Former King Anton took a seat, his shoulders heavy with the weight of his past as he began to speak, his voice tinged with regret and sorrow. “I believe that this is all my fault,” he started, the room falling silent in anticipation of his story. “It all began when I was young. I was attending an event with my father when I met a beautiful girl. There were many beautiful girls around, but what attracted me to her was her kindness. She was genuine, authentic, not trying to impress anyone or capture my attention. From the moment I met her, there was an intense attraction between us, like a flame. I prayed to the Moon Goddess that she would be my mate.”
He paused, his eyes distant as he recalled the memories. “Despite our resistance, we fell in love with each other. We were both convinced th
