Chapter 40. Deranged Fanatic

“The King has birthed a son! This child you must see...”

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Many months have passed, yet I am unable to muster up the courage to visit Ameera and her baby until today. It is difficult to look upon the proof of my husband’s love for another woman, a reminder that he lay with her, hence, is not mine alone but hers also.

Standing at the door of the chamber, I watch as the best midwives in Perth move up and down the colorful room, servicing her needs and cleaning up. Such treatment is expected for the mother of the future King of Perth.

I swallow my envy, pushing it into the deepest parts of my stomach and taking a deep breath. I’m only doing this because it is necessary, as Queen. By taking the first step, I crush my emotions to the ground, leaving nothing but absolute zero sentiments. The weight of the golden crown sitting on my head reassures me of one thing. I am th