They Bullied Her For Being Fatherless, Until They Found out She Was a Lost Princess!

PART 2:

 I like you already. So, you’re really that calm or you’re just pretending? I don’t know how to pretend. You’re different. Different how? You don’t try to impress anybody. I don’t have anything to prove. I wish I was like that. You can be if you want to. I really want to build my confidence just like you, ” Maya. ” Oh, look who decided to remember me today.

” You’re always too loud to forget. ” Hi. ” Can I sit? ” It’s a free country. ” You handled that question in class like you’ve been here before. ” I’ve seen similar ones. ” You didn’t even look nervous. I was ” didn’t show. ” H look at you two. What? Nothing. Oh, ” sorry. ” It’s fine. Can you see her? I see.

Why are they all around her? I don’t know. Maybe because she’s intelligent. Intelligent? How? Tiana, didn’t you see what happened in class? What the question? That question was not easy. And she solved it like it was nothing. Honestly, she’s very smart. She was looking like a mathematician up there. H she might be intelligent, but I’m richer. Of course you are.

” Of course, baby. You’re from a different level entirely. And let’s be honest, she doesn’t look like she belongs here. I don’t know, Jess. I just don’t feel like I belong here sometimes. Of course, baby. You’re from a different level entirely. ” She doesn’t. I’m up here and she’s down there. Very far down.

So after school today, are you going straight home again? Yes. You don’t like staying back at all? My mom prefers I don’t. She worries. Must be nice having someone like that. Zara, Tiana, you’re settling in quickly. I’m trying. I can see that. answering questions in class, making friends, getting comfortable. I came here to learn.

Is that all? Because from where I’m standing, it looks like more than that. If you have something to say, you can say it directly. All right, let me make it simple for you. This school has its own structure. It’s on balance and not everyone fits everywhere. Then maybe I’m not trying to fit. I noticed. But be careful.

 Standing out too much attracts attention and not all attention is good. I’m not looking for attention. Sometimes it finds you anyway. If that’s all, this isn’t all. I am only minding my business and my studies. Zara. Hm. I don’t know what’s going on, but I feel like Tiana has something against you. I’ve noticed, but I really don’t have time for that.

That’s the thing. I think you should have time for it. Why? Because I don’t want anything bad to happen to you. You see that girl? Yes. What about her? She’s not just popular, she’s influential. People listen to her. And Zara, she can be dangerous. Whatever it is, I can handle it. You’re not scared. Scared of what? Why should I be scared of someone who is just a student like me? Maybe you really don’t know her.

Why should I be scared of someone who is just a student like me? Sarah, everything is not just books. It’s not just study, study all the time. There are things happening around you, not even looking. Can we not do this? I came to school for a reason. And I don’t want to lose focus. Okay. I ” No problem.

 I’m just saying what’s on my mind. Oh. Um, Kaden asked me to say hello to you. Kaden? Yeah. I’ve been meaning to ask. Who is he to you? He’s my brother. He’s my brother. Your brother? Yes. Oh, I noticed he’s popular. Popular is not even the word. A lot of girls want him. I see. Hi, Zara. ” Hello, Kaden. Are you looking for your sister? ” No.

I’m here for you. Not for my sister. ” Okay. ” Can we talk? ” Talk about what? ” About you and I. ” What about us? I want us to be friends. I want to be your friend. ” Friends? I’m sorry. I’m not here to make friends. ” But I want to be your friend. ” I’m here to study. That’s my focus. ” But you’re already friends with my sister.

” She’s enough. ” Come on, Zara. I like you. ” I don’t understand what you mean. ” Nothing complicated. just friendship. We can study together, talk, help each other. I’ve seen you. You’re very intelligent. I just want to be close enough to learn from you. ” You don’t need to be my friend for that. Whenever you need help with your studies, you can come to me.

” It would be easier if we were friends. Why are you resisting it? A lot of girls would love to be my friend. ” I’m not a lot of girls. I’m Zara. H, ” you’re tough. No, I just have my rules. ” All right. Can we at least study whenever you’re free? ” Tiana, what is it? Guess who I just saw. Who? Kaden and Zara.

Where? In the school garden. Really? Yes. And the way I saw both of them. No way. It’s not funny at all. What were they doing? Talking, laughing, close. Too close. And that’s not good for you. What is wrong with this girl? What is wrong with her? I don’t even understand what is so special about her that everybody’s just running after her.

 Tiana, this is not the time to be asking questions. Kaden is your crush. You’ve liked him since you came into this school. And now some girl from nowhere is coming to take him away from you. Just picture this. you, Tiana, the biggest girl in this school, in a relationship with Kaden, the most popular guy in this school.

 Do you know what that means? Everyone will bow to you. Everyone will want to be your friend. Everyone will run after you with your status, your wealth, your influence. You’ll be untouchable. So tell me, are you going to sit here and watch what some low class girl take what belongs to you? You don’t understand how I feel right now. I hate that girl.

 I hate her with passion. Then do something about it. Go to Kaden. Tell him what you want. Tell him you want him. If he needs money, give it to him. If he needs attention, give it to him. Do whatever you have to do, but get him. I will. I’ll do it immediately. That’s what I’m talking about. ” Zara Tiana, what the hell is going on between you and Kaden? ” I don’t know what you’re talking about.

” What are you talking about? Don’t act like you don’t know. You know exactly what I’m talking about. What is going on between you and Kaden? ” Nothing is going on between me and Kaden. Really? Then let me make this very clear to you. Stay away from him. I don’t care what is going on between you and him, but you will stay away from him.

 I don’t want to see you with him. I don’t want to see you anywhere near him. Ever since you came to this school, everything has just been about you. Your intelligence, your confidence, like you’re better than everyone else. What exactly is your problem? Why can’t you just let me be? What do you want from me? What I want is simple.

 Stay away from Kaden or I promise you this school will become very uncomfortable for you. I’m ready for you. Like I said, there is nothing between me and Kaden. So, I don’t understand why you’re telling me to stay away from someone I’m not even close to. I’ve warned you and I won’t warn you again. Then do whatever you think you can do.

I’m not scared of you. You think because you have money you people should bow to you. I should bow to you. I don’t worship people and I will never worship you. Try me. Just try me. Let me see you with him again. Kaden is mine. Stay away from him. ” Tiana. ” Kaden. ” What is wrong with you? What exactly is your problem? ” Kaden, please. I didn’t mean to.

 I just know that because of her, you don’t even give me attention. So, I had to warn her. ” Warn her? What right do you have to tell someone to stay away from me? Am I your boyfriend? Do I even know you like that? Let me make this clear to you. Let today be the first and last time you will ever confront Zara because of me.

 I don’t want anything to do with you. ” Kaden, I’m sorry. I’m really sorry for everything I’ve done. I promise it won’t happen again. Please, if only you can do one thing for me. ” What? ” Go out with me. Just once. ” I told you. ” Please, just this once. If you do this for me, I promise you I will never bother you again. No more disturbance.

 No more drama. ” I told you. Please, just this once. If you do this for me, I promise you I will never bother you again. ” No more disturbance. No more drama. ” I swear. ” I’ll think about it. ” No, don’t think about it. Just say yes and everything ends here. ” Okay. When? ” Sunday. ” I’ll call you. ” Thank you. And everything ends here.

” Okay. When? ” Sunday. ” I’ll call you. ” Thank you. ” I really appreciate it. Can I get a hug? ” Why? ” Just a hug. ” A friendly one. ” Nothing more. ” Kaden. ” Hm. ” What is going on between you and Zara? What do you mean? ” Don’t act like you don’t know. I’ve been seeing you lately, trying to get close to her.

” I like her. ” You like who? ” Zara. ” Zara is my friend. Do you want to take my friend away from me? ” It’s not like that. I just like her. Kaden, I know you. You’re a Kasanova. Please leave my friend out of your long list of girls. ” Zara is different. I don’t know. There’s just something about her. ” You feel something for her? ” Yeah.

” You’ve never been serious about any girl. I don’t want you to create problems between me and Zara. ” What does that have to do with you? ” It has everything to do with me. She’s my friend. If you hurt her, she might turn against me. ” Why would she? You didn’t do anything to her. ” Just don’t hurt her.

 Please, Kaden, leave Zara alone. There are so many girls after you. Pick from them. Not my friend. ” Maya, you’re my sister. You’re supposed to help me. ” Help you? to talk to my friends. I don’t even want you near her. ” Maya, I really like her, but she’s stubborn. ” That’s Zara, and that’s why you should leave her alone.

