155: One to torture him

As I walked behind her toward the dining hall, I couldn't help but admire every single detail that was in my view.

Her body was clad tightly in a lovely purple dress—a color that signified royalty which was what she’d finally become now that Kai was put away— that made my insides ache as her full hips swayed in it, her legs were being carried in black heels that made her look elegant, and her hands were accessorized with pure golden bangles that matched the necklace she was wearing.

The only thing that was out of place was the crystal bracelet that rested in between the golden bangles, but that didn't matter.

All that mattered was that she’d dressed up for me.

I remember how incredibly jealous I usually felt whenever she dressed up for Kai, especially because she was always so gorgeous and she still treated her like bird poop. I’d never make her feel that way, how could I even dare?

“Have I mentioned how stunning you look tonight, Cora?” I asked as we finally stepped into the dining h