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ALIYA'S POV. After I had left, I sat on the edge of my bed, my mind racing. The encounter with queen Mellisa had shaken me to my core. I couldn't deny the pull I felt towards Jayden, the deep connection that seemed to transcend everything else. But I was with Evan now, and according to her, I had to “respect that commitment.” When Evan returned later that evening, I could tell something was off. He seemed more agitated than usual, his eyes darting around the room as if searching for something. "What's wrong?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady. "Nothing," he replied curtly, but I could see the tension in his jaw. "Evan, please. I can tell something's bothering you. Talk to me," I urged. He sighed, running a hand through his hair. "It's just... this whole situation. The king's ul