It is going to another mature writing next chapter :) Brace yourself. What do you think of this smut? Is the writing too explicit? (but note that the book is 18+.) Do you want me to keep this similar style for future mature chapters? Or do you want me to tone it down a bit?
Elenaās PovI sat so rigid, paralyzed by fear to even make the slightest movement. I was afraid to even breathe. Not long after the car started moving, I felt a tickling sensation on the side of my face. Judging from the texture, I guessed it was a few days' growth of beard because what followed those prickling things were the warm lips with bad breath as they grazed my jawline. I cringed and tried to move away, but I was already being squeezed in the middle. There was no space left for me to back away."Don't be scared, pretty face. I'll be gentle with you," said a hoarse voice next to me, followed by a sniff at the crook of my neck. "You're not only having a gorgeous face but a seductive smell as well. I am addicted already. No wonder our peacock prince falls for you despite his high standards."Peacock prince? Isn't this the nickname Oswin gave to Brad? Does this mean... Brad is behind this? I kept the thought to myself and tried to remain calm although I felt a boiling rage within
Third Personās PovAfter the failed plan with King Judas, Garry hurriedly but discreetly called in Aiken and other palace guards to give instructions. He was being careful not to catch the interest of Judasā guards. While Garry was busy with security, Rosalina and Alessa looked at Chester one last time to make sure that he was peacefully asleep before closing the chamber's door and securing it with a double magical seal."Make sure no one was to enter this room," said Garry, looking at Aiken with a serious face. "I repeat. No one. Understand?""Yes, general," Aiken and Garry's two best men answered simultaneously."Good. Princess Rosalina, Alessa, and I are heading to the healer's pavilion. If there is an emergency, go and find us there," said Garry, directing at Aiken."Understand, general."The walk to the destination was in complete silence, way quieter than the night itself. At least, nature had the sound of cricket and breeze as a melody. In contrast, the team of three uttered no
Oswinās PovSince leaving the jewelry shop, I couldn't deny the presence trailing behind Elena and I. That was why I had been on guard the whole time, even though I tried to act as normal as possible on the outside so that Elena wouldn't notice any abnormality. The mall, though not crowded, was still packed with people. To spot one suspicious aura from the sea of people was no different from finding a needle from the haystack.There were fewer people inside the shaved ice shop than in the corridor, giving me hope to expose the lurking shadow. But the suspicious presence disappeared the moment we entered the shop. It seemed like it decided not to come in. This fact made me loosened up slightly but never let down my guard.The date at the dessert shop was fun, if not including the fact that I made a fool of myself with all those fancy names on the menu. Afterward, we resumed our window shopping along the crowded corridor again. Just like before, Elena was dedicated to being the tour gui
Elenaās PovOn the way to the restroom, I couldn't help but feel goosebumps all over my body. There was also a chill down my spine that usually resulted from having one's back scrutinized.Why am I feeling this way? I asked myself.I gulped and tried to fasten my pace, hoping to reach the restroom faster. The passageway was empty and silent, yet there was a faint sound coming from the bathroom, meaning there were people inside. So, I should be safe once I was in there.The faster I walked, the tighter anxiety gripped me. Every step heightened the unsettling sense that someone was drawing closer behind my back.Should I turn around and look? Or should I ignore this and hurry inside to be safer? I asked myself again.Though the second choice seemed like a better option, my mind chose the first one. My body reacted on its own when the presence came close. I made an abrupt stop and turned around, ready to confront whoever was lurking behind."Oops... sorry, but you stopped all of a sudden.
Elenaās Pov"Now, what shall we order?" I asked once I finished explaining the fancy names in the menu one by one for Oswin until the last page. I hoped he understood it now and could help me choose. "Anything. You choose," he replied curtly. "What? No, I can't choose. Thatās why Iāve been trying to explain everything to you so you could help me choose.ā I whined. It seemed my effort just went down the drain. āWhy do you even need my help with this?ā He asked with a confused expression on his face. āBecause I am torn between these three. Help me decide, Oswin." I clasped his forearm and gave it a gentle shake, a wordless request for help.āFine,ā he sighed and glanced at the menu in silence. Then, he pointed to the giant picture in the middle. "Order this one then. It has a combination of those three.""But it is too big. I don't think I can finish them all by myself." I frowned, wondering why I didnāt see it in the first place. Was I blind?"Who says you have to eat it by yourself
Elenaās PovWhen Oswin and I stepped out of the jewelry shop, he turned to me and asked, "I thought you said this locket was a waste of money. Then why did we end up buying two instead of one?""I decided to turn a blind eye to my money-saving theory and bought you an identical locket. I can't help it. They look good. The design is the same, only the color is different. Your locket is gold, whereas mine is silver," I said, beaming from ear to ear, which was rare because I had never liked spending much money. But today was special. So, I didnāt mind. "So that's the reason? The only reason." He inquired as if he wasnāt convinced of my answer. "Well, I figure we both need it. Besides, many lovers nowadays get matched items to show off their relationship, like matching t-shirts and shoes. As for us, we have these," I took out the locket from inside my shirt and showed it to him."I'm happy to mark you as mine with this necklace. We'll see if anyone dares to approach you anymore." His fac