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36: Different strokes
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His Forbidden Mate 37: The uncertainty of love
I watch the queen from a far responding to the guests, all sending in their congratulations to her and her husband, King Xavier who stood beside her. She looked delightful and did everything gracefully. It all came naturally to her, and I felt privileged to walk in the same room with her and to have even had a moment to converse with her. “What are you thinking?” Edward asked. He had done his best to stay throughout the day, and even when he received words from his father, the alpha of alphas; he declined and instructed the guard to return to Robb with a message from him. It was a bold move from him to stand up and say no to his father, and I applauded him for it. “This comes naturally to her,” I said and his eyes followed to rest on Mia and a wide smile spread over his face. “It does, and that’s why she’s queen.” “It is. She’s an amazing queen.” I stayed silent, watching the queen and king speak to the guest and relate warmly with those around them. I always thought differentl
His Forbidden Mate 38: Heartbreak
“Edward.” He unwrapped his arms from around my waist and I felt my heart shrink in my chest and cold gripped my skin. “Father,” he bowed his head a little, and I did likewise. “We had plans to meet this morning. What changed? What could be more important than your future?” the grey-haired man demanded, his eyes too fixed on his son to acknowledge my presence. “My presence was needed here, father and I needed to commit to this.” “You’re sounding just like your brother. Do not become reckless. The kingdom cannot afford that at this point.” I saw Edward’s teeth clench and I could tell he was doing his very best to keep silent while his father ranted on. “I know my part to play and when my time comes, I’ll do what needs to be done.” Edward didn’t look happy about what he had to do, and I didn’t know what that was. He had spent the whole day with his father yesterday, but didn’t tell me what his meeting with his father was about. I should have asked, but from the look of things
His Forbidden Mate 39: The price of mistake
Edward POV.I stood watching my father speak to a few elders present at the banquet while I drank the grape wine in my goblet. Kailani was mad at me. I could tell it even though she tried to control her outburst. I couldn’t explain it to her without hurting her, and hurting her was the last thing I wanted to do. She was the woman of my dreams and she was everything to me. Yet, I had hesitated when I had stood face to face with my father earlier. I wouldn’t have if I didn’t already know his plans set out for me and it wasn’t something I wanted. Being royal meant you had no control over your destiny. You would always have to put the kingdom first. I understood that, but things were not as easy as they seemed. I wanted Kailani for many reasons, but none of them were selfish reasons. No one would understand my reasons, because I’ve somehow appeared spotless and noble since I could remember.Sure, I could compare what I had with Kailani to what Xavier had with Zara, but they were not the sa
His Forbidden Mate 40: Love and responsibility
I returned to our chambers and found her things untouched, which meant she had not been here to take any of them. She had run away just like she did eight years ago, only this time, I made her leave.I lied to her, avoided the truth and broke her heart in the end.I had sent out guards to search for her also and I went ahead with a carriage, but we couldn’t find her. After many hours of searching for her, I returned to the Palace. I felt Kailani must have returned to Lurds, but I couldn’t guarantee that was true. I needed a guarantee. That something bad hadn’t happened to her. This was all my fault. She could be in danger for all I know, and I pushed her into that danger.The voices in my head were surging higher and driving me crazier with their nagging and guilt. I needed Kailani; I needed the peace she brought me.I stepped back into the hall, and this time found Xavier with queen Mia waiting for me. I wondered if they had gotten rest after the party or if I had also stolen their p
His Forbidden Mate 41: Cruelty of sacrifice
Xavier’s words were comforting. Knowing he’d be on my side and root for my decision made me feel happy, yet I couldn’t sleep as I went to bed. I couldn’t stop thinking about Kailani or where she could be. I hoped and prayed she was safe and, though my guilt lingered, I knew I wouldn’t be able to find her. I missed her. It had been less than a day, but I missed her. Her laughter, her silly and witty remarks, her voice. I missed staring at her and getting lost in her eyes. I missed the smile and the way she said my name. I missed everything about her. The ray of sun flickered over my face and my eyes opened to see the dawning of the day. I needed to start my day with a clear head and after my meditation; I started getting ready. I marched downstairs and found Xavier and Mia at the dining table, about to have breakfast. Their heads lifted to acknowledge my presence. “You look like shit. Did you even get any sleep last night?” Xavier raised a brow. “A few hours. Thanks for caring.
His Forbidden Mate 42: Peace
Kailani’s POV I stayed curled up in the ball on the bed and I’ve remained this way for the last three days of my return from the capital. It did not surprise me that the prince didn’t come after me, or send words. I took it as his way of moving on with lady Shewa, whom he referred to as his childhood friend. It hurt because that wasn’t the Edward I knew, or maybe this was the real Edward and the one I knew was a lie. They would have much in common and she’d be a much better mate than I’ll ever be. She had the name, the grace and confidence, and I could tell she didn’t have a tainted past as I did. I would settle for my life as it was and make the most of it. It would take time to get over him, that was for sure, but I would get over him in time. My door cracked open as Jane stepped in. “Should I bring you dinner in bed?” “I’m not hungry,” I mumbled and sniffed. “You have said that in the last three days. You’re going to break down without meat in your system, Ani.” That was the
His Forbidden Mate 43: The space between the truth
I stayed silent, wanting him to continue, and he did. “Over a year ago, my brother sent me to the north with a message for Alpha Koz, the alpha of truth and knowledge, and on my way back from the North, I saw you. It had been five years since my encounter with you then and a lot had changed since then in my life, yet I recognized you and I felt something I never felt in a long while.”I remember visiting the north because I received word about a child I had searched for a few years earlier. She was being held as a prisoner and I negotiated a release. I could not help her because she was sold to the slave traders before my arrival. I returned to Lurds sad, knowing what awaited her. I didn’t know Edward had seen me then. “There I made it my mission to find you and when I did, I knew I had to have you. My whole being yearned for you despite my better judgement. You felt real and gave peace to my never-ending chaotic mind and silenced the voice in my head. No one had ever done that.”“Y
His Forbidden Mate 44: Control
“Take off your clothes, Edward,” I said with a very firm voice, despite how nervous I felt. He obeys, grabbing his coat and shrugging it off his shoulder. He yanked his shirt off and tossed it and the floor, leaving him naked from the waist up. My eyes followed every movement, anticipating and not wanting to miss anything, and it became an uncontainable desire. I undressed as well, getting rid of the dress I had on. His hand quickly undid his trousers, and they dropped off, leaving him naked before me, hard and delicious. I closed the space between us and my lips locked on his, my body pressed against his, feeling him throb against my stomach from need. This fuelled my want for him and knowing I could do whatever I wanted to do to him felt oddly empowering. I place my hands on his shoulders and trailed my touch over his inked arms. He has spoken about how he got his many scars. He had pushed boundaries past the point that he should. He had never let me touch them and had always caug
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