CROWN OF BETRAYAL

Days passed. The villain found himself drawn to Lily, enchanted by her mystery and strength.

At a royal gathering, he approached her, wine in hand. "You're different," he said, circling her. "Bold. Brave. Beautiful."

Lily gave a soft smile. "And yet, still unmarried."

He laughed. "So are you. What say you, Queen? Shall we fix that?"

Lily paused. Her heart whispered one name — the King. But her mission screamed louder. She nodded.

"Yes. Let's fix that."