All Chapters of Voluptuous Royalty: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

After the confrontation with Isabela and the pressure of the Duke and the king on the arranged marriage, I knew I needed to make a definitive decision. I could no longer postpone the moment to face the situation head-on and choose what was best for me and Giovanna.I met with Nicolau, my faithful commander and friend, to discuss the situation. He looked at me with a mixture of concern and support, hoping that I would find a solution to the dilemma in which we found ourselves.I feel divided, Nicolau - I started to say, weighing every word carefully. - On the one hand, I love Giovanna and I can't imagine my life without her. On the other hand, there is the pressure of royalty and arranged marriage.Nicolau listened carefully, knowing how difficult it was for me to face this internal conflict.I know it's a complicated decision, Prince Alexander - he answered seriously. - But what matters is what your heart says. If you love Giovanna, then you can't ignore her feelings.I sighed, feelin

I took a deep breath before continuing.I met someone here on the ship, mom, and we fell in love - I vented, feeling the tears accumulating in my eyes.Ah, my love, that's wonderful! - my mother replied, excited. - I'm glad you found someone special.But it's complicated, mom - I continued, fighting the tears. - He's Prince Alexander, and he's promised someone else. I don't know what to do.The silence extended for a few moments before my mother answered.Who our heart falls in love with is not always under our control, my love - she said calmly. - The important thing is that you love each other, and that's what really matters.I knew I could count on my mother's support, but still, her words calmed me down.But what if it causes him problems? - I asked, worried. - I don't want to be responsible for ruining his life.If the prince really loves you, he will also be willing to face the challenges - my mother replied. - True love is able to overcome any obstacle.Your words brought comfo

After a long day of real responsibilities, I finally find a moment to escape the obligations and find Giovanna. Under the starry sky on the ship's deck, the atmosphere is magical and the environment is perfect for a romantic evening.As I approach Giovanna, I see her smiling, and my heart is filled with joy. Your presence illuminates my world, and I feel as if nothing else matters but her. She is dazzling under the light of the stars, and it is impossible not to fall in love with her more and more.Giovanna: (smiles) You finally showed up, my prince.Alexandre: (laughs) I'm sorry for the delay, but I have some responsibilities as a prince that I can't avoid.Giovanna: (look at the stars) No need to apologize, I understand perfectly. The important thing is that we are together now.We sat side by side on a deck bench, watching the brightness of the stars in the night sky. The gentle breeze caresses our faces, and the sound of the waves breaking in the ship's hull creates a relaxing mel

Alexander: (sighing) Nicolau, I need your help. I'm facing a big fight inside me.Nicolau: (worried) What's going on, my friend?Alexandre: (frustrated) My family does not accept my love for Giovanna. They want me to marry the princess chosen by the king, but I can't give up on her.Nicolau: (calm) I understand what you're going through, Alexandre. This is a delicate situation.Alexander: (nervous) The king was furious when I mentioned that he loved Giovanna. He doesn't want me to follow this path.Nicholas: (pondering) I understand the king's concerns. An arranged marriage is traditional and political, but true love is also powerful.Alexandre: (confused) I don't know what to do, Nicolau. I am torn between my feelings for Giovanna and the responsibility to my family and kingdom.Nicolau: (undertaking) I understand your position, but you need to be faithful to what you feel in your heart. The happiness of our kingdom depends on an accomplished leader.Alexandre: (looking at the horizo

The Duke's pressure on me was relentless, like a dark shadow that insisted on haunting me. His looks of disdain and his sharp words hit me like daggers, hurting my already so overwhelmed heart. The humiliation he inflicted on me seemed like a punishment for the simple fact of loving Prince Alexander.In every meeting with the Duke, I needed to face his arrogance and hostility. He made a point of making it clear that my presence was not welcome and that I was not worthy of being next to his royal family. His contempt hit me like an open wound, but I refused to give in to his cruelty.Amid his threats and manipulations, I clung to the force I found in my love for Alexandre. It was this love that gave me the courage to face the Duke and all the adversities that arose in our way.With a heavy heart, I tried not to give in to the fear and insecurity that the Duke tried to instill in me. I knew he was willing to use any artifice to separate us, but I wouldn't let him destroy what we had bui