Jessica Robinson
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So, I didn't ruin every chance to have Elias. And Alexander won't hate our daughter. From what I've seen so far, he already loves her. ?I hope she'll sleep for an hour or at least half,? he whispers. ?I will be back soon, I promise.? He pecks my head and leaves the bed. I cuddle the baby and wonder how much to wait before following him. Also, I shouldn't bring the little ball with me. She's sleeping, clueless. Can I leave her on the bed? As I reach the door, I notice it hasn't been closed…-
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In the end, it is a daughter. This is not Elias. Nor a baby they exchanged him with. These eyes are so black that they can't be from a random family. And I can feel something linking me to my daughter. They weren't lying. It's me that failed. ?You're not him,? I realise while tears start flowing from my cheeks. ?You poor little girl, don't worry. I'm here for you...? I stretch my arms and pick up the little ball. It's light, but my muscles twitch to pain. I'm so tired, but I have to carry my…
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When I open my eyes, hours have passed. A new day has come, and the sun is high in the sky, filtered by the heavy curtains. I know it's late because of the clock on the wall, and I know it's morning thanks to the light. I've been asleep for so long! I'm exhausted, so it's not that surprising. I think I've broken my record of sixteen hours without waking up. I'll have to tell Alexander when he comes back. Giving birth to children is more tiring than killing assassins. By the way, where is my…
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It's been so long that I've lost track of time. The only thing I know is that the sun has set, as the maids have lit the candles. Duchess Prim was forced to leave, and the maids from Kyre were tossed out without any care. They're waiting outside, and only Kate is with me. She follows the midwife's instructions and keeps an eye on the situation. ?It's almost time, your highness,? the woman says. How does she know about the new title? Was she in the throne room at that time? She called me…
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The last few days, my backache hasn't stopped for a minute. I can't even sleep like this: there isn't a comfortable position. On top of that, I have to be present at court today. Ah, I should have run away when I had the chance. I am in no condition to fight back any attack. I hope to pass unnoticed at least today. The day is hot. For the first time in my life, I do not like warm weather. I'm sweating on every single inch of skin, and my hair is annoying no matter how I move it. The throne hall…
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The debut has just ended, and I'm preparing to leave. The party will continue without me since I'm tired and in need of rest. The Princess seems eager to retire as well, which means that it's not boring only to me. Once seen the girls and pretending to have assessed them, I don't have any other use, here. The interesting part is over, so I collect my things to signal that I'm departing. I will follow the Princess's suggestion and propose all four of the girls as candidates to his majesty. And…
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The Dowager Empress is looking for any way to embarrass me. Again. She just told me that I'm having too much fun for a woman whose husband is on the front. And she's waiting for a reply that she expects to be flawed. My answer comes without delay. ?I can't say I am not worried, your majesty. But I believe in Alexander's... in my husband's capabilities.? I use his name, pretending it to be a slip of tongue, to show her how close we actually are. ?I will be at ease when he comes back to me,…
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There is much work to do to transform a teenager into a real Emperor. The foundation is strong, and he's learning every day at a commendable speed. But some things are hard for an advisor to pinpoint. Only someone that was once a ruler can recognise the early phases of rulership. One doesn't just acknowledge they have what it takes to wear a crown. Unless they're crazy, that is. At first, one doubts their own capabilities and talents. Until, one day, they turn back and see how a country worked for…
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I'm standing in front of Caroline Grahm. She looks at me with a surprised expression, but she doesn't dare to comment on the fact that I approached her. Her blonde hair is a few shades darker than her sister's. Her eyes have the same shape, but her lips are thinner and more delicate. Overall, she's prettier than Elisabeth. Samuel Grahm, on her side, is rather dashing. I didn't think much of him, but he's not bad at all. He's tall, not like my Duke but almost. His eyes are grey, perfectly enhanced by…
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The Princess observes my face with wide eyes. She's surprised that I offered to support Caroline Grahm. After all, she's on the other side. She's not a friend. ?Why?? the Princess inquires. ?Because she needs to think that we're on the same side. And the rest of the court has to witness our close relationship.? Even though I didn't know her name before this evening. ?Will we greet the others as well?? ?What do you think?? I ask. I don't need to make every decision, for goodness. Also, her…
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