Hilda’s POV
I stood hidden in the shadows, watching them closely. My fists were so tightly clenched that my nails pressed harshly into my palms. The sound of Camilla’s laughter filled the air, light and cheerful, much like the ringing of bells. And there was Malakai. He was smiling, but it was not just a simple smirk or his usual charming grin. No, this time it was different—this smile felt real, warm, and genuine.
Seeing that made my stomach twist in anger.
Malakai was supposed to be mine. I had put so much effort into this. Every plan I made, every sacrifice I endured, it all led me to this moment. And yet, here he was, casually tossing it all away for a girl like Camilla, someone who didn’t even seem interested in him—at least, not in the way I wanted to believe. I turned away, my he
