To me it was such an embarrassing moment; however, I was certain that the other people didn’t feel that way. “Prince Leonard has formally requested for you to act as his mate on the night of the full moon,” Madame Sand informed me with clear excitement.Although she was trying her best to sound composed and formal, I could see and hear just how excited she was from her tone of voice and the look in her eyes. Her enthusiasm made me unsure of how I should react. Honestly, at first I only thought of the promise that the prince made with me as a personal vow that was supposed to be share between us. It never occurred to me that his choice would be made into such a public affair nor that it would catch the attention of so many people. “I see. Thank you for letting me know,” I murmured without knowing what else to say. “You don’t sound so pleased or surprised. Did you already know about it?” she asked while looking slightly disappointed. “Prince Leonard told me beforehand so there’s har
I sensed so many different emotions just from observing the women around me. Hope, excitement, fear, dread, and many other emotions that I couldn’t quite identify painted the expression on the faces of so many beautiful women that were gathered around me. “For tonight, Carmen Lorenz, congratulations you have been chosen to serve Prince Florian. Please do your very best,” Madame Sand announced. “Aww…thank you. Thank you everyone…” a gorgeous woman with dark brown hair and very wide eyes said before smiling and blowing kisses to everyone around her. She raised her arms above her head as if striking a victory pose before lowering it down to wave to everyone. From her reaction, I could guess that she was more than thrilled to have been chosen. Also, it didn’t seem like this was the first time that she had been chosen to spend the night with Prince Florian. “She won’t be the only one and we all know it…” someone muttered close to me. I turned around to see who had spoken those words b
Night had finally arrived. It felt like the daytime flew rapidly by and the sun seemed more eager to depart for the night to start than any other day. Formally spending the night of the full moon with Prince Leonard was a new thing to me and I didn’t know that there were supposed to be many preparations to be completed. It wasn’t as simple as turning up at his door or waiting for him to pay me a visit. To my slight dismay, the private and personal promise that I thought was romantic between the prince and me quickly evolved into an event that involved so many people. “We’re here to help you prepare for tonight,” a senior maid informed me after knocking on my door. Glancing behind her, I could see Salena and Jessie along with four other maids. I smiled a little and nodded without wanting to make a fuss before stepping back to let them into my room. Although I didn’t know why a mini-army of maids were required to help me get ready, I didn’t question it and just decided to go with the
It was obvious enough why the dress was designed to be like this. I had no idea why they had to go so far to make the dress so revealing. Prince Leonard didn’t seem to suffer much in removing whatever clothing that I had on from my previous experience with him and if the other princes were of a similar caliber, then they probably didn’t have any problem with it either. “No,” she replied bluntly without offering any other alternatives. “Right. It’s so complicated to put on too…” I said because I couldn’t stop myself from complaining. “Also, the most important part isn’t how you put it on but how you take it off,” the senior maid said quite emotionlessly. How I take it off?By that time, perhaps I should have been used to people talking about mating and everything related to it with a straight face; however, that wasn’t the case, and I was always taken aback by how casually people talked about it. Before I could think of something to say about that, there was an unexpected knock at
“You can look all you want, I won’t get embarrassed,” Asana said with a sardonic chuckle. Salena was shocked again at the words directed at her and all she could do was avert her gaze before nodding her head shyly. Her reactions only drew another laugh of amusement from Asana who continued to parade around her dressing room in nothing but her own skin. Madame Sand let out a loud sigh before shaking her head from side to side. The way that Asana acted was nothing new to Madame Sand; however, she still couldn’t bring herself to appreciate Asana’s over confidence and blatant nature. “Madame Sand…” Asana purred in a teasing voice before she continued laughing. “What is it?” Madame Sand asked sternly. Asana turned to face the Madame before she softly bit on the fingertip of her index finger while cocking her head slightly to the side in wonder. Her eyes were even wider and rounder than before as she stared at Madame Sand. For a moment, she stopped giggling and there was an air of serio
“Umm…yes…” Salena replied in a nervous whisper. “What do you think?” Asana asked before she flashed Salena a wide smile. “Umm…what do I think about…?” Salena asked before trailing off. “What do you think Prince Darius would like? You know…for tonight…” Asana asked before winking at Salena’s reflection in the mirror. Salena felt another rush of heat flooding into her face as she blushed a deeper shade of red at Asana’s words. It was bad enough for her that she had to witness the conversation unfolding around her but the situation had headed for the worst when Asana actively included her into the conversation. “Umm…I don’t know…” Salena murmured while stuttering a little. “You don’t? That’s a shame. Maybe I can find out what he likes by asking him. What do you think? Is that a good idea?” Asana asked before she laughed quite loudly. “Stop teasing the poor girl,” Madame Sand interjected. “I’m not teasing her and please don’t call her a poor girl. She must be around my age so why
