"The guilt and fear that the Crown prince felt clawed at his inside, tore apart his soul and shredded his heart to pieces He had lived his life in fear of his father but the fear that he was feeling now was different and much more frightening and heartbreaking.
He may have survived living with the father of his King but he knew he would not be able to survive if his fear regarding the First Princess came true. The Crown Prince knew that no matter what choice he makes now, he would end up losing the love of his life.
The love that the First Princess continued to shower him with, the way she understood him and always made sure to make him feel good simply added to the burden of guilt in his heart. He didn't deserve it.
He wasn't worthy of it.
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Firstly, I want to thank all the readers of this novel and to those who voted, sent me gifts, commented and have posted reviews. Your contribution in any way is my encouragement, you people motivate me to continue writing and the fact that you guys enjoy reading what I am writing makes me really happy.
Secondly, I am a little sick today so this chapter is goin to be a little shorter than the previous chapters. The weather is changing and I can feel a fever building up so.
I hope that this chapter will be as enjoyable for you as the previous ones and that you will like it. Soon, we will be starting with a new arc where you will see what Lu Zhi is actually capable of doing. Things may get a little bit darker.
*No spoilers!*
Shonali