Camila’s POV“What do you mean you don’t want to sit down?” I inquired, staring at him still wondering why exactly he was there. I knew it was not to just check up on me like he claimed.He finally approached my desk and placed his hands on it staring at me from my head to my chest.“What’s going on?” I asked again, getting uncomfortable and impatient.“I’ve told you to always be patient Camila, always yelling won’t get you anywhere. You need to understand that I won’t do anything to hurt you.” He muttered in a sort of a whisper and I wondered why he was whispering now.What was he on about?“Alan I was quite busy when you walked in, if you’re not going to take your seat or tell me why you’re here, then you might as well take your leave,” I said with a serious expression plastered on my face.“Oh really, you’re sending me out now? You don’t want me here again?” He asked with a teasing smile on his face but I wasn’t being teased.“In order words, get out. I don’t have time for whatever
Adrain’s POV“Call everyone who works here immediately, the mistake was from her and I want to know who it is.”“You need to calm down Adrian, yelling won’t do anything, and we can’t be sure any of the workers have anything to do with what happened.” Camila interrupted and I knew she was trying to calm me down but it wasn’t working. “It has to be from here, the workers are in charge of the food and drinks that are here so how on earth could something that big go amiss and they won’t be accountable for it? Someone knows what happened to Isabella and I want answers, else all of them will have to pay for the mistake one person made.” I yelled walking into the living room as the workers already arranged in front of me.With worried looks on her face, I didn’t care. If one of them didn’t plead guilty, the rest of them would pay for the mistake one of them made.“Adrian we need to get to the bottom of this, you need to calm down, everything will fall into place and I know we will find ans
Camilla’s POV“Yes, baby,” I muttered gently patting her head as she laid her head back on the pillow. She looked so tired and pale that I feared what might happen to her.“Don’t leave me mom.” She muttered reaching for my hands as I caught them and placed them into mine.I squeezed her hands into mine as I realized that she said what she said. She regarded me as her mom and it felt so nice to be called mom.I stared into her eyes like a worried mother as she struggled to fall back to sleep. I stared at her keenly, not wanting to take my eyes off her for a single minute. I was scared of what would happen to her if I wasn’t here.I’ve never been called mom before and hearing it from Isabella gave me a sign of relief and happiness. It was all so exciting and I felt so proud.I would never let her down, I would make sure she would never go through any pain again. She was my number one priority and it was so hard seeing her in such pain and I couldn’t do anything but stay beside her.“Don
Adrain’s POVIt took me a whole lot to keep my cool in front of Camila. I knew she was already going through a lot because of Isabella.Something as big as that happened and she had to put it on hold just to make sure I wasn’t too bothered. She was such a strong woman and I appreciated that about her.But Alan, that bastard!!I’m going to kill him! How dare he place his hands on my wife? I knew he always had a liking towards her but I thought he wasn’t going to be that senseless.I didn’t even plan on handing him over to the police, I wanted to kill him with my own hands. He not only disrespected me, but he also disrespected my wife too.I bathed off the house heading straight with one location in mind. I knew he was always going to be there and that was the best place for me to meet him.I didn’t want anyone to be around to stop me from killing him so that was the perfect spot. I charged towards the sparring ground and my hands mounded into a tight fist.How dare he?What exactly did
Adrian’s POV“Stay away from my wife and my family! I would kill you if you ever lay your miserable hands on anyone I love. “ I muttered continuously, sending hard blows across his face without any regrets."Stop it, Adrian! Do you want to kill him? The both of you should just stop this madness already!" I heard Camila yell.Camila's anger radiated throughout the sparring ground, and I couldn't exactly say that I blamed her. She had never seen me like this, so it was understandable since Alan's betrayal had cut deep, and my fury fueled the punches I delivered to that traitor. I turned, slowly, to face her and I saw her eyes flashing with a mix of concern and frustration. Alan took the opportunity to retreat, shaking his head defiantly. I glared at his retreating figure and debated on whether to follow him and teach him a lesson he would never forget, risking more of Camila's anger or just going with her and apologizing for what she had just witnessed.Before I could decide, though, Ca
Adrian's POVI sat in my office, surrounded by piles of work that I knew I should be doing, but I couldn’t work in the state I was currently in. I had noticed way too many similarities between Claire—my former wife—and Camila. Could it be that Claire had found a way to find me a woman like her, even from the grave? The thought seemed very far-fetched but I didn't know what to think at this point.It had been a few years since Claire had passed but sometimes I still felt her presence. Sometimes, I thought Camila was Claire and I had almost called her that a few times. It seemed that the line that separated them from each other was starting to blur in my mind, and I was bothered about it. Something wasn't right, but I didn't know what it was.The door to my office opened, revealing Drake, a friend of mine. He walked in casually and took a seat opposite my desk. “Hey, Adrian, what's up?”“Nothing, man,” I replied dryly.“You look like you've been overworking yourself. Do you want to go g
