Chapter 16

"I am pregnant; your mother is quite emotional." I heard my mother's soft laugh. Father just stayed by her side, watching us silently.

She's caressing our hair, which she always does when one of us has trouble sleeping.

"You need to listen to me, Zen, Lily." Zen and I nodded slowly.

"There is no stability in our world. We don't know what might happen in the future or in the next few days, especially when we are in a position that everyone can see. I just want you to be aware of everything you need to know early because your father, the king, and I won't be here forever." My forehead furrowed even more. what's this?

"Mommy!" Zen spoke loudly.

"Zen, listen to your mother," the father king said quickly.

"I don't like this. Why am I having this feeling that you're saying your damn goodbyes?" Zen said he was irritated, and I feel the same way.

"We're not saying goodbye. I'm just saying what I want you to know: it won't take long for you to feel t