**Reika/Zara**
Stephan’s stare made my body feel like it was engulfed in flames.
I looked away to hide the blush that stained my cheeks and approached him.
The gown felt moulded to my skin, following every move I made.
My fingers grazed the jewels that adorned my neck, a knot sprang in my stomach as I recalled a time when I was clothed in nothing but the finest jewels every time.
A period that made me feel like I was untouchable. Unhurt. Unbothered by anything.
Until Kaid came and I made him the center of my world. I took off my jewels and took up the responsibility of leadership without holding the position and made it my entire purpose to please a man who never saw me.
I became invincible in my own kingdom.
I sniffed, blinked off the tears that blurred my sight and stepped close
