𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐬: 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭

"Fate weaves its own crown, but only the worthy can wear it."
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"Its exquisite feature was that it was worn and adorned only by Queen Bella Valentina Castellano, a significant token of her husband's undying love." Disbelief spread across my face, for the tale seemed too extraordinary to be true.

"How far can a person go beyond society for love?" The question echoed in my mind, curiosity escalating with every heartbeat, as this truth seemed strange and uncanny to believe.
"Only the Lord knows the sins he committed, hidden from the eyes of mankind, buried in the shadows."

The crown's sparkles emitted an eerie glow, a different ray of sin, as it rested delicately in a glass box, guarding its secrets. Only those who dared approach could sense the dark charm it truly held.
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"You were the vulnerable one chosen."

"I-I don't even know who you are."

"But I know who you are, what power you hold, and why you fled from me."

"I don't remember anything."

"I shall help you remember each sin we committed, the days we endured hell together, and the day we discovered our true bond. I might be cast as the villain of your story, but I am your savior, Bella."

The fire crept into every corner, the curtains ablaze, casting flickering light throughout the room. Blood dripped slowly down his bare chest, yet my hands refused to release the shattered glass bottle I had plunged into him.

"I shall always protect you, Bella."
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