The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart

The banquet was in full swing when the queen made her grand entrance under the watchful eyes of the gathered crowd.

In an instant, the atmosphere electrified.

The queen was beloved in Craneville, and her presence only added to the fervor of the evening.

With a simple raise of her hand, the room fell into a respectful hush.

"I'm deeply grateful for your presence tonight," the queen began with a smile. "It's my pleasure to announce something very important on this occasion."

She gestured towards Brittany and Eltham. "Bri, Eltham, come here, will you?"

Brittany's nerves were on edge, her glance towards Eltham carried a silent plea for support.

Was the queen about to publicly announce their engagement?

Eltham, ever composed, offered his hand. "Let's go up together."

With a reluctant bite of her lip, Brittany linked her arm with his, stepping forward amidst barely concealed jealousy from Piper.

we'll celebrate the engagement of Eltham and Miss Brittany. You're all invited to join

sent waves of excitement

the royal family, Miss Lynette will

one's career to serve the crown. But Brittany was being given a chance to continue her work, a privilege publicly declared by the queen herself. Piper's discomfort was palpable, her face a temporary mask

few words, the queen had settled the matter of the

now the center of attention, received

managing to escape the crowd, Brittany excused herself, claiming to

of the

"Alright."

leave,

spacious and well-appointed. She kicked off her heels, the carpet soft under her feet. Her dress felt like a heavy burden, making it hard

torture for hours,

the bed, her ankle throbbing painfully.

it wasn't Eltham

ankle, concern flashing in

was taken aback. "How did you

heard the queen's