Chapter 20 - Miriam Misunderstands

Miriam hesitantly followed Heath down the hallway of Almandine Castle into the dining room for their breakfast.

On the back of Heath's left hand that was holding hers, was a mark extending to the man's ring finger. It was their imprinting mark.

Miriam also looked at the back of her own left hand, which had the same mark. She secretly smiled happily, because they had officially become a fated mate.

It had been two days since she had arrived at Almandine Castle. For two days, Heath, who finally finished his rutting period, had taken control of himself from fondling Miriam fiercely.

Of course, they were resting between their intercourse, but Miriam didn't come out of the room at all. Their food and other necessities were delivered by the maid after Heath ordered them anyway.

Miriam heard today was the day of the victory celebration that Almandine held to welcome the Old Duke's return from the battlefield.

It seemed that the Old Duke was serious about keeping his promise. He would