” Come on, help me talk to her. ” That’s Zara, and that’s why you should leave her alone. ” Come on, help me talk to her. I might help you. ” Really? ” If you do something for me. ” What? ” You know, dad hasn’t given me my allowance yet. And I need money. ” Of course you do. ” I’m going broke and I need to go shopping.

” You’re unbelievable. ” So, ” fine. I’ll give you the money. ” Good. I’ll see what I can do, but I’m not promising anything. ” That’s enough for me. You’re still my favorite sister. ” I’m your only sister. ” Are you enjoying the meal? ” Yeah, it’s really nice. ” Good. ” So, would you like to do this again? ” I don’t mind.

So, does that mean we’re friends now? ” Yeah, we’re friends. ” But, ” but what? ” Tiana, I think it’s better we keep it at that. ” Kaden, please. ” Kaden, I don’t want us to be just friends. I want to be your girlfriend. ” Tiana, I’m sorry. I can’t be more than just a friend to you. Why is it because of Zara? ” Yes, I’m in love with Zara.

” You’re in love with her? ” Yes. ” So, you’re dating her now? ” No, she hasn’t even accepted me yet. She’s not easy. ” And what about me? What do you think of me? ” I don’t feel that way about you. ” Nothing. I’m sorry, ” Kaden. I love you. I really do. Look at me. I’m from a good home. I have everything.

 What do you see in that girl? ” That ” Zara, she doesn’t belong to your world. ” Don’t do that. This is not about money or status. This is about how I feel. And I feel something for her. ” Then feel something for me. Put me in your heart. ” I’m sorry. I can’t give you that. Let’s just be friends. ” No, I don’t want to be your friend.

 I don’t want to be in that category. I want to be your girlfriend. ” I can’t. I’m in love with Zara. ” Then you’ve left me with no choice. ” What do you mean? ” Nothing. ” No, I’m mind. You’ll understand, Tiana. So, how did dinner go yesterday? How was it with Kaden? It wasn’t good. Really? What happened? He rejected me.

What? He rejected you. Why? He said he’s in love with Zara. In love with Zara. That girl. That poor girl. He looked into my eyes and told me he doesn’t love me, that he loves her. Do you know how that felt? Tiana, being rejected like that, it was so embarrassing, so humiliating. Hey, don’t cry. You don’t cry over a man.

No, I have to cry over this one and allow Zara to take your man. The same man you’ve liked for so long. No, that’s that’s not you. You are bigger than that, stronger than that. You don’t lose. So tell me, are you going to give up? ” Tiana, listen. ” No, I’m not going to give up. ” That’s my girl. ” So listen carefully. That girl do.

” We need to deal with her. I won’t let her take him from me. Never. Good. Now, wipe your face. You’re too big for tears. Zara, Tiana, what the hell is going on between you and Kaden? What are you talking about? Nothing is going on. Don’t lie to me. I saw you two together. Zara, Tiana, what the hell is going on between you and Kaden? What are you talking about? Nothing is going on.

Don’t lie to me. I saw you two together. Then listen carefully. Stay away from him. Why are you talking to me like this? What exactly is your problem? Money, no status. No, you think you’re special because you’re intelligent. Then listen carefully. Stay away from him. Why are you talking to me like this? What exactly is your problem? What do you even have? Money? No. Status? No.

 You think you’re special because you’re intelligent? Why can’t you just let me be? I’ve done nothing to you. If you don’t stay away from Kaden, this school will be very uncomfortable for you. I’m not scared of you. And I’m not staying away from someone I’m not even close to. I am Zara. Try me. Let me see you with Kaden again. My eyes are on you.

Zara, do you like my brother? Your brother? Yes, Kaden. Do you like him? He’s okay. Why? Because he likes you a lot. Because my brother said he likes you. ” Uh, okay. ” Just Okay. Are you not going to say something ” like what? I expected you to say you like him back. ” Well, I just said I like him.

 No, Zara, you don’t understand what I mean. My brother is in love with you. Oh, that. I’m not here to fall in love. I’m here to study. Come on, Zara. Z, we’ll be leaving school soon. No, Zara, you don’t understand what I mean. My brother is in love with you. That I’m not here to fall in love. I’m here to study.

 Come on, Zara. You’re in SS3. We’ll be leaving school soon. You’re not old enough to have a boyfriend. Maya, can we talk about something else? No, there is nothing else to talk about except my brother. Just give him a chance. Maya, please. I’m not interested. I’m your friend and he’s my brother. I know what I’m saying.

 Wasn’t it you who said girls are always running after your brother? So you want me to join them? Start running after him, too? What if he chooses you? I don’t want to be chosen by anybody. I want to choose my own path. You’re too uptight. You should loosen up and enjoy life. Maya, that’s enough. ” Kaden. ” Maya, did you talk to her? Yes, I did.

” And what did she say? ” Zara is different. She said she’s not interested in any relationship. ” So that’s it. ” No, not exactly. She didn’t reject you because she hates you. She just wants to focus on her studies. ” That’s exactly what I like about her. She’s not like the others. ” Kaden, you’re serious about her? ” Yes, I really like her.

 Maya, this is not one of those things. ” You know how you are, Kaden. Girls come and go. ” Not Zara. Yes, I really like her. Maya, this is not one of those things. ” You know how you are, Kaden. Girls come and go. ” Not Zara. Not Zara. She’s different. ” She’s my friend, Kaden. ” And I’m your brother. Help me. I don’t want to ruin anything between me and her.

” You won’t. Just talk to her. Make her see me differently. ” I’ll see what I can do. ” Thank you. ” Zara, I hope you know what you’re doing. ” So, you actually came back. I thought you would hide at home after yesterday or maybe cry herself to sleep again. Are you done? Excuse me. I said, “Are you done?” “Oh, so you can talk now.

” Look at her. She suddenly has confidence. You’ve said everything you wanted to say. You’ve laughed. You’ve insulted me. Now, let me study. You think you’ve changed overnight? No. Then what is this attitude? I just stopped listening. Wow. So now you think you’re strong? No. I just refuse to be weak for you anymore.

You’re forgetting your place. No, I’m finally understanding it. And where exactly is your place? Not beneath you. Be careful, Zara. You should be careful, too. Oh, really? What are you going to do? Nothing. Nothing? Yes, because not everything needs noise to be dealt with. This girl is trying so hard.

 No, I’m done trying. This isn’t over. It never was. Let’s go. She’s not worth it. Remember this. This school will not be comfortable for you. ” We’ll see. Did you see that? She didn’t even shake. ” I’m done crying. ” Zara. ” Kaden, ” can we talk? ” We’re already talking. ” You know what I mean? ” Okay, talk. What do you want to say? ” You’re different.

” Am I? ” Yes, you are. Yesterday, after everything that happened, I expected you not to come back. ” But I did. ” Not just that, you came back stronger. Sometimes you don’t have a choice. ” You do. You could have stayed home. You could have avoided all of this. ” Running doesn’t change anything. ” Did what they said hurt you that much? ” It did.

But not because they said it. ” Then why? ” Because I don’t have an answer ” about your father. ” It’s one thing to be insulted. It’s another thing not to be able to defend yourself. You don’t have to explain yourself to anyone ” in this world. You do. ” Not to me. ” Why do you care so much? ” Because I see you.

 Not what they say about you, not what they think they know, but who you really are. ” You don’t know me, Kaden. ” Then let me. ” I’m not looking for that. ” I’m not asking for everything. Just don’t shut me out completely. ” I don’t want distractions. ” Then don’t see me as one. We can just talk, study, be around each other.

 I’ll take that. ” Don’t make me regret it. ” I won’t. You’re stronger than you think. ” So, this is what you’ve been doing, ” Tiana. Listen. ” No, don’t listen ME. DON’T EVEN TRY TO ACT like this is normal. I leave you for one moment, and this is what I come back to. You didn’t leave me. You came looking for trouble. Wow.

So now you’re bold enough to talk back. I’ve always been able to talk. You just preferred when I stayed quiet. ” Tiana, this is not necessary. ” Stay out of it, Kaden. ” You don’t even understand what you’re doing. ” I understand enough. ” Let me make something very clear to you. I warned you. You don’t own him.

Say that again. You don’t own him. You’re funny. A girl that doesn’t even know where she comes from is trying to stand in front of me. Don’t go there. Why not? Does it hurt? Or is it the truth that hurts you? ” Tiana, enough. ” No, it’s not enough. Do you even know what it feels like to want something and watch someone like you try to take it? I’m not taking anything from you. Oh, you are.

