Chapter 34: Shadows of the Past
Rumors swirled through the capital like a maelstrom, whispers of Lily and her children's fate spreading far and wide. But few knew the truth: Lily wasn't the only survivor of the fire that ravaged her family's estate.
Her mother, Lady Elizabeth, and twin brother, Leslie, had been taken captive, sold into slavery, and forced to conceal their identities. Disfigured and worn down, they toiled in obscurity, their noble lineage a distant memory.
As the news of Lily's possible survival reached them, they exchanged wary glances. Could it be true? Was their daughter and sister alive?
Leslie's eyes narrowed, his jaw clenched. He had to find a way to protect Lily and her children, no matter the cost.
But for now, they remained hidden, their secrets safe.
Meanwhile, in the capital, Andrew's grip on reality faltered. Haunted by visions of his children, he became convinced that they held the key to his redemption.
With a heavy heart, he abandoned his throne, leaving behind a stunned court.
"I must find them," he declared, his eyes wild with determination. "I must make things right."
As the king vanished into the unknown, the nobles watched in awe, unsure what the future held.
And in the shadows, Lady Elizabeth and Leslie waited, their hearts aching with hope and fear, as the fate of their family hung precariously in the balance.
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forgotten maiden
Historical FictionIn a world where politics and passion collide, Lily finds herself entangled in a deadly game of love, hate, and revenge.As a powerful politician's daughter, Lily's life is already complicated. But when she falls for her family's sworn enemy, the sta...