“What are you talking about? I don’t follow you at all,” Madame Sand said with a regrettable shake of her head. The older woman was even more confused when she saw the calculating smirk that appeared on Asana’s lips. Due to her background, Madame Sand already knew that Asana was difficult to deal with. Although women living in the Sacred Chambers came from various backgrounds to ensure that the princes were well entertained and interested, she was surprised when a young woman with vast experience in the adult industry was sent here. To be more exact, she was purchased on contract to serve here. Madame Sand closed her eyes and let out another sigh as she thought that she might have lost a couple of years from her lifespan just talking to Asana. However, she would be lying if she said that she wasn’t at least a tiny bit interested in what Asana had to say. Perhaps, it was possible that this young woman who had experience well beyond her years in her relevant field could see or sense s
When Asana lifted her head again, her face was once again brave, and her smile was radiantly bright. “If you can get the prince’s permission to serve him exclusively, then you may retire in the way that you want. However, you do understand that you can’t leave this place until your contract is over, right?” Madame Sand asked with a worried look on her face.“Of course, I’m aware of that. Thank you, Madame Sand,” Asana replied before turning and heading for the door. A slight throbbing pain pressured the sides of Madame Sand’s skull and she had to raise her hand to rub them as she closed her eyes. Her job was a busy one and there were always so many people, parties, and political agendas involved. Just as that thought ran through her mind, her mobile phone began vibrating against her thigh where she had placed it in the pocket of the skirt of her uniform. One glance at the same on the screen told her that another storm was coming her way. “How may I be of assistance to you, Prime Mi
“Congratulations to us, you’re pregnant, Mila!” Prince Leonard announced excitedly.“I’m pregnant?” I asked more out of curiosity than out of surprise. Although I knew that the prince would never joke about something like this, I still found it hard to believe that I was suddenly pregnant.“That’s right, you’re pregnant, and that means we’re about to have another baby,” Prince Leonard said before breaking into another wide smile.“I’m…really pregnant?” I whispered as I struggled to wrap my head around the prince’s sudden announcement.“The doctor said that you might have been feeling tired because you’re in the early stages of pregnancy. I’m sorry that I hadn’t realized this sooner; otherwise, I would have kept all the ceremonies short so that you didn’t have to go through all of that when you’re feeling so tired,” the prince said apologetically as he took my hands into his. I kept staring at the prince as he buried the side of his face against the palm of my hand.“We’re about to hav
“Have you eaten anything? Actually, that’s a very stupid question. I know that you haven’t really eaten anything because you haven’t had the time, right?” the Duchess asked knowingly.Although I didn’t want to admit it because I didn’t want to be an inconvenience to anyone, the Duchess was spot on correct that I hadn’t had the time or the opportunity to eat anything. The day had been so busy from early in the morning up until the evening, and everything seemed more important than filling my own stomach.“It’s fine, I’ll make sure to eat something when this reception is over,” I told her reassuringly before offering her a smile. Duchess Flavia only gave me a disapproving glare before shaking her head from side to side.“You look like you’re about to faint. It’s like I can see your face go pale even with all the makeup,” she said as she brought her face closer to mine to get a closer look at me.“I’m feeling fine,” I told her while I tried to convince myself that I wasn’t feeling light-
"Your daughter looks like you," Prince Leonard commented."And I think that your son looks like you, and I'm sure that he will grow up into a great king," Regina said, and I could hear the confidence in her voice."Let me know if you ever need anything," the prince told her with a warm smile."You're always too kind. Please take good care of yourself and of Mila. Mila, please take care of our King," Regina said, turning to address me."I will," I replied shortly before finding myself smiling at her.Regina truly did look happier than the time when she lived in the palace. It felt like the shadow that had always been following her around and haunting her was no longer there. I could tell that she was no longer living under pressure, and it made her shine with happiness and freedom. It seemed that I didn't have to worry about her anymore.After some parting words, Regina led her daughter away from us so that we could converse with other guests. I had no idea how many conversations we ha
