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The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 16: Old Flames
Shawn sat in his study, deep in thought, and dreading the upcoming meetings he had with his ministers and cabinet members. The announcement of who was chosen as the queen was already scheduled to be made the next day and he needed to be prepared for any potential outcomes. He let out a frustrated sigh and rubbed his temples, feeling the weight of his responsibilities as king bearing down on him. To make matters worse, since he met Catherine Jones in her apartment a few days ago, his mind kept drifting back to her every now and then, making him unable to focus on work effectively. He was correctly lagging behind in a whole lot of paperwork because of this. The memory of Catherine's warm smile and the canny conversations they had kept haunting him nonstop. He had called to check up on her about twice during the week and currently, his fingers were inching to call her again. ‘What was this feeling?’ he thought irritably. He let out another sigh and leaned back in his chair, closing hi
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 17: A Desperate Woman
As Rory noticed the unmistakable change in his mood and tone while speaking about the said woman, she almost went insane with agitation. She had known him for a long time and knew how his facial expressions work. The face he made now was like that of someone who was thinking about a special love interest or crush. ‘Was he already so smitten by that person? Have they already met each other?’ she wondered as a surge of newfound bitterness crept into her chest. Rory's heart sank, and she clenched her fists in frustration. "You're being stubborn and unreasonable, Shawn! What if the woman they chose cannot be trusted? You don't know her that much but I've been here for you all this time. Can't you see that we're meant to be together?" She started again after regaining her composure. "I don't care who it is or if the woman cannot be trusted. But rest assured it will never be you who would become my queen. I would rather marry a crazy dog because I have no interest in a desperate woman li
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 18: The Announcement
The D-day for the announcement of the chosen queen has finally come and everyone was waiting patiently to see who the lucky girl would be. Over the past few weeks, lots of people have been placing huge bets and stakes on the candidate they believe would take the crown. Catherine couldn't help but let out a slight giggle, thinking about how no one was likely to put their money on her. Of course, she couldn't blame them, she would bet on herself either. She never would have thought that she had a chance of becoming the chosen queen anyway.She remembered the night before when she excitedly told her bestie Steven about the news and narrated how the king even came to her apartment. But instead of the expected congratulations, he burst out laughing. “Girl stop dreaming ok. Look I know I told you that you could be the one but common, it's kinda impossible ha ha. Stop pulling my legs okay? I can't believe you took my words so seriously. Hehehehe.”Catherine was taken aback and a little hur
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 19: Crazy Bestie
"OH MY GOD! CATHY, YOU WEREN'T KIDDING! BITCH, YOU REALLY WEREN’T KIDDING. YOU'RE GOING TO BE THE FUCKING QUEEN OF AUSTRALIA?!" Steven screeched, his voice reaching new octaves that Catherine didn't know were possible. Catherine could barely contain her laughter as she replied, "Yes, Steven, it's true! Can you believe it now?!"Steven continued to scream incoherently, and Catherine had to hold her phone away from her ear to protect her eardrums. She could hear Steven frantically pacing back and forth in the background, still shouting at the top of his lungs.On the other end of the call, Steven's voice was barely audible over his hysterical screams. She had known Steven for years, and he had always been overdramatic, especially when he was excited or surprised about something. It was one of the things she loved most about him."Girl, please, calm down!" Catherine said, trying to stifle her giggles. "You're going to burst my eardrums and collapse a whole building with your high-pitche
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 20: Extravagant Gifts For Her
“Oh my God, I can't wait to see him in person. Goodness I'm so lucky to be your friend,” Steven squealed, and Catherine could almost see him waving his hands in excitement.“Lmao, so about King Shawn, he told me that I was the one the royal seal had chosen and that he wanted me to be his queen. I was in shock at first, but then I said yes, of course without wasting much time.” She explained as she blushed seriously while thinking about the King.“Goodness!!! This is like a fairy tale, but better! You're marrying a freaking Greek god! That freaking Greek god is going to be your husband. Girl, I can't even handle this. I'm going crazy. I'm so happy for you!" Catherine felt a warm glow of happiness at Steven's words.They continued chatting excitedly for the next few minutes, with Steven bombarding Catherine with more questions about her encounter with King Shawn which she answered with a flushed red face.********Although it was already the early hours of the morning, Catherine was sti
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 21: Miserable Mother And Daughter
Back in Melbourne, Catherine’s vicious stepsister, Evelyn Jones couldn’t believe it, the news was too shocking and unbearable for her. “It’s Catherine Mum, how can it be?” She yelled after catching a glimpse of her mother, Elissa walk into her disheveled room gloomily. She had been screeching and howling in anguish for the past few minutes after finding out.Evelyn had never felt so full of anger and malice like this before in her whole life. Her mascara ran black through her cheeks, her hair was a mess and out of place. Her eyes were red and full of rage. And her entire outfit was disheveled like that of a mad woman. “How can it be Ca-the-rine? Why does it have to be H-E-R? It can’t be!!!!” she screamed continuously in a trembling voice. She became increasingly hysterical, crying and screaming in despair. Slap! Evelyn blinked her tears eyes as she felt pain gushing at her left cheek. Her mother who always treated her like a precious jewel had just slapped her for the first time.“
