Chapter 53

Emmaline

"Morning, Princess."

A sweet voice woke me up from my deep slumber. I slowly opened my eyes but my vision was blocked by a large palm that almost covered my whole face.

"Easy there, sweetheart," Damien murmured and very carefully uncovered my eyes, giving me time to adjust my vision.

'Well, that was cute.' Reina spoke and rubbed her nose against her paws like a shy kitten. I scoffed mentally.

'Damien never fails to fluster you, didn't he?'

'Of course not. He's our mate, after all.' She chirped in my mind making me roll my eyes. I could literally feel her bouncing up and down.

"Where are you lost, love?"

Damien's voice snapped me from my trance. I shook my head and flashed him a small smile.

"Good morning. So, you're taking me to your home today?" I spoke and sat up straight on the bed.

He chuckled and put a rogue strand of my hair behind my right ear softly, "Impatient, aren't we?"

For some reason, his words churned my stomach. His voice held an edge that contrasted with his