Adrian's POVI sat comfortably on my seat, thinking about what Candice had said about missing Claire. At least she got to see Claire's body but I never saw her body no matter how much I demanded it. At first, I became suspicious when her mother refused to even let me see her until she was buried. A knock on the door distracted me and I gazed up to see Drake walk into the room. “Your car is ready.” He said and I nodded before walking out of the office, and down the hallway. I looked outside and saw Isabella through the large glass wall, talking happily with Camila. I didn't want Camila to know about where I was going so I decided to keep it from her. “If she asks to see me, tell her I hurriedly left to deal with some royal issues and I'll be back before nighttime,” I said to Drake and he nodded before I walked off. I walked straight to my car waiting for me and drove to the private cemetery where Claire was buried. The ground belonged to the royal family and I appreciated the fact t
CAMILA'S POVI sat behind my desk going through my files as I rubbed the bridge of my nose in frustration. It isn't easy to rule a kingdom and I wondered how Adrian was dealing with it without being troubled. Although I took a few hour's break to clear my head and play with Isabella, I was still stressed out. “Where's his majesty?” I asked Quinn who was busy going through files too on one of the sofas. “His Majesty left the palace to deal with some urgent issues. He would be back by night.” Quinn said and it was weird he was going out without telling me. Just then, my phone started to buzz and I picked it up, looking at the caller. It was Candice. “Hey, bestie,” I said in a tired voice.“You really must be stressed out.” She said with pity in her voice.“You have no idea, b,” I said with a sigh as I continued to look through the file in my hand. “I have to catch up on everything for the past few months.” “I hope you're not too busy to go out. Let's go to Rossi amusement park.” She
Dear Beloved Readers,If you're reading this, it means you've stuck with me through every twist, turn and terribly crafted joke that I've dared to type and send your way. For that, I owe you a universe of thanks or at the very least, a coffee if we ever meet anywhere beyond our various screens.Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when you've spent so much time in a world that exists somewhere between reality and the imagination. We've been through a lot together, haven't we? We've faced through the plans of Eliza (metaphorically, more like we are watching it while we read 😂.), dived deep into the deep end of human emotions and emerged on the other side with our hearts strangely full, if not a bit bruised. 🙏.. 🥺
Claire was laying on the bed, in Adrina's arms after the whole day of going through everything Rossi had left for Isabella and the male child he wishes Claire to have, they decided to go to bed to avoid stressing her so much.As Claire laid there, she felt a sharp pain from her sleep and suddenly groaned out in pain. She quickly opened her eyes and she instantly knew it was time for her baby to come. “Adrian.” She called him, tapping him gently and he sprang up. “It's time.” She said and he immediately lifted her in his arms, calling out to the maids outside. “Get her bags and everything. Place it in the car and ask Quinn to drive it over to the hospital.” Adrian commanded and the maid nodded, hurriedly doing as she was asked. Adrian drove her to the hospital at full speed as she groaned in pain. He couldn't bear to see her in pain and he wondered if this was the same pain she went through when she was about to give birth to Isabella and he wasn't there from the start. “It's okay ba
“Finally, everything seems fresh and refreshing.” Claire stretched as she touched her already swollen belly, obvious she would be due anytime soon. Adrian came up behind her, handing her a plate of fruit which she had requested for. “Here you go babe.” He said, kissing her cheeks gently. “Thank you.” She replied, wrapping her arms around his neck even though her stomach tried to get in the way. “You look even more beautiful day after day. I'm envious.” He pouted and she laughed as he carried her in her arms. She was amazed by her strength to carry her even though she was nine months pregnant already and it was difficult for her to lift herself up.“The more beautiful I become, the more handsome and strong you become, I'm so jealous.” She pouted and he placed her on the chair, kissing her pouted lips. “No need to be envious. It's all yours, baby.” He said, flexing his muscles and she could help but giggle at him cuteness. “So do you think we'll be having a baby boy or another Isabe
