CHAPTER 142ROWANTwo days after the meditation session, my body was still buzzing with golden light. It hummed warmly under my skin as we walked back toward the palace. The kings stayed close, their hands brushing against mine while they spoke in low, praising voices. Kade, however, was quieter than usual. His eyes had grown darker, watching me with that intense, hungry look he sometimes wore.We turned a corner into a shaded alcove nestled between two tall hedges in the private royal garden. No one ever came here. It was quiet, hidden, and perfect.Without warning, Kade grabbed my wrist and pulled me into the corner with him. His grip was firm yet careful as he pressed me against the stone wall, his body covering mine completely.“Kade—” I started, my breath catching.“Shh,” he murmured, his voice low and rough. “I need you right now. I’ve been thinking about this the entire session. Turn around for me, baby.”My heart raced as I obeyed, pressing my hands against the cool stone. Kad
Baca selengkapnya