Fickle

Chapter 62

Abdullah begins to outline plans for their transition back to Daura, aware that the move must cater to the unique needs of each family member. Kulthum, though hesitant about uprooting her children again, realizes the importance of presenting a united front as a family while finding ways to merge her personal accomplishments with the royal duties awaiting her. They decide to approach this major step carefully, ensuring the transition is seamless for the twins while honoring Kulthum's professional legacy.

On a quiet evening in Minnesota. Abdullah and Kulthum sit in their living room, the fireplace casting a warm glow. The air in the room reflective, pragmatic, and hopeful.

"This isn't just about me, Kulthum. Returning to Daura as a family could mark a new chapter for us. But I don't want it to feel like an obligation-for you or the twins." Abdullah started.

"I've thought about it, Abdullah. It's daunting. The life I've built here...my work, the twins' friends. But Daura isn't foreign to me. I own a hospital there. Alia's been running it in my absence, but maybe it's time I return to what I started." she replied unsure of her feelings

"That hospital is your legacy, just as Daura is mine. They can coexist. If there's one thing I've learned, it's that I need your strength beside me. But are we truly ready for this?"

"It's not just about us, though. Hudayfah is finally opening up to you. Jenna is thriving in her own way. They'll need time to adjust."

"We'll adjust together. And I promise, I won't let my duties as the Crown Prince overshadow my duties as a husband and father." Abdullah said softly

"We'll take this step by step. Let's prepare the twins, reassure them. And...I'll need time to transition my work here while reclaiming my role back in Daura."

The next day, Abdullah and Kulthum sat with the twins to introduce the idea of moving. Jenna's enthusiasm contrasts sharply with Hudayfah's reservations, prompting Abdullah to promise Hudayfah that this move won't disrupt the stability they've worked so hard to build.

As they discuss their plans, the twins express their hopes and fears, revealing just how far their family bond has come. Abdullah assures them that Daura will not only be their new home but also a place where their family's strength will shine.

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The royal motorcade glided through the gates of the Daura palace, its grandeur stark against the backdrop of the bustling city. Abdullah, seated beside Kulthum and the twins, felt the weight of the moment. This wasn't just a return-it was a reclamation of everything he had once lost and now regained.

Jenna pressed her face to the window, wide-eyed at the sprawling palace gardens, while Hudayfah sat quietly, clutching a leather-bound journal Abdullah had gifted him before the journey.

The royal staff lined the courtyard, their heads bowed in reverence. Among them was Othman, his face lighting up as his brother stepped out of the vehicle. The embrace between the two brothers was heartfelt and unspoken, signaling not just personal reconciliation but the fortification of their family's legacy.

Inside the palace, Kulthum surveyed the familiar yet distant surroundings. Memories of her early years as the Crown Princess mixed with the bitter recollections of her departure. Abdullah, sensing her unease, placed a gentle hand on her back.

"It's not the same as it was, Kulthum. This time, it's yours just as much as mine."

Jenna, ever the adventurer, darted through the expansive hallways, her laughter echoing off the high ceilings. Hudayfah stayed close to Kulthum, his eyes scanning every corner, cautiously taking it all in.