CHAPTER 19: MY WORRIES

**ALEXANDER'S POV**

I had only met Cynthia once in my life before now. We met at a ball that took place years ago. I was often told that her beauty was like none anyone had ever seen before, but I had to disagree.

If I saw Cynthia two weeks ago, I would have easily said she was the most stunning woman I had ever laid my eyes on. But then I met Natasha, my enchantress.

"Oh, thank the Moon Goddess, you're awake. I was so worried, Alexander. We came as soon as we heard about the incident," she said as she brought our connected hands to her heart.

I pulled my hands out of her hold, not feeling comfortable at all. I didn't like her touch and certainly didn't want my hands anywhere near her chest.

"Cynthia, what are you doing here?" I said with a frowned face.

Her eyes narrowed. "Really? That's how you greet your wife? After I traveled a long distance to see you?"

I sighed, massaging my temples. "I'm sorry, Cynthia, I'm just not myself right now."

"Oh, my love, I know," she said with a smi