 That is mine. ” No, I’m not. ” So, that’s it. You’re choosing her. ” I’m choosing myself. ” Look at you standing there like you’ve won something. This is not a competition. Everything is a competition. And you are not on my level. Then why are you fighting me? Because you don’t know your place. No, I just don’t accept the place you’re trying to put me in.

 You think this is over? It never started for me. If I see you with him again, I will make this school unbearable for you. You’ve already tried. ” Zara, ” I’m fine. ” You don’t look fine. ” I don’t need to look fine. I just need to be. I’m not breaking again. Tiana, you’ve been quiet since we left. ” Do you know what hurts the most? ” What? Not that he rejected me.

But that he chose her, ” Tiana. No. I can handle rejection, but I will never accept being replaced. It’s just a phase. Kaden will come back to his s. It’s just a phase. Kaden will come back to his senses. You still don’t get it, do you? This is not about Kaden anymore. Then what is it about? It’s about her.

 Zara, what are you planning? She stood there, looked me in the eyes, ring, and she wasn’t scared. That’s what got to you. Yes, because everyone is supposed to be scared of me. Everyone. So, what do you want to do? Break her. Tiana, what do you mean? ” Not with words. words didn’t work. I want to hit her where it hurts the most. You already did that.

 No, I only scratched the surface. So, what’s the plan? ” I want to hit her where it hurts the most. You already did that. No, I only scratched the surface. So, what’s the plan? ” So, what’s the plan? She’s quiet, focused, always alone. That means she has something to protect. Like what? ” Her image, her pride, her little perfect girl reputation.

 You want to ruin her? Exactly. How? We give everyone something to talk about. Something they won’t forget. Like what? Whispered. That’s wicked. No, that’s necessary. If I can’t have peace, neither will she. You know, if someone walks in here right now, they won’t believe you’re the same Zara from school. Is that a compliment, or are you trying to say I look different? Both.

 At school, you always look serious, quiet, like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. But right now, you look like someone who deserves to rest. Maybe I do. Zara, talk to me. I don’t even know where to start. Start anywhere. I’m listening. It’s just everything is happening at the same time. Tiana. Tiana. The whole class. The way people look at me now.

It’s like one moment you’re just existing and the next moment you become a story everyone is talking about. That’s what happens when people don’t understand you. They create their own version of you and somehow their version becomes louder than the truth. But you know your truth, do I? Because when they said those things about my father, it didn’t just feel like an insult.

 It felt like something I couldn’t answer. Zara, I couldn’t defend myself. Not because I’m weak, but because I don’t know the truth. Did you talk to your mom? I did. And she said he left. That he didn’t want to be part of our lives. That must have hurt. It didn’t hurt the way you think. It didn’t hurt the way you think.

It hurt because it made everything they said feel possible. Zara, you are not what people say about you. I know. But sometimes knowing is not enough. You’re stronger than all of them. I’m just trying not to fall apart in front of them. Maya. Yes. Zara, my brother. You’re not going to stop, are you? Not anytime soon.

So tell me what exactly did he say to you? He said he likes me. Just likes you. He said he wants to get to know me. And you? I told him I’m not interested. Just like that. Yes. Zara, do you know how many girls would love to be in your position right now? I’m not those girls. So what are you afraid of? I’m not afraid.

 Then why are you holding back? because I don’t want to lose focus. Or or because you don’t want to get hurt. My life is already complicated. I don’t want to add emotions I’m not ready to deal with. But what if he’s not a problem? What if he’s peace? Peace is not something I trust easily. Then maybe it’s something you should learn to accept.

You always have something to say, don’t you? ” That’s why you came here. Maybe. Whatever happened, Zara, you’re not alone. I know if you ” Zara. ” Kaden, ” you’re leaving. ” Yes, I should go. ” Can I walk with you? ” You don’t have to. ” I know. I just don’t want you to leave like this. ” Like what? ” Like you’re carrying everything alone.

That hits her. ” I’m used to it. You shouldn’t be. ” Kaden, please don’t start this again. ” I’m just not ready to stop. ” Why? ” Because I see you. Even when you try to hide, even when you act like nothing touches you, I see how much you’re holding in. ” You don’t understand. ” Then help me understand.

” I I can’t. Do you know what it feels like to stand in front of people and not be able to defend yourself? Not because you’re guilty, but because you don’t even know the truth yourself. They looked at me like I was nothing. Like I didn’t belong. Like I didn’t even have a name. ” And the worst part is a part of me couldn’t even fight it because I don’t know my own story.

 Zara, you are not what they said. ” But you hesitated. ” I did. And I hate because in that moment you needed someone to stand with you and I didn’t. ” You’re here now ” and I’m not going anywhere. ” Kaden, I don’t know how to do this. ” You don’t have to know. We can figure it out together. ” What if I get it wrong? ” Then we get it wrong together.

” You make it sound easy. ” It’s not easy. is just worth it. ” We’ve been going back and forth about this and I’ve been saying no, not because I don’t feel anything wrong, but because I’m scared of what it means. ” You don’t have to be afraid of me. ” Okay. ” Okay. ” Let me try. No pressure, no expectations, just trying.

” That’s all I wanted. Zara is my girlfriend now. Everybody, she has agreed to be mine. YEAH. OKAY, THEN. ” Don’t make me regret it. ” I won’t. ” Good night, Kaden. ” Good night, Zara. ” Tiana, I just saw something. If it’s not important, Jessica, don’t start. It is important. Then say it properly. I saw Kaden with Zara.

” Where? ” Outside your house. Maya’s place. Doing what? Talking, but not like normal talking. Then how? Like they forgot the world existed. Forgot the world existed. So now she’s special. I’m just telling you what I saw. ” No. No. This is not happening like this. Did she touch him? What? Did she touch him? No.

 But did he touch her? No. Tienna, listen. Then what are you saying? I’m saying the way they were standing, the way they were looking at each other, it wasn’t nothing. The way they were looking at each other, after everything, after everything I did, she still said yes. Wow. So all my warnings meant nothing.

 Tiana, I told her to stay away. ” I told her clearly, clearly to stay away from him. She doesn’t listen to you. She will. She just doesn’t know it yet. Tiana, this is getting too serious. ” Too serious? Do you know how long I’ve wanted him? Do you know how many girls I ignore just because I knew one day it would be me and him? And now some girl from nowhere just walks in and suddenly she gets everything.

 It’s not everything. ” It is everything. ” It’s not just about him. It’s about what he represents. And what is that? ” Control, respect, power. And I don’t lose things like that. So, what are you going to do? I’m going to remind her. What do you mean? She’s starting to forget her level. So, I’ll bring her back down.

Tiana, don’t do anything you can’t fix. You’ve been avoiding looking at me. ” I’m not avoiding you. ” You’ve looked everywhere except me. ” We’re in school, Kaden. A look becomes a story. A conversation becomes a rumor. ” And what we have should be hidden because of that. ” I don’t even know what we have is yet.

” We’re figuring it out. ” That’s what scares me. ” Why? Because every time I start to understand something, something else comes and breaks it. ” You don’t have to move away from me. ” I’m not moving away from you. I’m protecting what this is. ” From people or from yourself? ” From both. ” Zara, look at me.

 When you said yes yesterday, did you mean it? ” I did. But I didn’t say yes because everything is perfect. I said yes because for the first time something felt real. ” It is real. ” Then don’t let it turn into something else. ” I won’t. ” You don’t understand how people like Tiana think. ” I understand enough. ” No, you don’t.

For her, this is not just about you. It’s about winning. ” Then let her think she’s in a competition. I’m not a prize. ” Say that again when she comes for you. One step at a time, Kaden. One step at a time. ” And please, ” h ” don’t let me stand alone again. ” I won’t. You look beautiful today. ” Thank you, Kaden.

” Zah. ” So, it’s true. ” Janna, ” don’t say my name like we’re friends. This is what you’ve been doing. After everything I said to you, I don’t answer to you. You don’t answer to me. So, you think you’re on my level now? I never said that. Then act like it. ” Tiana, enough. ” Enough. So now you’re defending her.

” I’m stopping you ” for her. So now you’re defending her. ” I’m stopping you ” for her ” for what’s right. ” Do you even hear yourself after everything? You standing with everyone and choose her. ” This is not about choosing. ” It is. It’s always been about choosing. And somehow you chose this.

 Watch your words. or what? ” Don’t bring that up. ” Why? Because it’s the truth or because you finally realize the kind of girl she is. ” Stop it. ” No, you stop it. You think she’s better than me? ” This is not a competition. ” Everything is a COMPETITION AND SHE’S NOT winning against me. ” I’m not competing with you.

