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‘You do have one huge battle to fight before you can choose any path, Will.’

‘What?’ I ask nervously.

‘Stopdrinking. You could’ve killed someone last night, and the exact same situation nearly killed you not long ago. This is no longer you binge drinking on the weekends. I know this is hard to hear but you’re a full-blown alcoholic, sweetheart. It’s barely ten in the morning and the tabloids are already chattering about what a mess you are.’

The cameras outside the police station are proof of that. Somehow they know shit before I do, and are like vultures to get their story. I can only imagine what’s being printed right this second.

‘If you truly love Berkley, you’ll choose yourself first. Get sober. Not a sober week, or month. Stop begging her back. None of that’s enough at this point. See a counselor. Figure out the issues you have with your family, face your demons and climb out of this. Then grovel, Will. Grovel hard, and try and win her back. I don’t think you’re too late but if you keep going the way you are, you’re going to miss your chance altogether.’

I nod. ‘You are a wise woman, Laura. Tell Brian I’m sorry and thanks. I’m going to fix this. Somehow, I will. I promise.’

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BERKLEY

Five Months Later, March 2023

PDXROYALSFANS

Ay-ay-ay! Two years in and the show is getting HAWT, viewers. So much happened last season that one paragraph might not sum up each of our stars but we’ll give it a go.

King Mikey finally convinced Felicity to skinny-dip with him in the hot-tub (‘for shits and giggles’ was his exact bribe) and things went exactly where we thought they would – XXX. Mike celebrated the next morning by going out for a big breakfast with Finn at the crew’s favorite diner to talk details (that we all had to hear – remember, Finn is Felicity’s brother… EW) but where was Felicity? Was Mike the gentleman who let his lady sleep in after a night of rambunctious shenanigans? Nope. They didn’t air this next part but a little mouse on set has told me that when Mikey woke that morning, Felicity had already left the apartment. Not his bed – THE ENTIRE APARTMENT. Did she sneak out before sunrise, because if so, ouch.

Lord Finn has sweet-talked his way into being aPlaygirlcenterfold. We’re not sure whose idea this was but if you’re looking for a full Finn ‘spread’, it’s on its way. We’re not going to lie, viewers, we’re scared and I think you should be too. If his eyebrows look like that, I can’t imagine what his – oh, never mind, this is a PG-rated article. On a brighter note, Finn has created a menu to die for at a soon-to-open upscale restaurant. We’ll have more details on that soon.

Princess Felicity’s publicist has officially denied any connection between her and Mikey. ‘It’ never happened, according to the tabloid headlines. Nothing like paying a magazine to reject a guy. She and Danika are still in business mode, pitching products to local businesses and their online store is practically ready for business.

Prince Willy is on a spiraling decline. For the last few months we haven’t seen him sober even once. Rumors of secret meetings between him and the network are swirling around and we’re beginning to worry about his wellbeing. We are far past party-boy status and wonder if medical intervention might be necessary for the young reality star. The fighting between him and his housemates is next-level concerning as well. What is bringing Willy down? Talk to us, Will!

The show airs on E! every Sunday at 9:00 p.m. PST.

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PORTLAND TIMBERS WATCH

Alex Donovan and Berkley Kaine (Prince Willy’s childhood love) have officially broken up. We’ve never been too sure how serious their relationship has been but word is it’s over.

Perhaps it has something to do with the altercation Alex was in with one of our photographers who asked about Berkley and Will’s current relationship. She didn’t have an answer and when Alex stepped up to speak for her, things took a turn for the worse. (Don’t worry, our photographer, Aiden, is fine and has decided not to press charges as Alex has openly volunteered to pay for the camera he destroyed.)

We have to compliment Berkley for her ability to nail down two very desirable men in the city, but why aren’t things working out for her? She seems like a sweet girl. We’ll keep our eyes and ears open and let you know as soon as we know more.

Both Alex and Berkley declined to comment when we contacted them but Alex’s publicist says all is well in Donovan’s world and he’s excited about this season. As are we! Go Timbers!

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The continual knocking at my apartment door after business hours tells me this unexpected visitor is one of four people with access to the building. Bianca, Olivia, Gunner or Will. Not that the last one has direct access anymore. I yank the door open just as Bianca starts to put her key into the lock.

‘Christ on a cracker, woman.Whyare you not answering your phone? I thought you were dead!’ she half yells as she and Bryce invite themselves in. I’d turn them away, but Bryce has a pizza in his hands, and a girl’s gotta eat.

‘Good Lord,’ Bryce says, looking around the place. ‘You just gave up with life, eh? Because of a break-up withAlex?’

Yep, I dumped him. I don’t like when men try to speak for me and the way he talked about Will and my previous relationship made me look just as bad as him so I told him I needed a break. He wasn’t thrilled but considering he’s on the road right now, he peacefully left the city and the whole thing has brought every relationship misery I’ve ever had to the forefront of my mind. I don’t even know how these reporters put it all together unless someone gave them the 411 and I’ve no clue who that could have been, besides Alex. He’s competitive; it makes sense if it was him trying to get under Will’s skin.

‘What makes you think I gave up?’ I ask, offended.

Bryce laughs. ‘Well, the thirty empty Chinese take-out boxes. The overflowing garbage. The pile of Kleenex on your coffee table. The army of dead flowers all over the room. Shall I go on?’

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