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 22: Never Escape Her Shadow
When she married Magnus Jones, a wealthy and influential polygamist big shot as his second wife, Elissa struggled to come to terms with the fact that she would have to share her husband with other women even though he told her what it would be like from the start. And indeed a few years after he married her, he also wedded Catherine’s mother, Diana Lewis as his third wife and she was slowly becoming his new favorite. While some may have found a way to navigate this complex situation with grace and understanding, Elissa's bitterness was on a whole different level.From the moment Magnus had taken Diana as his third wife, Elissa's world had been turned upside down. She had once been the sole recipient of Magnus's attention, the one who held his heart and commanded his affections. But then, Diana had trespassed upon her territory, becoming a constant thorn in her flesh.Elissa's grievance grew with each passing day, fueled by her own insecurities and fears of being replaced. Diana’s beau
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 23: Flirting With Him
Despite her explanation, her grandmother's phone calls kept coming and the incessant nagging was starting to affect her mood. She couldn't understand why Matilda was suddenly so insistent on her coming back to Australia. They had never been particularly close, and Catherine couldn't help but feel that her grandmother's newfound interest in her was solely because she had been chosen as the queen. It left a bitter taste in Catherine's mouth. The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. The old woman probably also didn't want people to think that Catherine wasn't treated well at home. But that was the absolute truth and also the reason she settled in the United States instead of Australia in the first place.“Catherine, my dear, you need to be on an immediate flight back to Australia," Matilda insisted with a sense of urgency in her voice. “Grandma, I already told you, it's not that simple. I have palace officials right here in my home now and they said I would be staying her
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The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 62: The Nation’s Jewel
Lady Rory Williams slipped into a red suede gown, looking drop-dead gorgeous. Her ethereal beauty was shining ever so brightly, one can say even more than the sun. Today, she was a woman on a mission.....It was the second time she’d be visiting the palace walls as a royal delegate who had every right to be there. The first time, she’d only been introduced to the court as a new member. But this time, the royal seal would be holding a luncheon party to welcome her officially into the noble service.It wasn’t a necessary occasion to be held for newcomers of the court but, her uncle Damien had pulled some strings on her behalf as expected, making sure his “precious” niece got the best treatment.It wasn’t just an ordinary welcome party for Rory though. It was a great opportunity to execute her plans. Hopefully, her heartthrob, King Shawn, would be in attendance. It was his palace, after all, and it was mandatory that he attend or at least show face to every royal event held at the palace
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 61: A Sinking Feeling
Catherine was well aware of the strict royal system in Australia. The expectations placed upon nobles were too extreme, and any misstep could result in public ridicule and embarrassment. She couldn't help but imagine the whispers and laughter that would ensue if word got out about her day-long nap. It was going to be a big deal, and the media would eat it up. The thought of becoming a laughingstock in the kingdom made her stomach churn with anxiety. ‘Oh, my God. I’m fucked!’ There were a lot of eyes and ears in the palace, and if this gets out, she could as well step down as the King’s Fiancée. As a journalist and former newspaper editor, Catherine could already imagine the thousands of humiliating front-page headlines. “Lady Catherine Is Lazy And unfit to rule!” “Does Australia Needs A Lazy queen?” “The Jones Girl Is A Downgrade For A Queen.” “The Royal Sleep Scandal: Lady Catherine's Day-Long Nap Raises Eyebrows in the Kingdom! “The Future Queen Who Snoozed!” “Sleeping B
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 60: Ice-Cold Shower
After watching her for quite some time, Shawn's hands moved with a delicate touch, helping her remove her clothes, shoes, and jewelry till she was left with just her inner, comfy wear. He let out a frustrating sigh as he gazed at Catherine's delicate figure, peacefully asleep. The way her body curved and the gentle rise and fall of her chest immediately stirred a desire within him that he couldn't ignore.The softness of her skin and the way her hair cascaded over her shoulders all added to her allure. Shawn's heart raced, his mind filled with a mixture of longing and desire. He couldn't tear his eyes away from her, his gaze tracing the contours of her body. Catherine’s absence during the past week had left a void in Shawn’s heart, and he had missed her presence more than he could have ever imagined. “She's like a dream, a fantasy come to life.”Her body was so soft and inviting that he couldn’t help but have dirty thoughts. But as much as he was captivated by Catherine's beauty,
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 59: Sleeping Beauty