You’re fighting alone. Say that again. You’re fighting alone. You think this is over? You think standing here holding your head up means you’ve won. This is just the beginning. You wanted him. Now, let’s see if you can keep him. Enjoy it while it lasts. ” Zara, ” I’m fine. ” You’re not. ” I said yes to this, so I’m standing in it.

You know, I never imagined this. ” Imagine what? ” You walking beside me like this. ” Honestly, me too. ” Are you happy? ” I’m overwhelmed. I still can’t believe we’re actually doing this. ” Doing what? ” This us? ” Yeah, we’re together. ” Yes, we are. Kaden, what have you done? ” I kissed my girl. ” You didn’t even ask.

” Would you have said yes? ” Maybe. Maybe. Kaden. ” H ” I think it’s time. ” Time for what? ” To find my father. ” You want to go looking for him? ” Yes. I’ve been running from that question for too long. I need to know who I am, where I come from. How do you plan to do it? ” I’ll talk to my mom.

 I’ll ask her everything she’s been holding back. ” Do you want me to come with you? ” No. ” I think this is something I need to do alone. At least at first. ” I understand. But when you need me, I’m there. ” Thank you, Kaden. ” You don’t have to thank me. I care about you. I love you. ” I love you, too. Do you hear that? ” Hear what, my king? Nothing.

” That silence. It has become too familiar. ” A palace is never truly silent. ” This one is. We have wealth, we have power, we have respect, but we do not have peace. ” Peace is not something a throne can give. Then what is the use of a throne that cannot feel what is missing? ” You are thinking about it again.

” Tell me. ” You are thinking about it again. ” Tell me, how does a man forget a part of his own blood? ” My king, ” no. Answer me. How does a man live knowing that somewhere a piece of him is walking this world unknown? ” You made a decision. ” A decision or a mistake? How does a man live knowing that somewhere a piece of him is walking this world unknown? ” You made a decision.

” A decision or a mistake? ” At the time it was necessary. ” Necessary. That word has protected many sins. ” Why now? After all these years, why does it trouble you now? ” Because I can feel it. Something is changing. like the past is no longer willing to stay buried. ” Do you intend to go looking for what was left behind? ” I intend to find the truth.

” And if the truth brings back what we try to forget, ” then we will face it. I will not let my blood walk this earth as a stranger. ” Then the past has truly returned. Zara, you’re back. What is it? Mom. Zara, what happened? I just I can’t If I tell you things will change. They

already have. I’ve decided something. What? I want to find him. ” Zara. No. ” Yes. But I want to hear it from you first. You don’t understand what you’re asking for. Then help me understand. Then I will be because I’m going to find out with or without you. I can’t do this anymore. I need answers. Zara. So, you were serious? What else do you expect me to do? Stay here pretending I’m okay? Mom,

” if you’re going then I’m going with you. ” What? ” I will take you to him myself. ” You know where he is. ” I always knew. Then all these years I was trying to protect you. You think hiding this from you was easy for me? Every time you asked about him, I died a little inside. Then why now? Because you’re no longer the little girl I was protecting.

 And because keeping the truth from you now is hurting you more than the truth itself. What if he doesn’t want me? Then he will answer to heaven for it. But I don’t think he stopped looking for you. What do you mean? Pack properly. We leave tonight. It Come. No, I’m serious. Imagine you suddenly

become a rich princess and forget all of us. You’re actually crazy. Zara, what are you doing outside in this weather? ” I know, but I needed to see you before I leave. ” Leave? ” My mother finally agreed to take me to my father. ” Wait, you’re serious? ” We’re leaving tonight. ” Wow. So, this is really happening.

” I still can’t believe it myself, ” honestly. I’m happy for you. Now, nobody will ever use this against you again. Not Tiana, not Jessica, nobody. ” That part really hurt me. Everything else I could handle. But not knowing who my father is, that pain followed me everywhere. ” Listen to me carefully. Whatever happens when you get there, never think for one second that you’re unwanted because anybody would be lucky to have you in their life.

 You always say the right things. ” It’s one of my gifts. Never think for one second that you’re unwanted because anybody would be lucky to have you in their life. ” You always say the right things. ” It’s one of my gifts. ” I’m scared though. ” Of what? ” What if my father rejects me? ” No, don’t think like that.

 And even if things don’t go perfectly, at least you’ll finally know where you come from. Exactly. I just want answers. ” I’m going to miss you. ” I’ll miss you, too. ” Promise me something. ” What? ” Come back to me. ” I will. ” You look beautiful tonight. ” You always do that unexpectedly. ” And you still like it.

Be careful out there. ” I will. And when I come back, things will be different. ” Better different community. OUNA COMMUNITY. LAST BUS TO AUNA COMMUNITY. ZARA, let’s enter this bus. Are we going to Auna community? Yes. I think this is the last bus. Mama, are we going to Auna community? ” Yes. ” Ah, mama, I’ve heard so much about that community.

People say Auna is one of the biggest communities around here. And their king is very wealthy, too. Really? Yes. Now, students in my school talk about him all the time. People say Auna is one of the biggest communities around here. And their king is very wealthy, too. Really? ” Yes.

 Now, students in my school talk about him all the time. ” HOLD ON. COMMUNITY, EVERYBODY ENTER FAST. ” MAMA, like I said, that king is very rich. People even say he doesn’t have a son. And I also heard one of his daughters has been missing for many years. They said the king has been searching everywhere for her. ” How do you know all these things? ” People talk about the king in school all the time.

 Auna community isn’t far from our school anyway. Mama, why are you crying? Nothing. Mama, ” you can talk to me. Don’t worry, Zara. Very soon, everything will change. When you finally meet your father, I believe your life will never remain the same. ” Amen. Mama. Mama, isn’t this the Palace of Agonia community? Yes.

 Then what are we doing here? Are we supposed to see the king first before meeting my father? ” We are here because your father lives here. ” Wait, my father lives inside the palace? Wait, my father lives inside the palace? ” Small nervous laugh. ” What does he do here? Does he work here as a guard or maybe a messenger? Mama, what exactly did my father do here? ” Zara, my daughter, just be calm.

Very soon, you will know who your father truly is. ” Welcome, ma. Welcome. ” Are you my father? ” Yes, I am your father. YOU ARE MY FATHER. THEN WHY DID YOU ABANDON ME? Why did YOU REJECT ME? WAS I NOT GOOD ENOUGH? YOU ARE MY FATHER. THEN WHY did you abandon me? Why did you REJECTED ME? WAS I NOT GOOD ENOUGH? Was I ugly? DID I SMELL? DID I NOT DESERVE LOVE? YOU DIDN’T LOVE ME ENOUGH to fight for me.

 You didn’t love me enough to accept me ” because I was foolish. ” Foolish? That’s your excuse. ” I know it’s not enough. ” Do you know what I’ve been through? People mocked me all my life. ” I know nothing I say can erase your pain. ” Everywhere I went, people reminded me that I didn’t know who my father was. And the funny thing is I had heard about you.

 You are a king, a wealthy king. People talked about you in my school. Yet I never knew you were my father. I’m 19 years old. ” 19 years. And you never came for me. What kind of father does that? ” My daughter. I know I failed you and I hate myself for it every single day. ” I was young. ” My family poisoned my mind against your mother and I have suffered for that cowardice every day of my life.

” You abandoned us. ” I searched for you. I prayed to God every day that one day I would see you and your mother again. My heart has been filled with guilt for years. Please give me a chance to make things right. Give me the chance to treat you like the princess you truly are. You are my daughter, the princess of Auna Kingdom, and I will never let you go again.

” Not after finally finding you. ” Do you really mean all these things? Am I even supposed to call you my father? ” Yes, call me your father. After all this time, ” even though I don’t deserve it, I am still your father. ” Sarah, I am sorry. Please ” don’t reject me again. ” Never.

 I will never let you go again because you are my princess. ” I love you, Papa. Father, I’ll be going back today. ” Going back? Why is Zara? ” Tomorrow is Monday. Father, I need to return to school. ” I was hoping you would stay longer with us. There are excellent schools here in Auna, the best schools in the kingdom. You can stay here in the palace and continue your education here.

” No, father. My friends are over there and I’m already in SS3. I’ll soon be through with school. When I’m done, I promise I’ll come back and stay with you in the palace. ” I understand, my child. Finish your studies, then return to us. I will miss you so much, Zara. ” And I’ll miss you, too, father. ” When are you planning to leave? ” I’m already preparing to leave.

” So soon? ” Yes, father. I need to get home early so I can prepare properly for tomorrow’s classes. Zara, like I told you before, I will make up for all the years I’ve absent from your life. For all the years I abandoned you and your mother. I want you to finally know what it feels like to truly have a father beside you.

