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.

queen continued. "Next month, we'll celebrate the engagement of Eltham and Miss Brittany. You're

of excitement through

marrying into the royal family, Miss Lynette will continue her career,

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

few words, the queen

attention, received

crowd, Brittany excused herself, claiming to feel unwell, and headed

door of the

"Alright."

watching Eltham leave, Brittany entered

kicked off her heels, the carpet soft under her feet. Her dress felt like a heavy burden, making it hard to

four inches, had been torture

which might give her detractors more ammunition. So, she sat on the edge of the bed, her ankle throbbing painfully. Eventually, there was a knock

Eltham at

noticed her injured ankle, concern flashing in his eyes.

was taken aback. "How did

heard the queen's