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Liora’s P.O.V.Goddess, this was worse!I thought this banquet would be a challenge, but the simple introductions got on my nerves. If it wasn’t for Cassian, I would have embarrassed myself at the elders' table. Tense conversation hummed all around us, piercing gazes sliding over my skin as every smile felt sharpened with poison. My nerves were stretched so tight that even the music felt too loud. No wonder Cassian was so upright and stiff when I first met him. Any normal person could go crazy here. But right now, my composed mate was angry, and I didn’t even need our bond to sense it. Adrian’s joke had snapped something in him. His posture was stiff, and when he looked at Adrian, his gaze burned with sharp warning. It was evident that Cassian didn’t like him. No, he despised him!I filed that away instantly, a silent note carved in my mind: Stay away from Adrian. However, Adrian looked completely unbothered by Cassian’s sharp tone. He only shrugged, swirling his wine casually, h
Cassian’s P.O.V.“Perfect!”That was the first word that came into my mind the moment my gaze fell on Liora. She descended the grand staircase, each step slow and deliberate, radiating elegance and authority. Blue velvet against the soft glow of chandeliers… It was simply breathtaking. Since the day I had seen her in Magnus’s office, she had changed, growing out of misery in the best way possible. I couldn’t stop falling for her, harder and deeper with every passing day. And my mind…it wasn't able to rest. The servants informed me that Gisele had sent this gown for the banquet. I really didn’t want Liora to wear it, as I had trust issues with my stepmom. My family was a nest of snakes, everyone more venomous than the last. I hated the fact that my little fawn was surrounded by those monsters.Warg growled, protective and restless, urging me to save our fragile mate from every evil of the royal world. This place was crawling with polite people who wouldn’t blink before stabbing you i
Liora’s P.O.V.My smile faltered instantly. Heat rushed to my cheeks, my heart racing as the memory replayed too vividly. I bit my lower lip, lowering my voice to a whisper. “That was… my favorite part of the day as well.”Cassian’s expressions softened, his eyes glowing in satisfaction. “I am glad to hear that,” he said gently. Then his tone shifted, amused.“Otherwise, I heard you had a great day.”“You did?” I looked at him, puzzled. He nodded. “You went to see my dad and had a valuable conversation with him in a pleasant atmosphere.”His gaze lingered on me with quiet pride.“Aren’t you already acting like a queen, little fawn?”I chuckled, both shy and pleased by his praise. Happiness blossomed in my chest, the kind that settled deep and steady. My smile widened as I told him excitedly.“Yeah. Your parents have allowed me to call them Mom and Dad, and they liked my baking too. It was good to meet them…”Cassian lifted his brow and cut me off abruptly.“Oh, is that so?” he draw
Liora’s P.O.V.My mouth instantly turned bitter to see Scarlett as she confidently appeared beside Dorian, like she belonged there.Dressed flawlessly, she held a bouquet of colorful flowers that looked like they had been plucked moments ago. With an easy grace, she leaned forward and placed them into the vase at the center of the table, adjusting their stems until they sat upright. Her smile was contagious as she spoke cheerfully.“These fresh flowers are for you, Aunt. I know you love them.”Gisele, Cassian’s stepmother, smiled warmly at Scarlett. “Thanks for the flowers. You always take care of my preferences, dear.”I felt a sudden twinge of being overshadowed, Scarlett’s natural ease and polished conversation making her seem effortlessly at home. My fingers fidgeted with the folds of my dress as I tried to figure out my next move, carefully not to let my nerves show.At that moment, Scarlett’s attention shifted. She turned to me, gasping, a flicker of fear crossing her face. S
Liora’s P.O.V.And I was right!People did talk… a lot. The kitchen glowed with a soft amber light as evening settled over the palace. I stood at the counter, folding almond flour and sugar together. Stacy leaned against the island, grinning like a cat who had just tipped over a milk bowl. “Yes, I knew it!” She sang. “Those dresses were indeed a booty call. I am such a genius.”Beta Damon couldn’t keep his mouth shut and shared the news of our office romance with everyone, which resulted in Stacy’s unstoppable commentary. I rolled my eyes, but my lips betrayed me, curving upwards as I piped circles on the tray. “You are unbearable!”“And correct!” She added smugly, tapping the counter. “That’s why these macaroons are my reward. Gosh, I love fancy sweets.”Since the day I told her I love baking, Stacy had been looking for a chance to test my skills. This dress incident gave her the best opportunity to send me to the kitchen when I was supposed to relax and prepare for my first roya
Liora’s P.O.V.Goddess, how could he say something like that?Cassian was staring at me like I was the only person in the entire world. It wasn’t that I saw him closer for the first time, but my brain shut off while I admired this exceptional creation of gods. My heart raced as his intense ocean-blue eyes locked onto mine. The bit of dark hair that fell in front of them did nothing to shield me from their piercing gaze. I stuttered, unable to voice my thoughts properly. And that was the fault of my freaking gorgeous king, whose muscular figure screamed sex and pure masculinity.“O-Oh, yess. I-I want to s-share something with you.”Cassian’s eyes lit up with interest, the fire in them making me clench my thighs helplessly as he stood, his tall figure towering over me.“Anything specific on your mind, little fawn?” He whispered huskily. “I would like to know your preferences.”Gosh! I forced my mind to come up with an excuse to continue, but it closed its services completely. Luckily,







