The baby was meant to change everything. Instead, it exposed a secret powerful enough to bring an empire to its knees overnight.

smile of a ruler.

A liberated smile.

For the very first time in his life.

“I don’t care.”

The room went silent.

Luca reached for my hand.

Held it firmly.

“I don’t care who my father was.”

His eyes remained fixed on mine.

“I don’t care about the empire.”

His voice trembled.

“I don’t care about the money.”

Then he glanced at my stomach.

And whispered:

“Because for continue reading …