Thank you so much, Patty_Marshall_8629 for the Golden Ticket! đź’›
Your support means the world to me, and it's what keeps this story going strong. I truly appreciate you being part of this journey with me!
As promised, your bonus chapter is finally here, enjoy!
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The knights straightened up the moment I appeared.
Some puffed out their chests, hoping to catch my attention. Others averted their gazes, visibly tense, afraid they'd be picked as the princess's next plaything.
But no matter what they thought behind those polished helms, when royalty arrives, you kneel.
"You may rise." I ordered, voice cool.
The whole line stood in perfect unison.
Drake's gaze was still fixed on me — steady, wounded, yearning. He must've been so confused when he woke alone in a cold bed, with only the ghost of last night lingering on his skin.
