When The Autumn Came

You fell in love with my flower and not my root. So when autumn came, you don't know what to do.

— Emma

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Bright, ever protective, hurried to separate his father's hands from Emma's shoulders, fearing Emma might become his stepmother. "For God's sake, no! Keep her safe!" Bright screamed inwardly. He harbored suspicions that his father had a liking for Emma, whether fueled by possessiveness or subconscious guilt for consistently sidelining rivals for Emma's attention. In this case, if the rival happened to be his own father, Bright felt powerless. King Otto held authority over Bright, and the fear of facing a rival he couldn't eliminate loomed large.

As the intricate dynamics unfolded, Bright grappled with genuine concerns and exaggerated anxieties!

Fortunately, King Otto released her first and left the room. As soon as the door closed, Emma erupted with frustration.