All Chapters of Sold To The Scarred King: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

I had no idea when I jumped into his arms out of excitement, and he returned the hug. I paused, realizing what I did, and quickly pulled back.My cheeks were red.“S.. sorry.” I said nervously.“It’s alright.” He responded with a smile.I think this was the first time he had ever smiled at me.“B.. but how? How did you get all of this done in one day?” I asked curiously.“I have my ways.” “He leaned on the door. “Do you like it?”“Like it? I love it! It’s… It’s everything I ever wanted.” I clapped in excitement. ”I seriously can’t wait to start painting.“Hold your horses, you have to be completely better before you think of that.”I pouted. “I am all good now! I swear!”He gave me a look.I sighed. “Fine. Perhaps I can hold off for a few more days, but please let me at least paint something. I promise it’s not going to be something difficult. You could stay and watch.”He nodded slowly as he walked to the sofa and sat down.I reconsidered what I just said. With him here, I was going

I looked once more in the bags before I decided to head downstairs to see exactly what he bought.I could hear loud, excited chatter before I reached the playground.“Miss Elara! Your husband is so nice! Look what he got me! My eyes widened as I saw the children holding various toys, some of which were bigger than they were. These were the few essentials?!”“Elara! Your husband is a hunk! You didn’t tell me how attractive he was!” Beth nudged me playfully as she squealed.“Beth, did Cassian get all of these?” I pointed at the now filled courtyard.“Wonderful, isn’t it?! Imagine how surprised I was when he and your totally delicious bodyguard began hauling in toys and toiletries. He even got food for all the kids. That’s being set up in the kitchen now.”“Wait, what? He bought toys, toiletries, and food?” I asked, bewildered.“Yes! He is so tall, and that mask gives off a bad-boy edge. You definitely scored, girl! I was even surprised he knew my name. I didn’t know you had told him abo

I let out a moan as Cassian’s lips moved to my neck. My hands were already in his hair.“C.. cassian.” I let out a moan.He suddenly pulled back, his eyes on mine, hooded with something I couldn’t decipher.Our stares were quite intense.I bit my swollen bottom lip as I hesitantly reached out to touch his mask.Before I could reach it, he suddenly held my hand.I guess he didn’t want to allow me to touch it.“Elara-““Don’t. We don’t have to talk about this. It was spur-of-the-moment and meant nothing. I know Celeste is the only one allowed to touch your mask.” The pot’s whistle brought us out of our trance as I scoffed, releasing my hand from his grip. I jumped down from the countertop, moving Cassian out of my way.He looked surprised. “H.. how-““How did I know? Yeah, I saw you both.”He didn’t say anything as I walked to the pot.I didn’t say anything until the sound of footsteps alerted me that he had already left.I turned off the burner and closed my eyes. I could feel tears pr

I looked around. There was no one in the hallway.Maybe Rose dropped it. She normally did stuff like that.I grabbed the cup and made my way back into my room.The cup of cocoa certainly helped in keeping me warm as I snuggled into bed.I didn’t spend too much time awake before finally sleeping off.The next day I was up and ready bright and early. I wasn’t ready for another game of cat and mouse with Cassian. If he was ready to talk, he knew where to find me.I checked myself in the mirror one last time before smiling and walking out. Another weekend was approaching. Another depressing two days.When I got downstairs, Rose was already setting up the table.“Good morning, Rose. Thanks for the cocoa you dropped outside my room yesterday, although you didn’t have to hover like a ghost.” I chuckled. “It really helped me to settle into bed last night, so thank you.”“Good morning, ma’am. I’m sorry, but what cocoa? I didn’t come up to your room after asking you if you wanted dinner.” Rose

I woke up feeling much better. I guess yesterday really took a toll on me. I had a strange feeling today was going to be a good day. It was a weekend, so that was already a plus.I got ready, and soon I was already going down for breakfast. Rose greeted me as usual as I sat down. I was eating silently when I heard footsteps. I looked up as Cassian walked in.I paused as our eyes maintained eye contact until I tore my eyes away. This was the first time I was seeing him in almost a week.A maid seemed to share my sentiment as she paused, staring in surprise. “S..sir, Good morning, s.. sir. Shall I serve your breakfast?” She asked, fumbling over her words.Cassian merely nodded, dropping his phone on the table and sitting down.I silently continued to eat, but I definitely couldn’t deny the awkward silence that swallowed the room. The silence was deafening.I tried to avoid looking at him as much as possible, solely focused on my food.My eyes wandered to him a few times. He looked…. St