C7 From Ruin To Queen

Author's POV

“No!!!” Lucien roared, collapsing to the floor and rolling in frustration like a child. “All my years of hard work…”

The door creaked open as Elara stepped in.

“What’s wrong? Is everything fine?” she asked.

Lucien didn’t respond. Bitterness and shock consumed his expression.

He struggled to his feet and staggered toward the door, but Elara blocked his path