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Victoria had only mentioned her father's name to be annoying, but when she started singing, her real feelings came pouring out.

Standing on top of the bar, her lips began to hum one of Zarek’s favorite songs.

The memories floated back into her mind as she closed her eyes.

Back in the palace hall, with the warm fireplace crackling, consuming the wood...

She was just a little girl, and her father would ask her to sing that melody about unconditional love, separation, and longing.

Victori