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Kiara nodded, her expression grave.noveldrama"I released so much magic; it wasn't easy for you. I could feel it, like a tidal wave crashing over me." "I don't think so," Abril said softly. "We've released it now. We should feel safe." "Before a mouse," Kiara added with a faint smile. "Yes, fatal." Both women sank to the ground, unable to stand any longer. "I actually believe that was enough," Kiara said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Yes, our magic reaches them all," Abril agreed, her heart heavy with worry. "I hope Alessandro is safe. It troubles me." "What do I tell you?" Kiara asked, her brow furrowing."I tell myself that I could perish right now, but I won't. I want to live. I want the rooster to crow again, to remind me of what I've lost." "I don't think there's time to dwell on that," Abril replied, trying to keep her spirits up. "Maybe I say that to keep boredom at bay." "I hope so," Kiara murmured. "You can get up," Abril encouraged. "No, I don't think my legs can support me," Kiara admitted. "I feel the same. Let's rest a little longer," Abril suggested. They waited to regain their strength when Barto arrived, his presence commanding attention."What are you doing?" he asked, concern etched on his face. "Resting," Abril replied, her voice weary. "Healing an entire city is not easy; we are exhausted." "I thought you'd want to know what happened when you woke up," Barto said, his tone softening. Abril tried to rise but found her exhaustion too great. Barto stepped forward to help her up. "Let her be, Princess," he said gently. Kiara remained on the ground, feeling abandoned. "Are you really going to leave me here?" she protested. "I'll come back for you later," Barto promised."I'm your partner, and you're abandoning me?" Kiara exclaimed, her voice rising in indignation. "Fila is the queen, and she should be with her husband. He is unconscious; you can continue resting. He will return ready," Barto reassured her. Barto approached Abril with a ball of energy, still alive with magic. "Is it alright that I'm here?" he asked. "Yes, she will be busy," Abril replied, her focus shifting. As they crossed the city, Abril saw many bodies lying in the dirt, covered with blankets. They were dead. "Were there many casualties?" she asked, her heart sinking."Yes, but it could have been worse," Barto replied. "Thank you for everything, Barto," Abril said, gratitude filling her voice. "There is nothing that pleases a city more," he replied humbly. "You are not a horseman; you have not fought fiercely for that," Abril countered. "This kingdom is my home. I am strong, and I am half-fairy. If I didn't use my strength to help those in need, I would be useless, and I don't want that," Barto declared, his conviction evident. Abril felt a warmth in her heart at his words. "Thank you," she said sincerely.When they arrived at the palace, Tarik approached her. "If I tell myself that I will wait for him, I think it's best to bring him to the palace instead of leaving him in the cold dirt," he said. "Don't worry about that; you did well. And your father?" Abril asked. "He was helping in the city, but there were people trapped beneath the rubble," Tarik explained. Abril thanked him when she saw him. "Welcome, Your Majesty," he added, bowing slightly. "Where is Alessandro?" Abril inquired, her heart racing. "The king is in his chambers, Your Majesty," Tarik informed her.Abril nodded and said, "I'll see you later," before heading straight to her husband's side. She was invited to join him in the main palace, where only the royal family and their closest relatives were allowed. Gabriel wondered who was being retained but dared not ask. He simply accepted the queen's orders. "How do I serve Your Majesty now?" he asked. Abril went directly to Alessandro, who lay unconscious on the bed. He looked peaceful, but the sight filled her with dread. She sat on the edge of the bed and whispered, "Wake up soon, Lessan.I'm here." Exhausted, she lay back on her side, waiting for him to awaken. Moments later, Mariana stirred first, her voice filled with urgency. "Lessan, wake up!" she urged, shaking him gently. She repeated those words again and again, but he remained unresponsive. Abril, desperate, decided to use her magic, even though she hadn't fully recovered. Suddenly, Alessandro opened his eyes. "Thank God you're awake," Abril breathed, relief flooding through her. "I was so afraid you wouldn't wake up again." She leaned closer, taking his face in her hands, searching his gaze."Lessan, does anything hurt?" He looked confused and swatted her hands away. "What's wrong with you?" he demanded, his tone sharp. "Why do you act so informally with me?" he continued, his eyes narrowing. "Alessandro, you're scaring me. What's wrong with you?" Abril asked, her voice trembling. Alessandro touched his head, as if trying to piece together what was missing. "As if you've forgotten something important," he said, his brow furrowing. "I'm very important." "Get out of my room!" he shouted. "Don't leave me!" Abril cried, desperation creeping into her voice."Then you have to call the guards so they can help," he insisted, his frustration mounting. "I don't understand how you got in here!" Abril was taken aback by his outburst. She had been with him the entire time. She tried to reach for him, but he pushed her away. The guards, hearing the king's cries, rushed in. "Is there something your Majesty needs?" one of them asked. "How did I allow this woman to enter my chambers?" Alessandro demanded, glaring at Abril. The guards looked around, confused."What woman do you refer to, Your Majesty?" Abril felt a chill run down her spine as she met Alessandro's gaze, her heart heavy with uncertainty. "Can't you see her?" she whispered, fear creeping into her voice.