From today onward, your life will change. I will send 2 million NRA to your account. ” Father, 2 million NRA. Isn’t that too much? ” Nothing is too much for my daughter. And that’s not all. I’ll assign a personal driver to take you to school every day. Oh father, thank you. ” Whenever you need money, call me.

Whenever you face any problem, let me know immediately. You will never suffer again. Zara, ” father, thank you so much. I don’t even know what to say. I’m truly overwhelmed. ” Just promise me one thing. ” Anything, father. ” Come back next weekend. ” Absolutely, father. ” Your majesty, the time has come.

” Go with my blessing, my dear. ” Thank you, father. ” May you find your path. We’re here, princess. ” Thank you. ” Is that Zara? Since when did she start coming to school in luxury cars? ” Zara? Zara, you’re back. Yes, I’m back. Wow. Zara, who was that man that dropped you off? Well, that’s my driver.

 My driver? Your what? Zara, you don’t mean it. You mean to tell me your father is a rich man? Rich man is actually an understatement. My father is not only rich, he’s a king. Oh my god, Zara, you mean you’re a princess? Yes, of course I’m a princess. You know the surprising part.

 What? Do you know the king of Auna community? Of course, everybody knows him. That’s my father. Wait, the billionaire famous king? Yes. Oh. Oh my god, Zara, you are a rich girl. You’re so lucky. Of course, I’m lucky. Now that you’re from a royal family, I seriously want to see the faces of Tiana and Jessica today. Exactly. Those girls can’t bully me anymore because now I have a father. Exactly.

 And not just any father. The king of yoga community. Nobody can mess with you anymore. Anyway, let’s go to class. I really want to see how embarrassed they’ll feel when they come for you today. Oh, I’m fully prepared, girl. I trust you. You’ve always been bold, Zara. And now they’ll be completely ashamed after seeing that expensive car dropping you off.

 Drop me off. Did I tell you that’s actually my car? Your car? Yes. My father gave it to me. Oh my god. My father spoiled me with lots of gifts. You can’t even imagine. He gave me 2 million naira. 2 million naira. And he even said it’s not up to my allowance. Zara, you are super rich. In fact, you are officially the biggest girl in this school now.

The biggest girl. Honestly, I can’t wait to finish SS3 already so I can move permanently into the royal palace. Hope I’ll be coming with you. Of course. You’re my best friend. Wherever I go, you go with me. Tiana, this lip gloss is everything. Let me see. I’m checking my timeline. You and that phone.

 Let’s go assembly soon. All right. All right. You look sharp, though. Tiana, have you heard the latest gist? Head what? There’s a rumor going around school that Zara went looking for her father. Wait, seriously? Really? Is she back already? I don’t know yet. Honestly, I don’t expect less from her. Exactly.

 Imagine Zara trying to suddenly discover her rich father. Who exactly is she going to find? A palm wine tapper or maybe a KK driver. Please, let her come and introduce us to the povertystricken father she found. Tina, you’re too much. Anyway, I never expect anything good from Zara. You know, I just hate that girl because she’s always trying to compete with you.

Exactly. She’s poor. She’s ordinary. She’s not even close to my class. Yet, she always wants things that don’t belong to her. And that’s the part that annoys me the most. She keeps trying to take what should naturally belong to people like us. Girl, relax. You’re richer, prettier, more connected, and your father is one of the richest men in town.

 You’re literally the biggest girl in this school, as she should know. Anyway, let’s just wait for Madame Zara to arrive. ” Yes. Su, the moment she enters the school, I’m going to ask her. Which father did you finally find this time? Well, well, well. Look who finally came back. So, Zara, which father did you find this time? Oh, poor thing.

 Must be so hard. You have no idea what you’re talking about. ” Let me guess. A palm wine tapper, a tomato cellar, or maybe A BRICK LAYER. NOT SO FAST. The girl you used to bully is no longer the same Zara standing before you today. The girl standing here now is a princess. A princess? Princess my foot. Girl, let me remind you people in case you forgot.

 I am still the biggest girl in the school. I’m not on your level. Are you sure about that? You’re actually looking at the richest and biggest girl in this entire school in your dreams. Really? Didn’t you both see the luxury car that dropped Zara off this morning? So what? That doesn’t prove anything. Wait, what car? ” If you don’t believe us, go to the parking lot and check for yourselves.

 A luxury car and a personal driver were assigned to Zara by her father. ” Exactly. My father works for the king of Auna community. Okay, so stop lying. Exactly. Then your father should know that Zara is the daughter the king has been searching for all these years. Oh, so you mean to tell me that my father is the one paying your father’s salary? You mean the same palace feeding your family is my father’s palace? And yet you stood before me all this time trying to make me feel small? Wait, Zara is truly the king’s daughter. That

expensive car makes sense now. The king’s daughter? Are you serious? ” Tables have finally turned, and this is just the beginning. Tiana, what they said about Zara is true. What are you talking about? I just confirmed everything now. Just listen to them. Look at the way everybody’s praising her, calling her princess, calling her the richest girl in school, the most beautiful, even the most intelligent.

Oh my god, Tiana, you really need to go outside and see what’s happening. So, what Zara said is true, and what Maya said about her is true, too? Yes. No. Tiana, if this is true, then that means Zara’s father is truly the king your father works for. And honestly, this is very bad for you. Really bad. No, no, no. This can’t be happening.

This is not good at all. I need to do something. What are you going to do? ” I can’t accept this. First, she suddenly appears from nowhere and starts taking everybody’s attention. ” Now, everybody is running after her and me. me. I’ll just be left with nothing. ” The money I used to brag about, the wealth I thought made me better than her.

 Finding out that she’s even richer than me. No, no, no, no. I refuse to accept defeat. Honestly, if I were you, I would just apologize to Zara and try to become friends with her. What? I’m serious. The way things are going now, Zara is bigger than you in every single way. Imagine a princess and at the same time the richest girl in school. ” And the funniest part, the money you thought your family had, her family is actually the one feeding your family.

” Jessica. Jessica, are you on my side or are you now on Zara’s side? Me? I’m on the side of the richest. Really? So you want to turn against me now because Zara has more money? ” I don’t know. We’ll talk later, Tiana. ” Honestly, if I were you, I’d be scared of losing everything. ” No, Zara can’t win. ” Have you HEARD ZARA IS A PRINCESS? The king of Auna community is her father.

Chaden. ” Wow, you’re back. ” Yes, ” I heard the news. ” What news? ” That your father is a king and you’re officially a princess now. ” Oh, really? Who told you that? ” Come on, Zara. Everybody in school is talking about it. Do you even know that your name is the most popular name in school today? ” Really? ” Yes. I’m serious.

 The famous king of Auna community is actually your father. ” Honestly, I was shocked too. ” That’s amazing. ” Thank you, Kaden. When I got to the palace, oh my god, the palace was so beautiful and massive. ” Really? ” Yes. You won’t believe it until you see it yourself. ” Hope you’ll take me there someday. ” Of course.

 Very soon, I’ll take you with me. I’m really happy for you, Zara. Seriously, congratulations. ” Thank you. ” So, what’s the way forward now? ” What do you mean? ” Nobody can bully you anymore because you don’t have a father. ” Exactly. Guess what? When Jessica and Shana found out, they almost lost their mind. ” I saw their faces earlier, the shock was written all over them.

” And they were so disappointed. ” Come on, I’m proud of you. ” I’m really, really proud of you, Zara. Now you finally have a father. And not just a father, a wealthy king. ” So, what happens to us now? ” Us? ” Yeah. our relationship. I mean, look at me. I’m just an ordinary commoner. ” Come on.

 That changes absolutely nothing. ” So, we’re still together? ” Of course we are. ” Thank God. Oh, ” see now, yesterday you even own a car. ” Well, daddy gave me one now. ” And not just any car. An expensive one. ” Very expensive. ” You know, money really changes people’s lives. Yesterday, people talk down on you.

 Today, everybody wants to be like you. ” Honestly, I’m just grateful. For the first time in my life, I know who my father is. ” Congratulations, my love. your your love. Come on, don’t say that here. We’re inside the school compound. What if students hear that we’re dating? ” Honestly, I don’t care anymore. ” Kaden. ” NO, SERIOUSLY.

 EVERYBODY, ZARA IS MY GIRLFRIEND. KADEN. ” KADEN, ” will you keep quiet? ” NEVER. ” COME BACK HERE. ” CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. WHY IS SHE ALWAYS taking everything away from me? Why does Zara always end up winning? I hate that girl. I hate her so much. Yesterday, everybody wanted to be around me. Everybody respected me. Everybody feared me.

