~ Victoria’s POV

After making the swap, I put the bottle back in its place. I felt a thrill of satisfaction. Bella would take those pills, thinking she was getting better, while I would watch her fade away.

Finally, Bella took the pills. I watched from a distance as she swallowed them, blissfully unaware of my plan. As the hours passed, I could see the effects kicking in. She grew heavier, her eyes drooping.

“Perfect!” I thought, feeling pleased. The palace was finally quiet without her ...