ScarlettThe first thing I noticed when I opened my eyes was the warmth of the sunlight touching my face.For a few seconds, I remained still, staring at the ceiling above me, my mind slowly waking up.Then memories from the previous night came rushing back.The presentation, the applause, the coronation announcement, the surprise engagement party, and Dominic.A smile slowly formed on my lips.I let out a small breath and buried my face into the soft pillow.Goddess...Yesterday had truly felt unreal.My body finally reminded me that I had barely rested.I yawned softly and stretched my arms above my head, feeling every bit of exhaustion from the previous day.It wasn't just physical tiredness. It was emotional.For so long, I had been carrying the weight of proving myself. Fighting battles alone.Trying to survive a world that constantly reminded me that I was not enough. But yesterday... Everything changed.I slowly sat up and looked toward my bedside table.The first thing my eyes
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