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.

you might have guessed," the queen continued. "Next month, we'll celebrate the engagement of Eltham and

of excitement through the

the royal family, Miss Lynette will continue her career, aside

crown. But Brittany was being given a chance to continue her work, a privilege publicly declared by the

a few words, the queen had settled the matter of the

and Eltham, now the center of attention,

to escape the crowd, Brittany excused herself,

escorted her to the door of the lounge.

"Alright."

leave, Brittany entered the

was spacious and well-appointed. She kicked off her heels, the carpet soft under her feet. Her dress felt

been torture for hours, leaving her feet blistered

bed, her ankle throbbing painfully. Eventually, there was a knock at the door. Assuming it was Eltham, Brittany put her shoes back on and straightened

Eltham at

concern flashing in

"How

he heard the queen's