Catherine couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion as King Shawn's thumb continued to caress her cheek. She felt herself leaning into his touch, her eyes fluttering closed for a brief moment.She wanted to back away but couldn't find the will to. This man had a way of making her weak in the knees. She was unable to think straight.She had been extra anxious and apprehensive ever since she stepped into the grand palace, waiting for the worst to happen. All her thoughts were that he would end their relationship and maybe tell her he was getting back with his gorgeous blondie Ex.But now, the man said that he missed her. She didn't know what and how to reply to that at all. The fact that his fingers were also gently caressing her face while he stared deeply and lovingly into her eyes was also something she wasn’t expecting.“What's wrong?”“Uh?” Catherine asked with a puzzled expression on her face.“Your face… Are you sick?”“What's wrong with my face, Your Majesty?”“It’s extra flushe
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 58: I’ve Missed You
“OMG, Bestie, go online asap! Check what’s trending at No. 1,” Steven cried out hysterically as soon as he walked into Catherine’s bedroom at the Jones Mansion.Catherine, sprawling on her elegantly adorned bed with her long brown hair cascading like a river of silk, raised an eyebrow at his urgency. She was used to her best friend's dramatic entrances, but this one seemed particularly intense.Even her pet, Zowie, who had been lazily lounging on her lap, jerked up at Steven's frantic entrance. His screams made her scared as she darted under the bed with a startled “meow.”"Steve, keep it down. Look how you scared Zowie away. What has got you so worked up?" Catherine inquired, setting aside her favorite Colleen Hoover book.Steven, with his phone, clutched tightly in his hand, was practically vibrating with anxiety.“Just go online, Babes. Hurry!”“Okay, Okay. I've heard you.” Catherine reached for her phone and quickly navigated to the top trending news online.Her eyes immediately w
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 57: She Is Back
The Royal Palace, Sydney.An incredibly gorgeous blond with emerald green eyes alighted from an exquisite car in front of the castle’s grand halls. Her tight-fitted white body suit hugged her hourglass figure perfectly. The bright smile radiating from her face made her look like a beauty goddess sent from above as she posed for the paparazzi stationed at the entrance.“God, I'm so nervous to see my Shawny. I feel like it's been ages already,” Rory muttered to herself as she followed the palace guards who led her through the enormous gardens and walkway.Memories of the last time she visited the palace flooded her mind. It was a painful experience she wished to forget – one that left her broken within. She had gone on her knees, cried bitterly, and begged him to give her another chance to prove her love.The chance to be his wife and rightful queen!Rory had been so hopeful and trusted in the love they shared in the past. She thought it was about time they rekindled those lovely feelin
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 56: Would You Like To Stay The Night With Me?
King Shawn emerged, looking delighted as he saw Catherine leaning against the bookshelves. He closed the door to the study behind him and walked over to her, his gaze never leaving her pretty face. Catherine's heart skipped a beat as their eyes met, and she couldn't help but smile despite the circumstances. She prayed that he wouldn't notice the change in her mood, so she spoke first. “What was the urgent situation about, My lord?” “Nothing serious, My dear. I already handled it,” Shawn explained, his deep voice filled with relief and exhaustion while his huge figure hovered over her. "I apologize for the interruption, my Dear." Catherine's disappointment melted away, replaced by a surge of understanding and empathy. "No need to apologize, Shawn. Duty comes first, after all." The King reached out, gently cupping her cheek with his hand. "Thank you for your understanding," he replied, his thumb caressing her skin. His gaze fell on her cute, plump lips, the desire to kiss her almo
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 55: His Ghosts From The Past
Catherine's steps were light as she approached the ornate double doors to the King’s study. She wondered how long it would take for him to handle the sudden emergency. She couldn't wait for them to get back to their kiss and brewing romance right where they left off. She pushed the doors open gently, not wanting to disturb the sanctity of his space. The room seemed to radiate an air of sophistication and mystique that drew her in. It was dimly lit, with the soft glow of a chandelier casting intricate shadows across the mahogany furniture. As soon as she entered, her gaze settled on the large desk, where an assortment of papers and quills lay scattered, a testament to the countless hours he spent attending to his kingly duties. Catherine’s eyes wandered around, looking for something to keep her busy till he returned. She walked over to the shelves. It was lined with volumes of old books and various artifacts from different corners of the kingdom. Memories of their last visit to his
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 54: Shadows Of Danger
Time seemed to slow down as they locked eyes, both hesitant and eager to bridge the gap between them. They both leaned in, hearts pounding, ready to seal their lips with a tender kiss, just like the one they had before on the rooftop. But just before their lips could meet, a loud distant sound echoed through the hallways, interrupting their sweet moment. It was the unmistakable sound of urgent footsteps approaching. They pulled away, startled, and turned to see four palace guards rushing toward them. Shawn's hands slipped from her chin and the wall as he straightened, his expression quickly transforming from desire to resolve. Catherine took a step back, trying to regain her composure, her heart still racing from the nearness of his touch. Her cheeks were red from embarrassment at being caught in such an intimate moment. The guards skidded to a halt before the couple, their eyes widening as they took in the scene. Their surprised expressions were evident, as this was the first time
