The Bonds of Eternity

was a marvel architectural marble and crystal, s

frescoes depicting mythological scenes. THE guests, dressed in their finest finery, crowded around, exchanging courte

highlighted his athletic figure, but it was his intense gaze and his demeanor contemplative that really attracted attention. At 35, Alexander had

eliers. By his side, his loyal assistant and longtime friend

lse tonight," Jeremy whispered,

it all seems empty to me. These

I'm looking for," replied

at despite his material successes, his heart was seeking desperately something else."You're st

. I need to know if anyone can love myself

r, a slight melancholy smile on her lips. Most of these people knew nothing of its true nature. For the

ng is ready ? asked Alexande

assing

e, Alexander. Are you s

was going to pass for a simple man, to live modestly, and t

Alexander Hathaway disappears, and s

st man looking for a job in a small town a few hours away of his main residence. He rente

w reality. The first days were difficult, but he learned toappreciate the small pleasures of the

g in the park, he crossed

, a book in her hand, her

he wore a simple but eleg

was instantly attracted by her aur

, hesitating for a m

is Alex. I can not stop myself to notice

lightly surprised, but smiled

Emma. Yes, this book is f

e, she replied, gent

? Alexander asked, trying t

love and identity. A theme universa

ry and had an obvious passion for books and stories.As the weeks passed, Alexander and Emma grew closer. He hid his true identity from her identity, but every moment spent with h

ar

ing along the river, Emma suddenl

d like to tell you," she sa

ster. Had she discovered the tru

ma? he as

el that we have a special connection. I...I think I'm f

knew the time had come for all of him

you need to know," he s

o you think. My real na

to flowing down her cheeks as she realized the magnitude of what he

eally am, and not for my wealth or power. I'm sorry, Emm

moment, trying to und

e took a deep breath a

ou. But trust is essential in a relationship. You lied to m

he truth would bring them closer, but he knew he

e you need. But know that my "Feelings for y

er heel and walked away slowly, leaving Alexander alone, wonde

from Emma, an indication that she was ready to forgive him. He continued his simple life, try

itting at their usual table. His heart leapt in his chest, but he approached gently,

. What you what you did was wrong, but I understand why you did it.

eyes lit u

nything in the world, he repl

xander took it gratefully, feeling that this moment