NATALIA
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I wandered through the majestic hallways of the palace, my mind clouded with nothing but sad thoughts. The burden of my new responsibilities as the soon-to-be alpha princess was beginning to sink in, strangling the dreams I had once held dear.
The lingering remnants of yesterday’s conversation with Lady Soraya played on repeat in my mind, breaking my heart with each passing thought.
According to her, I would no longer be able to pursue my passion for cooking, and my dreams of becoming a renowned chef would no longer be possible. All my hopes and aspirations were slipping away, swallowed by the expectations that came with my newfound title. The reality of the situation stung, and no matter how hard I tried not to think about it, I couldn't help myself.
In an attempt to cle