Prince Leonard probably had no idea that it was the way his beautiful eyes looked at me and the way his alluring lips curved up into a smile that was responsible for making everything else fade away from my field of vision so that all I could do was focus on him."Thank you for making me your queen," I whispered softly and sweetly.The prince only nodded his head once before carefully placing the crown on the top of my head. When I was aware of the world surrounding us again, all I could hear was the thundering sound of applause that echoed in the royal hall...."Hang in there for just a little longer, Mila," the prince said before flashing me a teasing smile."I guess we're done with two out of the three parts of what we have planned for today," I mumbled before stifling a yawn. I had no idea why I felt so lethargic and sleepy, although it was only just early in the evening. So far, the prince and I operated as the perfect team to pull off two of our most important events of the day
His words touched me like never before, and I could feel it in my heart and soul that I reciprocated his feelings and thoughts. I had never understood the concept of fated mates until I experienced it myself along with the prince. Our bond felt stronger and firmer than any endearing words of promise."I love you. I’ll love you forever," I said the words that came naturally to my mind.**Back to the present**When it came my turn to say ‘I do’, I found myself managing to say it without any difficulty. It must have been partly because I truly meant it when I vowed to be with the prince in sickness and in health, through thick and thin; however, I was certain that everything felt easier because I knew that we had a bond that even the heavens could never break."I do," I said firmly when it was my turn.When we shared the kiss to seal our wedding vows, I knew that what we had was something that was going to last forever until the end of our lifetimes....Our wedding ceremony in the churc
I gave Logan's hand a slight squeeze before taking my first step forward into the church. I could feel everyone's eyes on me as I reminded myself to keep my head held high, curving my lips into one of my most beautiful smiles. Without any hesitation, I made my way forward down the aisle. The fact that each step forward brought me closer to the man waiting for me at the end of the aisle gave me the comfort and courage to continue on. I didn't even bother trying to identify faces that I might recognize in the crowd of guests present on both sides of me.It felt as if all my nervousness melted away completely when my eyes met Prince Leonard's. I’d always thought he looked amazingly attractive, but seeing the prince wearing an all-white tuxedo standing in front of the altar with such a loving smile on his face as he waited for me was out of this world. I felt my heart skip a beat in my chest, and it wasn't at all because of my nervousness. Everything and everyone around me slowly faded aw
It was clear that everything was too extravagant for my own taste to the point where it must have been pretty obvious to Prince Leonard that I had no hand in the selection and design of the proposed decorations. "I'm actually fine with anything. I think everything they've chosen is very beautiful, and their work is a lot more professional than anything I could have done by myself," I admitted to the prince honestly."If that's the case, then fine, but if there's anything that you don't like, just tell them to take it out," the prince said firmly."I just think it's easier to let them sort everything out. It's enough for me that we'll be getting married and that Logan will be there to witness our union," I said while trying to keep my tone cheerful. I was certain that if I picked out anything by myself or intervened with the guest list, I would be bringing unwarranted complications and troubles that I didn't want to deal with."If that's what you say," the prince said after finally gi
I should have known that the prince would never want to become the next king for his own personal gain. I found myself nodding my head naturally in agreement with his plan when I realized that I also had to play my part in contributing to the happiness of our son in the future.“I agree that that seems to be the easiest way. I guess if you become king, you can change the rules in whatever way you want,” I said while seeing more than a glimpse of hope.“It’s not going to be that easy. Many people on the committee are going to be against it, but this is our best shot. No matter what, we’re going to make this successful and change the rules of this country for the better,” the prince said, so motivatingly that I found myself feeling slightly excited.“I guess bringing change, especially big changes, isn’t going to be easy,” I said, but by then I couldn’t stop myself from smiling. In my mind, I had already envisioned such a bright future, and it gave me the greatest honor to be able to co
“What is it?” I asked, feeling a sense of worry stir in the pit of my stomach.“I’m concerned about Logan,” the prince confessed in a whisper.“Concerned? What is there for you to be concerned about? Is something wrong?” I bombarded him with questions, thinking there might be a threat to Logan’s safety. I had no idea why I felt that way, but I just had a very bad feeling.“Remember when you asked me why I changed my mind about taking over the throne? I’m sorry, but I haven’t been entirely honest with you,” the prince said with a regretful look on his face.“It’s fine. It must have been hard for you,” I said understandingly while wondering what had the prince feeling so concerned. “What is it about Logan?” I asked as I started to frown with worry.“Logan is getting a lot better at controlling his transformations now, but he’s still too young for us to be sure about what will happen in his future,” Prince Leonard said.It was true that our son had improved tremendously at controlling hi