Alicia's POV

To be honest, Sylvie’s words were very tempting.

Living in the royal palace, I wouldn’t have to worry about mylife being in danger.

Besides, Sylvie was so close to my mother that I believed she would keep her word—to treat me like her own daughter.

Yet somehow, I couldn’t help turning to glance at Axel.

Coincidentally, he was looking at me, his eyes filled with anticipation.

Honestly, when I ...