 But now, nobody even looks at me anymore. ” Now she’s the most popular girl in school. Now everybody wants to be her friend and me. I suddenly became nobody. She’s richer than me. She’s a princess and I’m not. Even the money I used to brag about. Her family is richer than mine. I hate this. I hate her. I hate Zara so much.

God, why couldn’t things just remain the way they were? Why did she suddenly appear and ruin everything for me? Now everybody loves her. Everybody praises her. Everybody wants to be close to her. And I’m just forgotten. Sometimes I wish she would just disappear. Maybe if she was gone, I could finally have my crown back. Zara stole my life.

And I’m never going to forgive her for it. Tiana, what is it this time? Jessica, you can’t just stand there and watch Zara take everything away from me. I can’t keep watching her steal everything that belongs to me. My attention, my popularity, my respect, everything. Okay. What exactly do you want to do? I want you to give it back.

” I want you to help me. Help you do what? I want us to ruin Zara. Ruin Zara. Ruin Zara. Tiana, have you forgotten that she’s the daughter of a king now? And me? I’m just a poor girl from a poor family. No, no, no. Relax. Nobody’s going to catch us. Listen to me first. We’ll hide the money inside her bag. Then later, I’ll pretend the money is missing.

 I’ll start searching everywhere dramatically. Then boom, the money will suddenly appear inside Zara’s bag. Oh, I see. Now, you you’ll be my witness. Tiana, no. Then the school management will think Zara stole the money and she’ll get expelled. I really don’t want to do this. ” Come on, Jessica. You’re my friend. You’re supposed to stand by me.

” But what if we get caught? ” We won’t. How are we even supposed to do this? I want you to pretend to become Zara’s friend. What? Go to her, apologize, act nice, gain her trust. Why would I do that? Because you’re the only one she might believe right now. Tiana, this is risky. Very risky. I know. That’s why we’ll plan it carefully together. Jessica, please.

 You’re all I have left. If Zara keeps rising, everybody will leave us behind. You’ve already seen how people switched up immediately. She became rich. People only respect power and money. Okay, I’ll help you. Really? But if anything goes wrong, nothing will go wrong. By the time we’re done, everybody will hate Zara again. Honestly, seeing you happy like this makes me happy, too.

” You’re always too sweet. You’re happy now, right? ” Tiana, ” what are you doing here? You took everything from me. What are you talking about? Don’t act innocent. You’re happy now because you finally have everything, right? ” Tiana, calm down. Let’s talk about this. ” I don’t know what you mean.

 You think you’ve won. You think you have him all to yourself now. ” Tiana, not this again. ” Stay out of this. Why do you enjoy taking everything away from me? ” Tiana, what exactly have I taken from you? Everything. You took Kaden away from me. You took my popularity, my attention, my spotlight, and now you’re even richer than me.

 You took everything. No, Tiana, I didn’t take anything from you because none of those things truly belong to you in the first place. You were simply living above yourself. You built your pride on things you thought made you superior to others. So, I’m not the cause of your problems. Those words hit deeply.

 You know what? This is only the beginning. The beginning of what? The beginning of our battle. If you think after taking everything from me, I’m just going to sit back and let it slide. Then you must be dreaming. Then bring it on. ” Enough. Tiana, what is your problem? When are you finally going to let this go? ” Let it go.

 You have no idea how much this hurts. If only you would leave her for me. ” Why would I leave her for you? ” Because you were supposed to be mine. ” No, Tiana. I was never yours. I never asked you out. I never led you on. ” But I told you how I felt. ” And I made myself clear from the beginning. I don’t love you. I never wanted a relationship with you.

 For me, it has always been Zara. ” Exactly. That’s my problem. It’s always Zara. ZARA THIS. ZARA THAT. EVERYBODY TALKS ABOUT ZARA. EVERYBODY LOVES ZARA. I’M TIRED OF HEARING HER NAME EVERYWHERE. ” If hearing my name bothers you that much, then maybe you should stop surrounding yourself with people who love me. Leave Kaden alone.

 Kaden is with me because he wants to be. Watch your back, Tiana. Your jealousy and bitterness are slowly destroying you. ” She’s right. You really need to let this hatred go before it ruins you completely. ” You okay? ” I don’t think Tiana is okay anymore. Hello. How are you? I’m fine. And you? I’m okay.

 Can I have a word with you, Zara? Hello. How are you? I’m fine. And you? I’m okay. Can I have a word with you, Zara? Is everything okay? Yes, everything is fine. Well, kind of. Okay, sit down. I just don’t know what to do. Zara, I’m sorry for everything. For all the insults, the bullying, the mockery, everything we ever did to you.

 I just really want to say I’m sorry. You’re sorry or you’re only sorry because I found my father. No, I’m genuinely sorry. And honestly, all of this has taught me a lesson. I realized you should never mock people because of their situation. No one truly knows tomorrow. That’s so true. We must always be kind. Look at you now, Zara.

 I used to insult you. I used to make you feel less than everyone else. But today, you became something none of us could ever imagine. Honestly, your story taught me that life can change at any moment. Today, someone may be down. Tomorrow, they may rise higher than everyone else. Please, I just want you to forgive me. Honestly, I don’t keep grudges.

And maybe finding my father made me realize something, too. All the things you people used to mock me for ended up becoming blessings in my life. So, yes, I forgive you. Thank you. And once again, I’m really sorry. But there’s something important I need to tell you. What is it? Tiana is planning something against you.

 Tiana? Against me? ” Tiana? Again? She wanted me to pretend to become your friend so we could set you up. Set me up, pal. She planned to plant money inside your bag, then accuse you of stealing it. But don’t worry, I’m not going along with it. I’ll make sure her plan fails completely. Why did you choose to betray your friend? Because I’ve learned my lesson.

 I don’t want Tiana to drag me down with her bitterness. I’m from a poor home, Zara. If I fall into trouble tomorrow, there’s nobody powerful enough to save me. So, I’ve decided to change, to humble myself, and become a better person. Jessica, that’s really brave. Thank you for telling me this. I really appreciate it.

 But please don’t let Tiana suspect anything. Just play along for now, okay? And Jessica, thank you. Not just for the information, but for being honest with me. You’re welcome, my princess. ” All right. Bye. Bye, Jessica. My money. My money is missing. What are you talking about? I don’t know anything about it. IT WAS IN MY BAG.

 ARE YOU ACCUSING US? WHAT HAPPENED? How can money DISAPPEAR INSIDE CLASS? SOMEONE STOLE MY MONEY. PLEASE, if anyone took Tiana’s money, kindly return it peacefully. Nobody wants trouble. ” I didn’t take anybody’s money. ” Same here. Why would anyone steal in class? It’s unbelievable. Zara, you were sitting right there.

So, Zara, I saw you close to my seat earlier today. What are you talking about? I saw you near my bag. What were you doing there? Tiana, are you okay? Yes, I’m okay. And I know what I saw. This is ridiculous. I honestly don’t know what you’re talking about. If you’re truly innocent, then let me SEARCH YOUR BAG.

” WHAT? ZARA, NO. DON’T LET HER SEARCH YOUR BAG. WHO GAVE HER THE RIGHT TO SEARCH your belongings? If her money is missing, she should go and look for it elsewhere. ” Hold on. Let’s all just calm down and talk about this. Maya, calm down. Tiana’s money is missing. If Zara has nothing to hide, then there shouldn’t be a problem.

” This is nonsense. Maya, please. Maya, it’s okay. You want to search my bag? Fine, you can search it. But before you do that, let’s make a bet. What bet? I bet I can prove you wrong. If you search my bag and find your money inside, then I’ll accept suspension from this school immediately. But if you search my bag and fail to find your money, then you’ll be suspended for falsely accusing me.

Fine, I agree. This is serious now. Very serious. Go ahead. So, where is your money? ” TENNER MUST BE SUSPENDED. SHE FALSELY ACCUSED ZARA. THIS IS WICKED. But my money was really missing. No, Tiana. Jessica, your money was never missing. ” I warned you not to do this, but you refused to listen. So, she planned everything. That’s evil.

She wanted to frame Zara. ” No. ” Jealousy can destroy people. Jessica, what kind of friend are you? Tiana, calm down. Tiana, please calm down. No, don’t tell me to calm down. After everything I’ve done for you, after all the times I supported you, after all the loyalty I showed you, is this how you repay me? ” Tiana, please let’s talk.

” No, I thought we were friends. I thought we had each OTHER’S BACKS. I THOUGHT WE AGREED TO ALWAYS SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER. ” We do, Tiana. I’m here. Yes, I wanted to support you, but not at the cost of destroying another person’s life. ” Oh, wow. So, now you suddenly care about morals. ” This isn’t about morals alone.

