The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never by Gilbert Soysal

Chapter 2008

Realizing she couldnt sway Bryson, Hannah resignedly said, Alright, Ill see you then.

Ending the call, Hannah turned and noticed Peterson watching her, his expression unreadable.

Whats on your mind? she inquired.

Peterson offered a weak smile.

Being your friend must be something special.

What do you mean? Hannah asked, puzzled.

Ive always envied those around you, Peterson confessed, his voice deep and somber.

Ive never felt loved or valued, ever since I was young.

My birth wasnt exactly celebrated. In a swift motion, Hannah flicked Petersons forehead sharply Peterson jerked back, startled, and stared at her with wide eyes.

Dont speak so lowly of yourself! Hannah told him.

high value on bloodline, your very existence shows

changing deep-seated

your mothers love enough? When I saw you

by you and protected you when

Hold onto that support.

your mother may seem weak, she is still there

not alone

expression on Hannahs face, Peterson couldnt tell if she was truly innocent

felt a bit

only pretends to love me in front of

said those sad words, he still had a smile

Hannah and said, She hates my birth, which destroyed the relationship between her and

chose not to abort me that she married

put it bluntly, Im just a pawn in her quest

up on the

blinked and said, No, Im simply a pawn in her plan to marry into the Lyons

Hannah was taken aback.

resentment toward his mother and was reluctant to even mention her. Perhaps I could