Lily’s POV I tried to ignore it most days. I told myself it didn’t matter. That I had Kai now. I had our babies. I had a new life. But the thoughts always came back—soft, nagging, and bittersweet.I thought of my father. Of his stern face and the way his eyes had looked so cold when he told me to leave. I thought of my stepmother, always whispering poison into his ear, always looking at me like I was less than dirt. And I thought of Orianna—my stepsister. The one who had stolen my fiancé. The one who might be wearing the ring that was meant for me.I felt something tighten in my chest.Lately, those thoughts had been coming more and more. And no matter how much love I felt here in Kai’s arms, I couldn’t push them away anymore. I had questions. I had feelings I couldn’t ignore. And I needed closure. I needed something.“Kai…” I said softly, lifting my head slightly to look at him.His fingers paused in my hair, and he tilted his head down to look at me. “What is it, sweetheart?”I hes
Lily’s POV The cookies finally finished baking, and the delicious smell filled the whole kitchen. I carefully pulled the tray out of the oven using the mitts Margaret had left behind, and set it down on the counter. A small puff of warm air followed, and I couldn’t help but smile at how perfect the cookies looked—golden brown with the chocolate chips melted just right.I waited a few minutes so they could cool a little, then used a spatula to gently move them onto a small white plate. I picked the best-looking ones—ones I knew Kai would love—and tried not to eat one myself even though my mouth was watering. I poured a glass of cold milk into a clear glass from the cupboard and placed it beside the plate of cookies on a little wooden tray I found on the side.It looked cute, even if it was simple. I felt proud of myself.Before I left the kitchen, I quickly wiped my hands on a kitchen towel and fixed my hair in the reflection of the microwave door. I didn’t want to look too messy, eve
Lily’s POV Before I could say anything else, he slowly trailed his fingers down my arm, letting them linger on my skin. Goosebumps broke out across my body, and I shivered slightly. His touch always had that effect on me. Then, he lowered his face toward my neck. I sucked in a small breath as he pressed a soft, warm kiss right beneath my ear. His lips moved slowly, gently, sending little sparks of pleasure all through me. I let out a tiny moan before I could stop myself, my body leaning a bit into his. But just as things were getting heated, we both froze at the sound of someone clearing their throat loudly behind us. Kai pulled away slowly, looking over his shoulder with a guilty smile on his face. I turned too, and there was Rhys standing at the entrance of the kitchen, arms crossed, trying not to laugh. “Well, well,” Rhys said, raising an eyebrow. “Can’t even leave her alone in the kitchen without jumping her?” Kai chuckled and didn’t even try to deny it. “Can you blame
Lily’s POVAfter Kai left for work, the room felt way too quiet. I stayed in bed for a little while, just staring at the ceiling, listening to the soft ticking of the clock on the wall. I could still smell Kai’s cologne faintly on the pillows and sheets, and it made me miss him even more—even though he had just left.I reached for my phone, thinking I’d text Mer, but then I remembered she was working today. And Kai had made it very clear he didn’t want me going off on my own, not even for a walk. He was always worried something might happen. Honestly, sometimes it was sweet, but sometimes it made me feel like I was stuck in a really fancy cage.I sighed and rubbed my baby bump gently, feeling the tiniest flutter. "What do we do now, huh?" I whispered to my belly.After a few more minutes of doing absolutely nothing, an idea popped into my head. Cookies. Not just any cookies, but Kai’s favorite—chocolate chip. He always lit up when Margaret made them. His eyes would go all soft, and he
Lily’s POV After I finished eating breakfast, I leaned back against the pillows, feeling warm and full. The tray was still on the nightstand, and Kai gently took it away, kissing my cheek before standing up.“I need to get some work done,” he said softly, brushing a few strands of hair away from my face. “I’ll just take a quick shower first.”I nodded, watching him walk towards the bathroom. The door closed behind him, and I could hear the sound of the water running. I smiled to myself and placed a hand over my bump, whispering to the babies, “Daddy’s going to work now. But don’t worry, we’ll keep him company when he gets back.”A few minutes passed. I stayed in bed, toying with the edge of the blanket and thinking about how nice the morning had been so far. The room was quiet except for the gentle sound of the shower, and I felt so peaceful. Safe. Loved.Then, the bathroom door opened.Kai walked out, a towel wrapped low around his waist, still damp from the shower. His dark hair wa
