Chapter 22.

I stare at her as she sleeps peacefully, and it kills every aggressive thought in me. I lay in bed with her and I stare at her face, tucking a strand of hair that falls loosely on her face behind her ears.

“You’re my girl and mine alone” I tell her even though she’s sleeping and place a kiss on her forehead.

“Mm mm” she says smiling and gradually opens her eyes.

“You’re awake” I say, stating the obvious.

“Yeah, cause you couldn’t let me sleep in peace. And how long have you been staring at me?”

“Long enough to realize that I wouldn’t want to lose this beautiful face to anyone else” I say

“I promise you won’t” and her words ease me.

“I love you princess Anastasia” I smile, kissing her forehead continuously, and she lets out a giggle.

“Can I have some food now?” she questions, smiling like a baby.

“Of course, princess, you can. Now let’s get you downstairs”.

“I want to have it here instead. In your room, on your bed and with you” she whines.

“Alright, fine! After eating, then we can go