Four months later, the Crestwood Royal Manor was enveloped in a peaceful, warm spring air. The heavy snows of winter had melted away, replaced by blooming green meadows, singing birds, and bright blue skies.I sat in a cozy velvet rocking chair on the private balcony of our master suite, looking out over the unified city below. My pregnancy was in its final days, my bump large and heavy, making every movement a slow, deliberate effort.The wooden door opened, and Julian walked out onto the balcony carrying a tray of fresh iced tea and warm cinnamon pastries. He wore comfortable gray trousers and a white shirt, looking completely relaxed and handsomely refreshed."How is my Queen feeling today?" Julian asked, setting the tray down on the small table before kneeling beside my chair. He gently placed his warm palm against my round stomach, his grey eyes instantly softening as our baby gave a powerful kick against his hand."She is very active today," I said with a faint laugh, leaning ba
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