124 - Escape Planning

“Hilbert. Raise your head,” I pleaded once more. He continued to ignore my words and stuck to his prostrate pose. Did he think I was comfortable watching him?

“Don't embarrass yourself in front of your son,” I said, looking away. “I've already forgiven you. So, raise your head now. So do you, Amelia. Raise your face. A Queen should not bow down in front of a commoner like me.”

“Commoners? Then I'm a commoner too!” snapped Amelia. Her tone was unhappy to hear me insulting my dignity.

Her rise was full of resentment. For now, I'll ignore her. When Hilbert took my hand, it was the first time I had ever hated being touched by someone.

“How is your body?” he asked. His breathing was heavy as if he was supporting the entire weight of the universe.

Hilbert had become such a different person. Or I could say, this was his true nature. He was back to being the Alpha he used to be when we were still dating.

But seeing him back like this, a sense of comfort filled my heart. Why? Of course.

'Becau