to secure her power hit me like a thunderbolt. She saw my son as nothing more than a pawn in her game of politics."No," I whispered, my voice filled with a mix of disbelief and anger. "She can't do that. L
As I left the queen's presence, a mix of anger and determination fueled my every step. I couldn't let the queen's threats and manipulation break me. I rushed back to my room, where Liam was still peacefully asleep.I entered the room and closed the door behind me, ensuring that we were safe from prying eyes. As I held Liam tightly in my arms, a wave of love and protectiveness washed over me. He was my most precious treasure, and I would do whatever it took to keep him safe.I placed Liam gently on the bed and sat beside him, watching his peaceful face as he slept. My heart ached at the thought of the challenges we faced and the uncertain future that lay ahead. But in that moment, as I held my sleeping son, I found solace and strength.I closed my eyes and whispered a prayer, asking for guidance and protection. I prayed that the queen's plans would never come to frition, that Liam would remain safe and free from the clutches of political manipulation. I prayed for the strength to face
As Reuben spoke of his struggle between duty and love, I couldn't help but feel a surge of anger and betrayal. How could he allow himself to be controlled by his mother, to put the queen's desires above our happiness? I took a deep breath, steadying myself before responding."Reuben, I understand that you're torn, but I can't bear the thought of our son being used as a pawn in the queen's game," I said, my voice filled with determination. "Liam deserves a life free from manipulation and political schemes."Reuben's eyes filled with sorrow as he reached out to touch my hand. "Naomi, I promise you, I will do everything in my power to protect Liam. I will make sure he is not caught in the crossfire of the queen's plans."I looked into his eyes, searching for any hint of sincerity. "How can I trust that you will keep your promise?" I asked, my voice tinged with skepticism.Reuben's grip tightened on my hand, his voice filled with conviction. "Naomi, I love you and Liam more than anything.
As Reuben processed my proposal, a mixture of emotions played across his face. I could see the internal struggle he was facing, torn between his loyalty to his mother and his love for me and Liam."Naomi, I understand the importance of protecting our son, but claiming the throne won't be easy," Reuben finally spoke, his voice filled with a hint of desperation. "Rachel already has the support of the nobles, and going against her could lead to chaos and unrest in the kingdom."I took a deep breath, suppressing the anger and resentment that swelled within me. It wasn't Reuben's fault that Rachel had manipulated him into marrying her while I was away. I couldn't let my personal feelings cloud my judgment."Reuben, I know it won't be easy, but we can't let fear dictate our actions. We have to fight for what we believe in, for our son's future. I'm willing to face any challenge that comes our way," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady.Reuben's eyes met mine, and I could see the flicke
The room was all echoing my name, that’s was all I could hear from left to right as just as I planned to escape from this spotlight Reuben won’t also let go of me…he continued to hold me tight but to my surprise the queen didn’t make a move to come close to me in anyway. I was expecting to come and pull me out of the ball and maybe embarrass me with a slap but all she did was stare back at me with a frown and anytime the cameraman's attention is on her she smiles like everything is perfect.“Wow, I guess I made a really good pick..it is none other than my wife-to-be who ended up being my dance on my birthday night.” Reuben said into the microphone which was handed to him after the dance ended, I looked up at him in surprise to why he was suddenly acting so nice to me but all he did was whisper to me.“Smile to the camera, the world is watching and I am more than sure you won’t like them to see a frown on your face.” After those words I immediately had a wide smile on my face as I wave