Louis's POVI lost track of how many twists and turns the car took before finally pulling up at the castle.Slowly, I helped Claire, who had fallen asleep from exhaustion, out of the car."Your Highness, you're back... Oh, Luke, Anna, come help His Highness," Alfred said."No, Alfred."I shot Alfred a quick glance, declining his offer and signaling him to keep his voice down."No one but me touches my girl. That's something I hope everyone understands.""Of course, Your Highness."Unlike the others, Alfred didn't show fear of my reprimand. He simply nodded slightly and quickly caught up with my steps."I understand Claire's importance to you, Your Highness. I just hoped the staff could help bring in the things Claire purchased, nothing more.""Alright."If it weren't for Alfred's reminder, I might have forgotten the real purpose of this outing amidst the passion in the car just now.But then again, what could be more important than enjoying bliss with my fated mate?Thinking of this,

For some reason, Kitty's response sent shivers down my spine. I looked at her innocent and adorable face, but strong feelings of unease and suspicion crept up from deep within me, leaving me unsettled. But in the next moment, Kitty's pale face lit up with a sweet smile. "It looks perfect."So, turns out the tower of blocks was already built.At that moment, Kitty's cute voice dispelled my inner unease. I was infected by her smile and couldn't help but pat her golden curls, praising, "Well done, Kitty." Perhaps it was her first time interacting with a stranger, and Kitty seemed a bit shy. She awkwardly looked away and pointed to a portrait on the wall, asking me, "Who is that? His hair looks as beautiful as mine.""Oh, that's Prince Liam," I began to explain—But as my gaze followed Kitty's to the portrait, my hand, which had been stroking Kitty's hair, froze in mid-air.Oh my moon goddess!I widened my eyes in astonishment, rapidly comparing the faces of Kitty and Liam in the painting

Claire's POV"Awesome!"I pumped up next to Olivia, who looked relieved, her worries melting away like she was just on vacation at the castle."Finally, it's time for some much-needed girl talk with my bestie! We haven't had a good chat in almost two months! Spill some royal gossip, my dear bestie! I promise I'll keep it a secret!"I shrugged helplessly at my friend."Believe me, Olivia, I'd love to indulge your curiosity. But unfortunately, the only royal member I've met so far is Prince Louis. And as for gossip, what you've heard from outside will probably be juicier than anything I could tell you.""Oh no!" Olivia groaned. "Come on, Claire! Don't be a buzzkill!""Well, if you're really itching for royal dirt, there's someone else around here who's better suited to spill the beans than me."Curious as ever, Olivia quickly asked, "Who?""Kyle.""Kyle?"I raised an eyebrow at Olivia's puzzled expression. "Didn't you mention earlier that he witnessed the friendship between Evans and Pr

Louis's POV"What's the status now?"Leaning against the command console, I queried Martin over the radio. He was on his way to the site of the Black Pearl incident, my trusted beta and personal warrior."Your Highness, the sea is still rough with heavy fog, visibility is low, and we're still searching for Luna Diana."Martin's voice remained steady, but his words only added to my already mounting frustration."We need to find my mother at all costs! Got it?""Yes, Your Highness."Ending the communication, I angrily ripped the radio off my chest and hurled it against the wall."Damn it!"Next second, Garfield appeared like a ghost, calmly picking up the shattered radio. He stopped a meter away from me."Your Highness."Not yet having calmed my inner rage, I vented my remaining fury at him."What is it?""You haven't slept in over thirty hours, Your Highness. It's time to rest.""Do you really think it's a good idea, Garfield?" I snorted, "To suggest sleeping when my mother is still mi

Claire's POV"Hurry up, give me the doll!"By the time Alfred and I rushed to the grassy area where the kids were playing, Chris had already stopped crying. On the lawn, Maria was like a fierce mother wolf, shielding Chris by her side. With his mother's support, Chris began ruthlessly snatching the rabbit doll from Kitty's hands, threatening her with all sorts of words."If you don't let go, I'll have my mom snatch you up and throw you into the South Forest! There, you'll be eaten by monsters just like this rabbit!"Chris's curse left me utterly shocked. Was this the same sweet little prince who used to flirt with Louis? And how did he know about the South Forest?Watching Kitty being roughly dragged to the ground by Chris, I instinctively shouted, "Stop!""Don't shout at my boy!"Maria's fierce gaze shot towards me like an arrow, "You don't have the right to do that! You ignorant commoner!""Forgive my bluntness, Maria."Seemingly worried that Maria would attack me again, Alfred inte