Nuru's POV That evening, as I walked through the palace corridors, I unexpectedly ran into my step-sister, Selina. She was the first sighting of my step-siblings. "Selina," I said, trying to keep my voice steady, "I hope you have been well. I've returned to be with father during his illness." She glanced at me with a distant expression and replied."Why did you even bother coming back, Nuru?" I couldn't hold back my frustration, and I retorted, "I came back because he is my family, and I want to be here for my father during this difficult time." But Selina's response was cryptic and chilling. "He is going to die either way. If you value your life, maybe you should reconsider your decision and go back where you came from." I was taken aback by her ominous words and couldn't help but feel