 You’ve changed, Tiana. Your jealousy is consuming you. ” Don’t psychoanalyze me. ” I’m serious. Look at yourself. Ever since Zara found her father, you’ve become someone I barely recognize anymore. Because she ruined everything. No, Zara didn’t ruin your life. Your hatred did. Wow. So now you’ve become Zara’s defender. No, I’m just tired.

Tired of lies. Tired of hatred. Tired of watching you destroy yourself because of another girl’s success. You chose her over me. No, Tiana. You pushed everybody away yourself. You are a terrible friend, a terrible person. Maybe, but at least I finally realized when to stop doing wrong.

 You know what? I want you to know today that our friendship is over. Okay. But I still genuinely hope you become a better person someday because honestly you’ve allowed bitterness and jealousy to turn you into someone dangerous. Scuff bitterly. You’re hurting yourself more than anyone else. SHUT UP. FIGHT. TIANA, you betrayed me. STOP IT. YOU STARTED IT. LIAR.

 GET OFF ME. NOT UNTIL YOU STOP. SOMEBODY STOP THEM. CALL A TEACHER. TIANA, STOP THIS. ” What is going on here? ” Tiana, I heard about everything that happened between you and Zara. ” Yes, ma. ” And you know the rules of this school? ” Yes, ma. ” Then you already know you are facing suspension. ” Ma, please. I came here to beg you.

temper justice with Messi. I’m truly sorry, ma. My money was really missing. But your best friend confessed that your money was never missing. She admitted that the entire thing was a setup against Zara. How could you do something so terrible? Ma, it was the work of the devil. The work of the devil? So now you’re blaming the devil because you refuse to take responsibility for your actions? ” No. Ma, I enough.

 That attitude right there is exactly your problem. You keep refusing to own up to your mistakes. Instead of changing, you keep looking for excuses. ” Ma, I’m sorry. I promise it will never happen again. Please give me one more chance. This school is built on discipline and discipline do not bend because of emotions. ” You will be placed on suspension effective immediately.

 Which means you will not participate in the upcoming WC examinations with your classmates. You will repeat this class next session. ” Ma, please don’t do this to me. It’s only 1 month until our final examinations. I can’t spend another year in secondary school. Everybody will move forward while I remain behind.

 Please, Ma, I’m begging you. Tiana, you should have thought about the consequences before trying to destroy another student’s future. Ma, whatever I did, I’m sorry. I promise I’ll change. Please forgive me. And what if Zara had been expelled because of your lies? Do you understand how wicked that would have been? ” Yes, ma. ” You mocked people. You bullied them.

 You tried to frame an innocent student. All because of jealousy. ” Tell me, Tiana, ” what exactly did Zara ever do to you? ” I don’t know anymore. ” Jealousy is dangerous. If you allow it to control you, it destroys your peace, your future, and eventually your life. Ma, please, please don’t suspend me. I’m begging you.

Tiana, this is a serious matter. I have made my decision. From tomorrow onward, I do not want to see you anywhere around this school premises. Ma, please. ” No, YOU MAY LEAVE NOW. MA, PLEASE. I SAID LEAVE. You may leave now. Ma, please. I said leave. I’m sorry, Ma. I’m sorry, Matt. Come in, Zara. How are you? I’m fine, ma.

 Please have a seat. Zara, first of all, I want to sincerely apologize for the embarrassment and emotional stress Tiana caused you. What happened in this school was completely unacceptable. And as a school authority, we deeply regret that you had to go through all of that. ” Thank you, ma. ” It’s okay, ma.

 As you may already know, the school management has made a final decision concerning the matter. Tiana has officially been suspended from the school and unfortunately she will not be participating in the due examination scheduled for next month. Ma, please can’t you forgive Tiana and allow her to write the examination with us? ” Forgive Tiana after everything? ” After everything that happened, I honestly don’t hold anything against her anymore.

 We only have one month left before we finish secondary school. After that, everyone will go their separate ways. I can see how much you’ve matured, Zara. I just don’t want her future to be completely destroyed because of one mistake. I understand your concerns, Zara, and honestly that’s very kind of you, but the school has rules and those rules apply to every student equally.

 If we ignore such behavior without consequences, then discipline in this school loses its meaning. Ma, is there truly nothing that can be done to help her? ” I’m afraid not. No, Zara. At this point, the decision has already been finalized by the board. But I didn’t call you here only because of the suspension matter.

Then why? There’s another reason. I also called you because I personally wanted to apologize to you. Despite everything Tiana and the others did to you, you still chose forgiveness. That says a lot about your character. Thank you, Ma. Honestly, I’ve already forgiven her, and I truly pray she changes for the better someday.

 I hope so, too, because deep down, I believe she still has a chance to become a better person. Life has a way of teaching people lessons in different ways, sometimes painfully. ” Thank you very much, Ma. Thank you, ma. Zara, never let your new status change the goodness in your heart. Thank you, ma. Zara, never let your new status change the goodness in your heart.

 I know you will make us proud, Zara. ” I won’t, ma. ” A true princess indeed. You know, I’m really going to miss you. ” Miss me? ” Yeah. We only have one week left before our final exams. After that, everything changes. ” I’ll miss you, too. But you’re not planning to leave me, right? ” Of course not. I could never leave you.

” I’m just saying it won’t be like this anymore. We won’t see each other every single day. You’ll move fully into your royal palace. And honestly, seeing you there won’t exactly be easy for a commoner like me. ” Yes. Very funny. ” Anyway, I’ll still come visit you ” every day. ” No, that’s impossible. ” Okay, then once a week.

” That sounds better. ” See why I said I’m going to miss you? I’m used to seeing you every day. We laugh together, play together, tease each other. And honestly, these moments became my favorite part of school. ” I’ll miss school, too. I’ll miss everyone. I’ll miss all these little moments. ” You know, Tiana really messed up badly.

Honestly, I feel bad for her sometimes. She kept acting superior, looking down on people, as if life couldn’t change overnight. ” Honestly, I don’t even know anymore. ” I really feel sorry for her, too. ” Okay, enough. Let’s not ruin our beautiful moment by talking about Tiana. ” Agreed. ” Promise me something.

” What? ” No matter how rich or powerful you become, don’t ever change. ” I promise. And you promise me something, too. Don’t stop loving me because I became a princess. ” Impossible. If anything, I think I love you even more now. Not because of the palace, not because of the money, but because even after everything changed, you’re still the same Zara I fell in love with.

” You’re sweet. ” I know. Come on. One last walk around the school garden before graduation destroys our youth forever. ” You’re too dramatic. ” I know. Come on. One last walk around the school garden before graduation destroys our youth forever. You’re too dramatic. ” And you love it. ” Maybe I do. ” You’re impossible.

” But you love me ” always. Jessica, are you okay? Jessica, talk to me. I can’t. It’s my fault. It’s okay. I’m here. Jessica, is everything all right? Why are you crying? Maya, I think this is all my fault. It’s okay. It’s okay. ” Your fault? What are you talking about? I think it’s my fault that Tiana got suspended from school.

 If I hadn’t testified against her, I don’t think she would have been suspended. ” No, that’s not true. No, Jessica, it’s not your fault. But she trusted me. She thought I betrayed her. She thinks I’m a terrible friend. I know it’s not your fault. ” Listen to me carefully. You did the right thing. What if you hadn’t spoken up? What would have happened to Zara? An innocent girl would have been punished for something she never did.

And trust me, that guilt would have destroyed you even more. I was only trying to stop Tiana. I wanted her to become a better person. I didn’t want her hatred to destroy her. I know. And honestly, I believe your intentions were good. I don’t want to continue living the way we used to. bullying people, looking down on others, feeling superior because of money or popularity.

 I don’t want that life anymore. And that’s growth. I just wanted Tiana to change. I wanted her to stop hurting people, to stop them probably control her. But I never wanted all this to happen to her. Jessica, sometimes the truth hurts before it heals. Tiana is angry right now because she’s hurt. She feels betrayed. But deep down, you were trying to save her from herself.

But she doesn’t see that. Not yet. Right now, she’s still blinded by pain and pride. But one day, when she finally calms down and reflects on everything, she’ll understand. You really think so? Yes. Because no matter how angry she is right now, the truth will eventually speak for itself. So stop blaming yourself. You did nothing wrong.

Thank you, Maya. That’s what friends are for. Come on, no more crying. I’m trying. Good. ” For the first time, Jessica feels peace slowly returning to her heart. Oh my god. Zara, is this really where you live? This place looks like heaven on earth. The palace is so beautiful. Maya, come and sit down first. No.

