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Chapter 101: A Rival Appears

Author: Zoia Zatserkovna
last update Last Updated: 2025-12-21 20:39:08

Mira’s POV

Everyone was gathered next to the carriages.

“Shall we just teleport and save the hassle of travelling?” asked Diana.

“Absolutely not,” Marina said, smiling. “At least we can enjoy the views of the North Kingdom… and I can catch up with my sister during the ride.”

Alexander’s lips twitched, though he tried to hide his disappointment. I caught the flicker in his eyes, and he leaned close, his voice low and husky in my ear, “I wanted to have you all to myself… beautiful views, adventurous atmosphere, the sway of the carriage… and me inside you.”

Heat rushed to my cheeks. My pulse skipped. The carriage ride alone sounded tempting—too tempting.

“We’ll have another time to recreate the scene,” I whispered back, brushing my lips along his jaw.

“Yes… for two weeks, I’ll have you all to myself,” he murmured, letting his hand lightly graze mine. His thumb traced lazy, teasing circles, and he winked.

I shivered, my eyes sparkling with mischief.

“What are you two whispering a
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