Nuru’s POV
The news of my mother’s death was broadcasted through all the news stations; condolences were pouring in from different kings and dignitaries.
Anna had both called and texted me, but I had ignored all her attempts to reach out. I just wanted to be alone. My father was hell-bent on having the burial as quickly as possible, such that the whole palace was a jumble of activities in preparation. That also meant I was free of my father.
Emma and I didn’t see each other often, as other palace planners had enlisted her help.
I was still in denial and disbelief that my mother was truly gone. I expected to just walk into the hallways and run into her.
Damien, on the other hand, didn’t seem to leave me alone. Coming in the morning, bringing in my breakfast, and later coming in to pick
