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-Katherine-

I was taken aback by Darius’s sudden shift in demeanor. He seemed almost angry as he pulled me into a small common room, turned me to face him, and crossed his arms, his expression one of clear dissatisfaction.

“What’s wrong?” I asked, but he shook his head.

“What?” I repeated, growing more frustrated.

“You’re not queen anymore.”

“Thanks for the reminder,” I said, my tone dripping with sarcasm.

“No, listen to me,” he insisted.

“What?” I inquired, my patience wearing thin.

“You can’t make accusations like that. Even though you’re my wife, questioning the integrity of the current queen could have serious consequences,” he explained.

I hadn’t fully grasped the gravity of what he was saying until he pointed it out.

“You’re right… I’m sorry,” I said, looking down. I heard Darius let out a small sigh of relief.

“I understand you’re angry. I know these people have hurt you, and Acan might have taken away your chances of having a child. Maybe there’s something wrong with him, or ma
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