He trailed kisses down my neck, his hands caressing my breasts, eliciting soft moans from me. 
I arched my back, pressing my body against his, wanting to feel every inch of him against me. 
He moved down, his lips and tongue leaving a trail of fire as he made his way to my breasts.
He took one of my nipples into his mouth, sucking and nibbling on it, while his hand massaged the other one. 
I moaned louder, my hands tangled in his hair, urging him on.

***********
Adeline slowly opened her eyes, her heart filled with a mix of exhaustion and anticipation. It had been two long days since she had given birth to her precious child, and now she was finally awake, ready to embrace the new chapter of her life. However, what awaited her was far from the blissful scene she had imagined.
To her dismay, Adeline found herself in the midst of a heated argument between Cecelia and Alexander, her mind struggling to comprehend the sudden tension that hung in the air. Confusion clouded her thoughts as she tried to piece together the fragments of her memory, desperately searching for answers. It was as if her mind had momentarily betrayed her, leaving her vulnerable and disoriented.
Just as quickly as her memory had slipped away, it came rushing back like a tidal wave crashing against the shore. Adeline's worst fears resurfaced, threatening to engulf her in a sea of despair. She discovered that Cecelia had cunningly maneuvered her way back into the castle, shattering the fragile peace that Adeline had fought so hard to establish.
The realization hit her like a punch to the gut. How could Cecelia, who had caused so much pain and turmoil in the past, be allowed to infiltrate their lives once again? Adeline's heart ached with a mixture of anger and betrayal, her mind racing to find a way to protect her child and herself from the clutches of this manipulative woman.
As Adeline absorbed the gravity of the situation, a fire ignited within her. Determination surged through her veins, fueling her resolve to reclaim the peace and happiness that had been stolen from her. She knew that she couldn't let Cecelia's presence in the castle dictate the course of her life any longer.



Born to be His Queen

Epilogue: A Kingdom's Legacy

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**Adeline's Perspective**
Alexander appeared deep in thought, his expression distant, before he abruptly turned and strode out of the room. His sudden departure left me startled, but I quickly gathered myself and followed him outside.
“Where are you going, my lord?”
“I must convene the council aga...

**Adeline's Perspective**

Alexander appeared deep in thought, his expression distant, before he abruptly turned and strode out of the room. His sudden departure left me startled, but I quickly gathered myself and followed him outside.

“Where are you going, my lord?”
“I must convene the council aga...

Alexander Assembles his Council

Adeline Wakes Up

Adeline's baby Andrew is Introduced to the Court

Adeline looks for Nyx

Adeline Travels to Speak to Vivian

Adeline Learns the Truth

Adeline and Alexander's Argument

Alexander's Unsettling News

Adeline's Tea Gathering

Alexander's Magnificent Plan

Alexander's Plan is Set in Motion

Alexander's Surprise

Adeline's Unexpected Visitor

Alexander is Attacked

Adeline takes Control

Alexander Resumes as King

Nyx Returns

Adeline's Sparing Session with Nyx

Adeline Is Attacked Twice in One Evening

Adeline Recalls Her Attack

Nyx Departs Once Again

Adeline's Brother writes a  Letter

King George's Revelation

Nyx's Story

Announcing Peace

Eighteen Years of Peace

Andrew Meets Nathan

Andrew Takes Nathan to the Academy

Andrew Plans the Royal Gala

Trouble at the Royal Gala

Interrupted Moments

Locked in the Observatory

Secrets and Scandals

Andrew Departs for Lady Isabel's Estate

Royal Business of the Heart

Return to the Castle

A Day at the Academy

Charlotte's Concerns

Afternoon Tea with the Noble Woman

Making the Engagement Announcement

The Parade

The Engagement Ball

The Duel

The King's Decision

Whispers Beneath the Moonlight

Caught in a Scandalous Web

A Courtly Wedding

A Sweet Wedding Night

Cecelia's Return to the Castle

Fragments of Trust

Shattered Crowns: Mourning and Justice

Planning the King's Funeral

The King's Funeral

The Second Assassination Attempt

Capturing Two Murderers

Cecelia and Matthew's Sentencing

Cecelia and Matthew's Execution

Nathan's Departure

The Day Before the Crowning of a King

The Crowning of a King