*Lucas* The day of the big event arrives, and the buzz in the air is palpable. I step into the venue, taking in the dramatic decorations Helene insisted on.:: everything screams elegance, from the sparkling chandeliers to the carefully arranged centerpieces. I can’t deny that she is really good at this, a perfect, on paper girlfriend for a man like me. It looks amazing, but I feel an unsettling weight in my chest. Helene glides across the floor, her dress flowing behind her like a royal cape. She commands attention, and I can’t help but be drawn to her. But as I watch her interact with the guests, something about her demeanor strikes me. She acts like a queen, and not the kind type loved by her people, but ruling her kingdom with an iron fist. It’s impressive, sure, but it’s also a littl

