The Blood Queen Who Walked Away
We had grown within the same political circles, and even when I rejected our alliance, he never allowed humiliation to reach me.
I had once abandoned him for another future, believing passion more powerful than stability.
He had remained where I left him, not in resentment but in patience.
My parents stood among the honored guests, their expressions softened by pride instead of worry.
They were my origin and my strength.
In that moment I understood that choosing happiness was not betrayal.
I extended my hand to Gabriel.
“Vivienne, don’t do this!”
The doors at the far end of the hall burst open.
Ethan entered, pale and unsteady, his eyes fixed on the dais.
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