Tatiana finally moved, stepping forward. Her body was still trembling, and her knees were weak from the shock.

Isabella held her baby closer and averted her gaze.

"Don't take her away from me, please. It's my first baby, I know, but please don't take her away," she sobbed, and Tatiana's heart broke even more.

For a moment, Tatiana was confused. Then she realized she was still disguised as Salome. Her eyes immediately went to the lady at the entrance, who still had her head bowed.

"Leave me with her," she said to the lady.

"Yes, my Queen," the lady bowed.

Tatiana returned her gaze to Isabella.

"Isabella," she called, the...