Chapter 23

As soon as I heard the knock outside the room, I knew it was Daddy. So, I immediately splashed some cool water on my face, the droplets cascading on my cheeks, when I checked myself in the mirror. Then, I used the towel there and wiped my face.

With a heavy sigh, I leaned against the bathroom counter, before getting out to face my father. I couldn’t let him notice that there was something wrong with me. Therefore, I had to compose myself first. Gathering my resolve, I straightened my posture and wiped away the traces of vulnerability from my face.

I stood before the door, my hand resting on the cool metal handle. Behind that door stood my father, King Xavier, who would probably check on me before going to his own room.

I took a deep breath before mustering the strength to turn the handle, opening the door to face the outside world. As I looked into my father's eyes, I knew that I couldn't let him see the pain that lingered within me. I couldn't burde

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