THIRD PERSON POV Determined to uncover the truth, Amelia sought out Killian, the one person she trusted to help her navigate the web of secrets surrounding her family. With his jet-black hair and piercing silver eyes, Killian exuded quiet confidence, but there was a fire in his gaze that hinted at a deep resolve. They met in the palace gardens, where the first rays of dawn painted the flowers in shades of gold and pink. Amelia had barely slept, her mind racing with the revelations from the Queen. “Killian,” she said as she approached him, her voice laced with urgency, “I need your help. There’s more to my mother’s story, and I have to know everything.” Killian tilted his head, his expression curious yet cautious. “You’ve uncovered something, haven’t you?” She nodded. “Queen Althea

