ALPHA'S REGRET, QUEEN'S REVENGE
?" I asked, barely raising my voice above a whisper. Thomas paused just a split second, but it was sufficient. The response was straightforward. "Enough of the sentimentality," Azure said, taking a step towards me. "It is up to you, Hailey, to decide. I'll save your kingdom if you join me. I'll burn it to dust if you don't, beginning with your priceless kids." His words weighed heavily on my chest, and my heart was pounding. I turned to face Ryan, who was now slowly standing up, but his eyes continued to burn brightly despite the difficulties. Logan's rage was evident, and he remained immobilised. "I will never join you," I answered, despite my deep-seated anxiety. Azure let out a sigh, as t