Chapter 20
After gently laying Julian down on the bed, Zara walked over to the mirror, her eyes locking onto her reflection. A soft, serene smile spread across her face as she gazed at herself, her hands instinctively rising to cradle her heart. The gentle gesture was a testament to the deep-seated emotions stirring within her.
As she stood there, lost in thought, Zara couldn't shake off the feeling that she was being treated like royalty. The sensation was almost surreal, given the hardships she had endured in the past. After her mother's passing, Zara's life had taken a drastic turn. Her stepmother had made her life a living hell, and her father's hatred had cut deep. The pain and suffering she had endured had left her feeling broken and unlovable.
But then, Heath came to to the scene
