ROSE'S POV Akbar strides into the room from behind the wearied nurse. His presence is much as I remember—like a lion surveying his territory, confident in his domination over everything in his sight.

Even though he gave up his position, no one can still erase his influence. I was so happy to see him, but as much as I was happy, something kept reminding me that... He's lost something big because of me.

Even after everything that's happened, the sight of him still sends a ripple of ...