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The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 38: Become His Real Wife
Catherine's cheeks flushed on hearing his question, realizing she may have misspoken due to how his handsome face twisted slightly with anger. But now wasn't the time to back down, she planned to open up to him as much as possible and understand the relationship between them this early before things get complicated. She took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts before continuing. “I... from your letter my lord. I mean your letter was really formal, I just thought that maybe you only wanted me to be the queen because of external pressures and not your real wife.”Shawn let out a frustrating sigh as he leaned back in his seat. His gaze lingered steadily on her bright and lovely face. “I see”."Uhm... Yes. I mean, I've always admired your dedication and commitment to your people. You carry the weight of the crown with great responsibility. But I also understand that marrying for duty rather than love can be a heavy burden to bear for anyone.”King Shawn's brow furrowed as he listened i
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 39: His Gentle Touch
"Of course, I'm ready for anything, your grace," she said, her tone confident and determined."Good," Shawn repeated. "So why don't we start with you skipping the formalities? Please, call me by my first name. We are going to be husband and wife after all," he said with a teasing glint in his eyes.Catherine’s cheeks turned a shade redder and she quickly lowered her head looking down at her hands. "Shawn, then," she murmured, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. “Shawn," she repeated, testing the name on her lips once more. It felt strangely familiar as if she had known him for much longer than she actually had. They looked at each other in silence for a moment before he spoke.“Great, sounds so easy, doesn't it?””Ah yes, your grace.” She said softly as she stared back at him then quickly noticed his smile change into a small and playful frown. “I... I mean... Shawn,” she said with haste. “Don’t worry, I know it might take a while to get used to it,” he said with a reassuri
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 40: He Was Enchanted
“Ehmm... let's go back to the ball and have that dance,” Catherine said sweetly, breaking the awkward silence.“Yes.” Shawn held her hand in his as they made their way back to the ballroom. As soon as they stepped in, all eyes turned to them as if they'd been waiting ages for the pair. The room fell silent, filled with anticipation. Catherine felt a mix of shyness and pride as they continued to make their way through the crowd with fingers interlocked. She couldn't help but blush at the attention they were receiving from everyone.She could feel her heart pounding in her chest as Shawn took her to the center of the enormous ballroom where the dance floor was located and pulled her gently into his arms. The onlookers couldn't believe their eyes. King Shawn had never stepped his feet on the dance floor of any royal occasion, talk more of dancing with anyone since he became king. He seldom participated in the grand festivities and even when he attended, he wore a bored face and leaves
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 41: Unspoken Desires
Catherine was even more mesmerized as they entered King Shawn’s study, which was a total reflection of his love for knowledge and history. The dark-colored room was adorned with different shelves of books and artifacts from floor to ceiling. Each rack holds a collection of literature from various genres and eras. The aroma of leather-bound books lingered in the air, adding to the ambiance of the space. Catherine's eyes wandered around the study, taking in the grandeur of it all."This is a remarkable place, my lord. And you have such an impressive collection,” her voice was filled with awe.Shawn smiled, a hint of pride shining in his eyes. "Books have always been my solace, and this place is where I gather my thoughts amidst the chaos of ruling my kingdom."Catherine nodded, her curiosity piqued. "Do you have a favorite book, My Lord?"Shawn walked over to one of the shelves, his fingers grazing the spines of the books as he reminisced. "It's difficult to choose just one. But there
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 42: New Allies
Finally, Shawn cleared his throat, breaking the spell. "Ahem," he began, regaining his composure. "Before you leave, Catherine, there's something I'd like to do. I want to introduce you to your newly appointed aides."Catherine’s brown eyes immediately lit up on hearing his words. She nodded, a curious smile playing on her lips. "Of course, Shawn. I'd love to meet them. Please lead the way."With a renewed sense of purpose, Shawn turned and gestured for Catherine to follow him. They left his study and walked down the corridor, the soft sound of their footsteps echoing in the silence. It was a moment of anticipation, both for Catherine and for Shawn, who couldn't shake off the mixed emotions swirling within him.As they approached a door, Shawn paused and turned to Catherine. "They're just inside," he said, his voice carrying a hint of pride. "I've handpicked these individuals based on their expertise and dedication. I'm confident they'll provide invaluable support to you."Catherine
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 43: A Perfect Gentleman
Catherine's cheeks turned a shade of pink as she reminisced about the enchanting evening. The warmth in Shawn's eyes, the gentle touch of his hand on her back, and the way he had made her feel like the most important person in the room. Her heart fluttered at the thought of him. "He treated me like a queen," she replied, her voice filled with a mixture of excitement and affection. "He was kind, attentive, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the night. We even danced together. The King was simply a perfect gentleman.” Her friends exchanged knowing glances, a playful smirk tugging at their lips. Vanessa nudged Catherine playfully. "Ooh, looks like our girl is smitten.” Catherine's blush deepened, and she glanced away, unable to hide her growing infatuation. "Well, we did have a wonderful conversation, and he even invited me to stay the night at the palace. But I declined." Catherine replied aloud, unable to contain her smile. The room erupted in a chorus of surprised gasps a
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 44: Envy’s Poisonous Grip
These days, even her darling husband, Magnus, hasn't been paying attention to her like before. She had always been his favorite wife and never struggled to get his love and care like the others. But for the past week, it has been different.It was as if he was disappointed that non of their three daughters were able to be in Catherine’s position right now, even though he had paid more attention to them and neglected Catherine, his least favorite child through the years.As Elissa continued to stew in her bitterness and lost in dark thoughts, she couldn't help but notice Cecilia, one of her fellow daughters-in-law of the Jones family, approaching her with a smirk on her face.Cecilia was married to Edwin Jones, the dearest elder brother of Magnus, Elissa’s husband but the two women hated each other. They were like cats and rats who never saw eye to eye, despite their husbands being very close as brothers. Cecilia had always been critical of Elissa's treatment of Catherine over the year
The King’s Chosen Bride Chapter 45: Asking Her Out
King Shawn sat at the head of a long, polished mahogany table, surrounded by mayors, government officials, and advisors. The room was adorned with portraits of past rulers, their stoic faces staring down at the present assembly. As the meeting droned on, King Shawn's mind began to drift away from the matters at hand.He was almost bored to death and could only think of his beloved fiancée, Catherine, to keep his sanity. It's been a few days since he last saw her at the royal ball, and lord knows he was dying to see her again.A wearisome sigh escaped King Shawn's lips as he absentmindedly tapped his fingers on the table. The endless discussions and annoying presentations seemed to blur into an unnoticeable haze for him.His thoughts drifted back to the magical evening of the royal ball, where Catherine had dazzled him with her grace and beauty. He could still picture her twirling across the dance floor, her gown flowing gracefully around her. The way she looked up at him with adorati
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