*Tiara* As I stood outside the palace gates, my heart still raced with the excitement that left me breathless. Oh my God! I didn't know what was wrong with me, but whenever I was with X, it was as if the entire world ceased to exist. I forgot about the consequences, the boundaries of right and wrong. It was as though he held dominion over my senses and my mind, possessing me completely. I couldn't understand why this was happening, but one thing was certain – I had never felt happier in my life than when I was with him. The way he made me feel was indescribable like I was floating on a cloud of pure bliss. However, reality was swiftly reasserting itself as I reluctantly made my way back to the palace. I knew I had to think of a quick excuse for my absence during dinner preparation. As I