"I think we are done here." I watched the man in suit seated at the other end of the table voiced out before he stood up.He stacked up a few papers on the table before placing them into a black briefcase.The meeting had been concluded finally and shortly after, Eliza was apprehended by the security men close by.Soon, we exited the meeting room, Claire and I standing close to each other as the weight of the recent events hung heavy in the air. Eliza's cries echoed down the corridor as the security men dragged her away while everyone watch with utmost disgust."Let me go!!" She protested, while struggling as hard as she could to break free from their hold. "This is not how you treat a pregnant lady, this is not how you should treat me."Her protests fell on deaf ears as she soon started claiming to be pregnant, but after all the deception and betrayal, it was hard to trust anything that came out of her mouth.I turned to my side, urging Claire to leave but it was then my attention w
The elders who were four most trusted people that Rossi had placed on that seat of power before dying sat there with the officials looking at them in shock. None of them has ever met them so it was a surprise to see them here. After waiting for almost thirty minutes, Adrian walked into the meeting hall with Claire and Isabella next to him. They all bowed and greeted him including the elders and he bowed back in respect. They all sat there and the officials whispered to each other wondering whatbwas going on and why the elders were there. Most of them feared for all they did wrong because Adrian was no longer predictable and he could get any of them out of their position with just a snap of his fingers while the elders were seated. “It is a great honor to have you back with us, Queen Claire. We didn't know you're the same as Camila. Our actions towards her was just to save your legacy and making sure not just anyone can sit on your throne.” The head of the officials laughed nervousl
My heart was beating very fast as I stood in the middle of the room, Eliza was standing at the entrance with a gun in her hand, she had it pointed in my face, any fucking move from me could end my life. "So you are alive, you just didn't know how to die" Eliza yelled at me, she still had the same look of anger and wore years back even now. She just hated me for no reason, from the first day she met me and even more that my face has changed, she still hates me "Eliza please drop the gun and let's talk" I pleaded and she threw her head back and laughed. "I should drop the gun and allow us have a conversation? it's not going to happen sunshine, not in a million years so just forget about it" She yelled I flinched and then tried to stop my legs from shaking, I didn't want to die yet, I had just found out that I am pregnant again, I now have the chance to love my daughter for who she is, and I have my rightful place in the kingdom as Adrian's queen. I don't want to die now, I have for
Claire's POVEveryone sat in front of us whispering and looking around like they didn't understand what was going on which they didn't. I couldn't believe Adrian called a huge amount of people just telling them to Camila turned out to be Claire. Who would even believe that story because I definitely would not believe it. I just watched as everyone looked at me in utter curiosity before the whole hall settled down in silence. “I want to thank everyone for taking their time to be here live to watch me make my announcement. I know you're all confused by who is this sitting on my queen's throne.” Adrian said and the whole hall became quiet. Everyone looked at me and I just stared into a distance waiting for Adrian to explain everything to them. As he did everyone gasped and oohed as they looked back at me. They couldn't believe their eyes. Most of them knew me from when I was queen and all I did for the seat and how much King Rossi loved me as his daughter-in-law and couldn't believe
Claire's POVAll Adrian told me about us meeting again was nothing I understood at all but I felt bad missing an important part for my daughter's life. I don't even remember how I got pregnant again for my husband. “Why did I forget memories of things that happened while I was Camila?” I asked Adrian, not knowing why everything in my life was becoming confusing for even me to understand. “The doctor doesn't understand either but you should be able to remember in a few weeks or days even,” Adrian said with a smile on his face, planting a kiss on my cheeks. A smile appeared on my lips as I felt butterflies fluttering in my tummy. I can't remember the last time I was kissed by him while I was being me. He led me down the stairs where Candice was standing with Drake next to her, a bright smile on her face. “You look so much like Claire with your black hair,” Candice said, stretching out her hands to touch my hair and I slapped it away with a joking frown. “Of course I'm Claire. I don
Tension filled the air as I stared straight at Claire, who in return, stared right back at me.My heart raced with so many mixed feelings as we both stood there, opposite each other."Adrian." Her words finally broke the silence, her voice still sounding like music to my ears. "Is that you, Adrian?""Claire!" I said silently, with a heavy heart. "It's me," I responded as I walked closer to her.I placed my hand on her face, feeling the warmth on my skin as I stared at her face."I've missed you." She responded, reciprocating by brushing her cheek over my palm."It's you, isn't it?" "Yeah, it is me." Though I could see her standing before me, I couldn't believe that it was the Claire I knew.Everything felt so unreal being close to her as her memories had returned.I watch as Claire fidgets with the hem of her shirt, her eyes searching mine for answers she can't quite articulate."I still can't believe it's you." I finally spoke up, my voice soft yet laced with a hint of disbelief. "