Her Devious King

Inevitable Truth

Elias's fingers twitched. She left him high and dry. He could sense the questions she would never utter. Not because she couldn't, but because she was subconsciously teasing him.

He wanted to know. He needed to know. Exactly what did she plan to say? Was it just as he had predicted.

Before Elias could speak, Adeline glanced upon the crowd.

"I think it's time for us to return to reality, Eli."

Elias stared at her with great astonishment. Eli…?

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"I don't think Adeline is the Golden Rose," Weston quietly said to his younger brother.

They were near the foot of the staircase leading to the platform. From where they stood, they could see the dashing couple begin to walk away from the dance floor.

The King gave a magnificent performance. None could compare. He h