Lily’s POVThe next morning, I slowly opened my eyes, blinking against the soft rays of sunlight streaming through the sheer curtains. The room was quiet, warm, and filled with the peaceful kind of stillness that only comes after a night of love and comfort. The sheets were tangled around me, and I could still feel the ghost of Kai’s arms around my waist, even though he wasn’t beside me in bed.I rolled slightly to the side and that’s when I saw him.He was sitting on the edge of the bed, shirtless, his back muscles flexing slightly as he leaned forward. His hand was resting gently on my round baby bump, and he was speaking in the softest voice I’d ever heard come out of him.“Hey, my little warriors,” he whispered, rubbing tiny circles over my belly. “Did you sleep well in there? I hope so, because your mama needs rest. She’s carrying both of you like the strong queen she is.”My heart just about burst.I didn’t move. I didn’t make a sound. I wanted to soak it all in—the way his voic
Lily’s POV He kissed me again, this time on the lips. It was slow and deep, the kind of kiss that made my heart race and my toes curl. The warm water ran down our bodies, but I barely noticed it anymore. Everything else seemed to disappear. There was no mansion, no titles, no expectations. Just me and him. Just love.I clung to him as my body trembled. His touch was gentle but firm, like he knew exactly how to make me feel good without saying a word. I felt the pleasure building, spreading through my body like waves crashing against the shore. My breathing got faster, and I moaned softly into his shoulder. He kept whispering sweet things in my ear, his voice low and comforting. I couldn't even catch all the words, but I felt the love behind them.And then, I climaxed.He didn’t let go. He held me tightly, one arm wrapped around my back, the other hand gently stroking my hair as my body shuddered through the pleasure. I buried my face in his chest, feeling warm and safe and completely
Lily’s POV After the baby shower party, Kai and I finally went back to our room. The halls were quiet now, filled only with the soft glow of evening lights and the echo of happy memories. I couldn’t stop smiling. Everything had felt like a dream—one I didn’t want to wake up from. My heart was still fluttering from all the love, the surprise, and how thoughtful everyone had been. But most of all, from Kai.He opened the door to our room and let me in first, his hand resting gently on the small of my back. I stepped inside, still holding onto the little gold clutch I hadn’t even used much. I turned to him, and our eyes met. The way he looked at me made my stomach flutter all over again. There was so much warmth in his gaze—so much love.“Let me help you out of that dress, my love,” he said, his voice low and soft.I nodded, feeling suddenly shy but excited. I stood still as he walked over to me. His hands moved slowly as he reached behind and unzipped the dress. The quiet sound of the
Lily’s POV Everything felt perfect. The music, the warm evening air, the soft lights above us, the sound of people laughing in the distance—it all came together like magic. Kai leaned down and whispered, “You look like a goddess tonight.” I blushed and looked up at him. “You’re just saying that.” “I mean it,” he said. “You’re glowing. And not just because of the pregnancy.” I let out a soft laugh and squeezed his hand. “You’re too sweet.” We kept dancing, slowly swaying in each other’s arms as soft music played in the background. The fairy lights above us twinkled like stars, casting a warm glow over everything. The garden smelled of fresh roses and sweet pastries, and there was a light breeze that made the moment feel even more magical. I leaned into Kai, resting my head gently against his chest, listening to the steady, calm rhythm of his heartbeat. It was so soothing—strong, reliable, and grounding. His hands rested carefully on my lower back, holding me as if I was the most