Markus Bennet was an up-and-coming NBA player and YouTube sensation. He had made a name for himself with his jaw-dropping dunks, slick handles, and smooth jumper. And to top it off, he had a winning personality and contagious energy that people loved.
But despite his success, Markus had a secret that he had been keeping for years. He was the illegitimate son of Princess Aiko, the daughter of the current Emperor of Japan, Naruhito, and Empress Masako.
It was a shocking revelation, and Markus was terrified of the consequences. He had always known the truth about his parentage, but he had planned on taking it to the grave. But one day, he made a careless mistake and accidentally leaked his birth certificate.
The news spread like wildfire, and Markus's world was turned upside down. His fans were shocked, and he was bombarded with questions and interviews. But what he didn't expect was the support and compassion that he received from the NBA community and the world at large. In fact, even a billionaire rapper, Rihanna, was taking notice of his story.
At first, Markus was hesitant to reach out to Rihanna. He didn't want to burden her with his problems, and he was afraid of what she might think. But as he saw the kindness and understanding in her eyes, he knew that he could trust her.
Together, they began to plan his next move. Rihanna helped him navigate the intense media attention and offered him a safe haven in her world. And as they chatted and laughed, Markus began to fall for her.
Meanwhile, Markus's real parents, Princess Aiko and her husband, the Emperor, were watching the news with a heavy heart. They had always known about Markus, and they had always hoped to find him. But they had never imagined that their son would become such a huge star in America.
Through their connections in the NBA community, the Emperor was able to contact Markus's agent and arrange a meeting. The prince was nervous and excited, but he was ready to face his parents and the truth about his past.
As he stepped into the Palace, Markus felt a mix of emotions. He was overjoyed to finally be reunited with his mother and father, but he was also filled with bitterness and anger. He felt abandoned, and he wanted to know why they hadn't come for him all those years