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

the first time in my life…”

A tear slid down his cheek.

“…I know exactly who I am.”

The room became unbearably still.

And for one beautiful moment, it felt as though the story had finally reached its end.

Then Marco’s phone rang.

He answered.

Listened.

And went pale.

“What is it?”

Marco slowly lowered the phone.

His expression was stunned.

Disbelieving.

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