 I can’t believe this. No, no, no. Please, let me just stand here and admire everything first. I’ve never seen anything like this in my life. Come on, Maya. This is my home now. And you’re my best friend, so you have to feel comfortable here. Zara, tell me this is not a dream. It’s real. Your father is unbelievably rich.

 This palace is massive and so beautiful. ” Thank you. That’s it. I’ve decided I’m not going back to my house anymore. Really? ” Yes. From today, I live here. Honestly, Zara, I’m genuinely happy for you. Just look at your life. The same Zara people mocked and insulted in school is now the same Zara people bow to and respect everywhere. My friend, I truly envy you.

You know you’re my best friend, right? And honestly, I’m grateful to have you in my life. You’re welcome, Princess Zara. Please stop calling me Princess. So, now that you’re officially a princess, will you still marry my brother? Maya, what are you even talking about? I’m still very young and so I still have school to finish.

 I want to further my education, build a career, achieve my own dreams. Wow. Okay. Motivational speaker. So, you’re not planning to just sit in the palace and enjoy royal life? Never. I want to build my own empire, too. Princess with ambition. I love that. But seriously, what about my brother? Honestly, I really love Kaden.

 OH MY GOD, PRINCESS ZARY IS IN LOVE WITH MY BROTHER, and I truly hope we spend the rest of our lives together someday. I’m not even saying this because he’s my brother, but Kaden genuinely loves you so much. I know. The way he looks at me, I can tell. So, not only do I have you as my best friend, I might also have you as my future sister-in-law, ” Maya.

” The two girls laugh loudly again. For the first time in a long while, everything feels peaceful. Pure friendship, pure joy, pure hearts. ” Zara, how are you enjoying this place? Very well. This is my home now. ” You’re really lucky. ” Tiana, what are you doing here? I came to see you. For what? To apologize.

 For everything. For what exactly? For the way I treated you. For bullying you. For mocking you. And for trying to frame you. I’m truly sorry, Zara. I forgive you, Tiana. I forgave you a long time ago. Honestly, you didn’t destroy me. If anything, you unknowingly made me stronger. What you thought was bullying actually gave me strength and courage.

 If all of you hadn’t pushed me so hard, I probably would never have pressured my mother to finally tell me the truth about my father. I wouldn’t have discovered this part of my life. I wouldn’t be enjoying all this today. So, honestly, you didn’t ruin my life. In a strange way, you helped shape it. Zara, you’re too kind. Despite everything you have now, you’re still humble.

 And honestly, I’m ashamed of myself. Ashamed of my behavior. Ashamed of my pride. Ashamed of how badly I treated you. I should have done better. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Even concerning Kaden, I really loved him, but the fact that he chose you instead of me made me bitter and jealous. I see. I kept trying to force something that wasn’t meant for me because his heart already belonged to you.

Love cannot be forced. I understand that now. But back then, I just wanted everything for myself. Zara, please forgive me. Zara, please forgive me. Tiana, please forgive me. I regret everything I did to you. No, Tiana, get up, please. No, Tiana, get up, please. From the bottom of my heart, I have already forgiven you.

The only person left to forgive you now is yourself. You are beautiful. You are intelligent. You have so much greatness inside you. You just need to learn how to control jealousy and pride before they lead you somewhere dangerous. If I refuse to forgive you, then I would be wicked, too. But I’m not wicked, Tiana.

 I understand. And despite everything, I still wish you well. I’m sorry, Zara. I’m ashamed of myself. I regret everything. Even realizing that my father works for your family and that your family is part of the reason we live comfortably, it makes me feel even worse. You don’t have to feel ashamed anymore. What matters is that you’ve changed and I’m proud of you for admitting your mistakes. Thank you, Zara.

 Your words mean everything. You really are different. No, I’m just choosing peace. Honestly, Zara, I’m really happy for you. Just look at where life has brought you. Look around you. You’re one of the most important girls around now. You’re wealthy. You live in a palace. You have an amazing father. And you have a great man like me.

” Excuse me. Who exactly is the great man here? ” Me, of course. And your father, too, but mostly me. ” You really think highly of yourself? Because I deserve it. ” H maybe a little bit. ” Wait, for you to say a little bit means I’m actually great. ” Okay, fine. You’re great. Happy now? ” Very happy. ” Kaden, guess what? ” What? ” Tiana came to visit me today.

” Tiana to do what? ” To apologize. ” Wait, the same Tiana? The almighty Tiana? ” Yes. Wow. Wonder shall never end. Who would have thought Tiana would ever apologize to Zara? ” Honestly, I could tell she was genuinely sorry. ” Maybe she finally realized her mistakes. So, what did you say? ” Of course, I forgave her.

” That’s exactly why I love you. You have one of the purest hearts I’ve ever seen. ” Come on, stop flattering me. ” I’m serious. That’s not flattery. That’s facts. ” So, now that secondary school is officially over, which university are you thinking of attending? Well, my dad actually wanted me to travel abroad to Canada for my studies.

” Seriously? ” Yeah. But I told him I want to study here in Nigeria first. ” Oh, so you stayed because of me. ” Please stop thinking too highly of yourself. ” Why shouldn’t I? You love me. I love you, too. Obviously, you don’t want to miss me. ” You’re impossible. ” But admit it, I’m right. ” Maybe just a little, ” Victory.

Anyway, my father only agreed on one condition, ” which is ” once I’m ready for my master’s degree, I must continue my studies in Canada. No excuses. ” Zara, honestly, you really have an amazing father. You truly have everything. ” And you, too. It’s not like your family is poor. You people are doing well, too.

” Yeah, but definitely not palace level wealthy. And to make matters worse, you’re a princess. ” I know. ” See how casually she says I know. ” Anyway, how’s Maya? How’s Jessica? They’re doing well. Actually, Jessica has changed a lot lately. ” Really? ” Then suddenly, ” you know, it’s been long since I got a proper kiss.

” Kaden, what if my father sees us? ” I don’t think the king is around. ” He might actually shoot your leg. ” Then let me risk my leg for true love. ” You’re crazy. ” Crazy in love. You seem unusually happy tonight. ” Do I? ” Very much. So, tell me, what’s making my daughter smile like this? ” Nothing. Father.

” Hm. I don’t believe that. This kind of smile usually means one thing. Love. ” Father. ” Why are you shouting? I only asked a simple question. ” You’re embarrassing me. ” Good. That means I’m correct. ” Father, please. ” All right. All right. So tell me, who is this lucky young man? ” His name is Kaden.

” H And who exactly is Kaden? ” He’s my boyfriend. ” Your what? ” Father. ” Boyfriend. Since when did this happen? ” It’s not what you think. ” Then explain before I summon the palace guards immediately. ” Father, he’s a good person. really kind, very caring, and he was there for me before I found you.

 Even when people mocked me, he always respected me. ” So, this Caden loved you before knowing you were a princess. ” Yes. ” Interesting. Then perhaps he truly likes you for your heart and not your status. ” Exactly. ” And what does this young man want to become in life? ” He wants to study engineering at the university. ” Good.

At least he has vision. But let me warn you, Zara. Love is beautiful. But never allow love to distract you from your future. ” I understand. Father, ” you are intelligent. You have dreams. And one day you may carry responsibilities bigger than this palace itself. I want you to become a powerful woman on your own, not simply the king’s daughter.

” I promise, father. That’s my daughter. But this Caden, I’ll still have to investigate him properly. ” Father, ” what? I’m a king. It’s literally my job to investigate people. ” Please don’t scare him. ” No promises. ” Your Majesty, the Queen Mother has arrived. Ah, perfect timing. Come, I want you to officially meet your grandmother tonight.

” My grandmother? ” Yes. And trust me, she has been impatiently waiting to meet the granddaughter she never knew existed. ” Come, Princess Zara. Tonight, you meet more of your family. ” I would love that, father. ” The royal journey of Zara continues. ” Mother, why are you looking so nervous? Because your father refused to tell me why this dinner is so important.

” Amara, ” for many years, I made the greatest mistake of my life. ” I lost you. ” And without knowing, I also lost the opportunity to watch my daughter grow. But despite everything, you stayed strong. You raised Zara alone. You protected her. You gave her love even when I failed to. And for that I will forever respect you.

” Amara, ” I know I cannot erase the pain of the past, but if you give me one more chance, I promise to spend the rest of my life. Amara, ” will you marry me and become the future queen of Auna Kingdom? ” Yes, my king. ” Oh, mother. ” Yes.