Chapter 81

Title: Diana Rodrigues

I'm seated inside the private plane of the Murabak family, surrounded by an atmosphere of uncertainty and fear. José, my faithful friend and confidant, is by my side; he came to fetch me, and Lemi, who shares my distress and uncertainty, is here as well. A heavy silence hangs over us as we fly back to Kudsi, the country where Aslan is the Sheik and where everything now seems to be falling apart, as it's being taken over by rebels.

The past few hours have been a whirlwind of emotions. We hurriedly left the vineyard after receiving alarming news that something terrible happened to Aslan. My heart is clenched with anguish and worry, as my mind fills with questions. What happened? How is he? Will he be okay?

José looks at me with a serious expression on his face. He waited until we boarded the plane to share the news about the accident. His eyes reflect the same restlessness I feel inside. He gently holds my hand, conveying silent support.

"Diana, I... I need to tel