Chapter 201

Crystal Gavin hugged Alex with care and love, her embrace warm and gentle.

Alex knew from the moment he met Crystal that something in his heart had already been drawn to her, a connection that had only grown stronger with time.

As Alex opened his eyes, to his shock, he saw Sophia walking toward him as well.

Her steps were firm, her gaze steady and unyielding.

“As I know, the king can have more than one wife,” Sophia said, her voice calm but resolute.

“Let me accompany you on your journey.”

Alex suddenly laughed, the sound echoing softly in the grand hall.

He was reminded of his father’s words, spoken months ago. "If you enter the Academy, you will find a way to break your curse."

Now, standing at the edge of what felt like the end, two women stood before him, offering their everything.

It wasn’t such a bad way to face death.

“All right,” Alex said. “Thank you both for being willing to walk this journey with me. For now, please return. Tomorrow, Christopher will tell you what to do.”

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