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Chapter 13: The Ransacked House and the Necklace's Secret
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2026-10-25 08:21:52
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The Lost Queen’s Necklace Chapter 22: The Witch, the Prophecy, and the Flames
I stared down at the elderly woman with a furrowed brow, desperately trying to mask the nervous tension tightening in my chest."You must be confusing me with someone else..." I argued, taking a step backward.The woman shook her head firmly, her eyes locked directly onto mine."No, I am not confusing you. I dreamed of you! Besides... I noticed the Queen wouldn't stop staring at you as she passed by. She certainly recognized you from somewhere. Just who are you, anyway?"A cold shiver raced down my spine. I was starting to feel genuinely unnerved by the chilling accuracy of her words."I'm just from a nearby village, I already told you that... and I have no idea who the Queen is," I lied, quickly averting my gaze.The woman offered a cryptic, almost melancholy smile, turning her face back toward the procession as it inched slowly toward the scaffold."The woman being executed today is our sovereign, the Queen of the people. I always tell everyone she is the true Queen of Goodn
The Lost Queen’s Necklace Chapter 21: The Loop and the Woman of the Dreams
The sensation of freefall suddenly ceased, and the cold, bright white light dissipated, giving way to the damp air of the medieval cave and the distant murmur of the crowd gathering in the square.Still inside the safety of the cavern entrance, I pulled Emma close and we held each other tightly for a few seconds, breathing in the immense relief of having landed safely far away from the dangers of the present."We made it... we're back," I murmured, gently releasing her.We quickly organized ourselves and stepped out onto the edge of the central square, blending smoothly into the throngs of villagers crowding the dirt streets. I looked around, taking in the familiar faces, the flickering torches, the wooden stalls, and the heavy, tense atmosphere of judgment hanging in the air."Have you noticed this, Emma?" I whispered under my breath so only she could hear. "Everything is exact. The people are in the exact same spots, the same environment... It's the same endless loop."Emma loo
The Lost Queen’s Necklace Chapter 20: Loyalty and the Return to the Past
The breath seemed to leave our lungs entirely. The three of us stood frozen in absolute shock, staring at George as if the ground beneath our feet had suddenly cracked open."George... are you completely sure of what you're saying?!" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper as I tried to process the sheer weight of that revelation. "Your own uncle?!"George swallowed hard, tears giving a painful shimmer to his eyes."I am... Before you guys got up to the room, he came in. He slipped in dressed in regular clothes, walked right up to my bed, and told me everything. He admitted with his own mouth that he was the one who fired the shot... and warned me not to tell a single soul, because no one on the police force would ever believe a kid's word against a respected adult."Amelia stepped forward and wrapped her boyfriend in a tight, protective embrace."We believe you, George," she said with quiet firmness, rubbing his back. "We believe you."I stepped closer and placed my hand gent
The Lost Queen’s Necklace Chapter 19: Hospital Revelations and the Hidden Truth
The three of us sprang to our feet, hearts pounding against our ribs as our eyes remained glued to the doctor's calm expression."Young George is out of danger," the doctor announced smoothly, adjusting his clipboard. "The gunshot wound was deep, but thankfully it missed any major arteries. He will need to remain under observation overnight to ensure no infections set in, but if all goes well, he should be cleared for discharge tomorrow morning."A collective sigh of relief echoed through the cold hospital corridor."Doctor, would it be possible for us to drop by his room quickly before we leave?" I asked, anxious to see my friend with my own eyes."Yes, but keep it brief. He needs to rest," the doctor nodded, pointing out the room number at the far end of the hall.We walked briskly down the hallway and pushed the door open to find George lying in bed, his leg heavily bandaged and an IV line running into his arm. He managed a faint smile when he saw us step inside."So, guys...
The Lost Queen’s Necklace Chapter 18: Bloodstains and Promises
The minutes leading up to the ambulance's arrival felt like an agonizing, suffocating eternity. The living room floor was stained an alarming, deep shade of crimson.Amelia, her eyes red from crying yet driven by a desperate surge of adrenaline, tore one of the table runners into strips and pressed it with all her might against George's upper thigh to try and stem the heavy bleeding."Hold on tight, babe! Breathe... please, just breathe!" she begged, her hands shaking completely out of control.Meanwhile, Emma and I were racing around the house. I kept watch through the cracks in the living room curtains, scanning the road for any sign of suspicious movement, while Emma rushed to grab compresses, pillows, and clean cloths to help wherever she could. My heart was hammering so violently against my ribcage it felt like it might burst.Suddenly, the muffled roar of a powerful engine cut through the silence outside."Stop! Get down on the floor!" I whispered in sheer panic.I cautiou
The Lost Queen’s Necklace Chapter 17: The Attack and Blood on the Floor
The following morning, the first rays of sunlight broke timidly through the heavy clouds left behind by the previous day's storm. I woke up slowly, and as I opened my eyes, I saw Emma sitting on the edge of the bed, focused on her phone. Eager to shake off the lingering tension from the night before, I leaned over to tease her, pulling a funny face and cracking a silly joke.A genuine smile broke across her lips, making me let out a quiet sigh of relief. She no longer looked like the terrified girl from last night; the lingering fear had melted away into the lightness of the moment.We got up from the bed, tidying up the room together with lighthearted laughs and playful banter. When we walked into the kitchen, we were greeted by the comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee and hot toast. Amelia and George were already there, fixing breakfast for everyone with a contagious, cheerful mood. Sitting down at the table with them made me forget—if only for a few moments—the heavy weight
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