Hello everyone!
oof7357 Review:
"Hi! I think you're doing a great job with the story, but I personally don't think you don't need to squeeze everything pre-Heir into a few months/years. I liked the dramatic effect with Kenna's heart attack, but seemed to be timed at a strange point in time, almost right after America had given birth. Maybe space out major events. Other than that, amazing job with grammar & spelling! Props to you & keep going! 3"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you for commenting your support! I totally understand what you mean about me squeezing a lot of events in at the same time. I just try to write about major events or sweet moments; I haven't really thought about the timing compared to other events. I won't be continuing the story right up to the beginning of The Heir, so I have a little less time (story-wise) to fit in everything I want to write about. Thank you so much!
Guest Review:
"This is so cute! Maxon is such a gentleman! And I love how America just says that he didn't screw i t up and then he promised to take them another day! They are perfect for each other! Thank you so much for spending your time to do this for us readers! You are an amazing writer and I love reading your stories! Please update as soon as you can! Thank you again!"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement! It means a lot to me.
Guest Review:
"Your writing is absolutely amazing! I keep forgetting I'm not actually reading something by Kiera Cass! Keep up the good work!
-Little Scarlet"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you for your kindness. I really appreciate it.
lav Review:
"awww thats sooo cute! Man i love this story soo much! I really hope that you continue the story til eadlyns selection. Maybe also since the family is in France, you could start ahrens little love story going? Thanks always for the great update!"
WriterQueen123 Response:
That's a really good idea! I think Ahren's still too young to start the love story now, so maybe I'll have the family go on vacation at another point and write about Ahren meeting Camille. Thank you for reviewing!
Virtue01 Review:
"Love family life in this chapter. I like the scene where Maxon had the twins on his chest reading to them. Thank you for the update"
WriterQueen123 Response:
You're welcome for the update! Thanks for supporting me.
Guest Review:
"Please update soon!"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Sorry for the wait; I've been extra stressed lately.
Guest Review:
"PLEASE UPDATE SOON! I love your writing and can't wait much longer!"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Haha, here's the update.
Maxerica 2020 Review:
"This is sooo good your such a good writer please keep up the good work and continue the series ."
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you so much! I appreciate your kindness.
Guest Review:
"I cant wait for an update! I love your writing style!
- Ellie Grace"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you for the enthusiasm!
Thank you to all of my readers! You are all so sweet and caring, and your words touch my heart. I hope everyone is staying safe during this stressful situation! I actually have less time on my hands than usual, so it'll be hard to update regularly. Also, is anyone else super excited that the Selection is going to be made into a Netflix movie?! Anyway, I'm going to be publishing two short chapters; the next begins right where this one leaves off. I will be releasing it tomorrow to add a little more anticipation. Enjoy!
"There! You look beautiful, America," Mary exclaimed, finishing my last curl and tucking it behind my ear. She examined me in the mirror of my bathroom, nodding approvingly. "What do you think? Any changes need to be made?"
"I think it's perfect, Mary," I assured her, marveling at my stunning makeup and long, loose curls. "Thank you." She nodded, beaming. I only wore such heavy makeup on Report nights or photoshoots, so it was fun to see the flash of color that bright red lips and gold eye shadow brought to my now-flawless face. I was wearing a stunning royal blue gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline; the dress was paired with dazzling diamond-studded heels.
I walked out of the bathroom to see myself in the floor length mirror next to my closet. The look wasn't my typical, comfortable style, but it was exciting. Getting ready for a monthly Report never ceased to feel like playing dress-up. I heard a knock on the door connecting Maxon's suite to mine. "Come in," I called. Mary winked at me and headed out of the room.
Maxon peeked his head in, his eyes lighting up when he saw me. "You look gorgeous, Ames!"
I blushed, walking over to wrap my arms around his neck. "You like it?"
"I always like it," he smiled, leaning in to kiss me. When Maxon pulled away, my lips were tingling and butterflies danced in my stomach. We'd been married for years, yet my love for Maxon only grew with every tender touch and delicate kiss.
"C'mon," I said, hooking my arm around Maxon's and pulling him out of my bedroom. "Let's pick up the twins and head down."
"Can Your Majesties see the scripts clearly?" a cameraman called out to us, repositioning the computer with our topics of discussion.
Maxon and I nodded. We were seated in comfortable leather chairs while the year-old twins lay in cribs next to us. They had already fallen back asleep.
"We begin recording in three...two...one..." Lights flashed and a beam of red light shone from the camera.
"Ladies and gentlemen of Illéa, welcome to another monthly Report!" Gavril Fadaye declared. I'd changed the Reports to being monthly instead of weekly, granting our family slightly more privacy.
The Report continued as usual. Of course, the sleeping twins were brought into the spotlight, and Maxon and I were asked some questions.
"Now that the Fives and Sixes have merged, what are the steps that will be taken to combine the rest of the castes?" Gavril asked us, flashing a charming smile for the cameras.
Maxon raised his eyebrows at me, silently asking if I wanted to take this one. I gave a small nod and squeezed his hand. "We have a new plan in place to ensure that the rest of the castes merge as seamlessly as possible. The palace will be hosting small gatherings for people of different castes from all around Illéa to meet and get to know one another. Formal invitations will be sent out to different people every month. We are hoping that Illéans will be able to build connections with all kinds of people around them, and this should make the process smoother. We will also be taking feedback and ideas of how we can improve from these citizens. I'm excited to announce that the first gathering will take place in a month's time!"
"Thank you very much, Queen America. It sounds like an excellent plan," Gavril remarked. I smiled modestly while Gavril wrapped up.
"Cut!" The cameraman's sharp order woke Eadlyn, who began squirming in her bassinet.
Maxon and I thanked Gavril and the team for their time before heading up with the twins, another Report completed.
I put the twins to bed before asking Rosette to keep an eye on them. Maxon and I would be attending a nice dinner downstairs with a few guests. I walked into my bedroom, brushed up my makeup, and went into Maxon's room to see if he was ready.
My husband was washing his hands in the bathroom, and I was about to step in when something caught my eye. A flash of hot pink on his bed. My heart pounded wildly in my chest.
On Maxon's bed, lying on the side where I usually slept, was a lacy hot pink bra. Too big to be mine.
My vision blurred as the news sank in. Maxon was cheating on me?!