Semua Bab A Husband For The Wild Heiress: Bab 41 - Bab 50

Tala was silently watching Knoxx as he carefully swirls the ice cubes inside his glass. They had been talking for some time now. At himalang hindi pa sila nag-aaway. They were talking about trivial things like how his ancestors claimed and conquered the land that is known as Maritria—a breakaway and fusion from two opposing ancient empires which has learned that peace and harmony is the only key for their survival through the modern world. Too bad, that centuries of peace and harmony was slowly crumbling down with the unknown enemy aiming to slay all the heirs to the throne.“I’m sorry,” pukaw nito sa kanya maya-maya.Agad siyang bumaling dito. “For what?”“For being an asshole last night. I shouldn’t have yelled at you or say those things to you. I’m just… just…” Hindi nito itinuloy ang nais nitong sabihin. Tahimik lang nitong muling dinala sa bibig nito ang hawak nitong baso ng alak at inubos ang laman niyon.She felt the air between them suddenly shifted and she chose not to answer

"Mommy, do you know when Dad's coming home?" inosenteng tanong ni Atlas kay Tala. Sandali siyang natigilan. Hindi niya alam kung paano sasagutin ang anak. 'We value our servants, Ms. Sandejas. Some of them came from families who had served the royal family for generations. Felicia is one of those. Why do you think despite of all the dangers around us, my son allowed Felicia to work in his own place? That's because we trust her. More than you even.... Just because you married my son and gave birth to another prince, doesn't make you one of us, nor own the power any of us posses. As for most of us, you are still an outsider. One who have yet to prove her loyaty to the crown. And I'll make sure that you'll be punished even at one small hint of disloyalty. Mark my words.' Muling bumigat ang dibdib ni Tala sa mga salitang binitiwang ng ina ni Knoxx kanina nang bigla itong sumulpot sa bahay ni Knoxx matapos niyang palayasin si Felicia. At lalo lamang siyang nagngitngit sa naalala. Why, t

“I’m glad you finally agreed to have this afternoon walk with me, Knoxx. The Azalee des Merveilles will be in full bloom in a few days. Since, everyone is already here inside the palace, you’re mother and Lady Karolina asked me to organize a tea party celebrating the blooming of your grandfather’s favorite flower. Isn’t that exciting? It’s like when we were kids, Knoxx!” Genevieve declared in a happy tone as they had that long walk towards the greenhouse near the palace garden. And in as much as he wanted to be excited with the activity she’s been planning, for indeed they haven’t had that in years, he just can’t. Dahil kahit na naroon siya at naglalakad kasama si Genevieve, ang isip niya nasa mag-ina niya. Today, just like the last few days, had been exhausting for him. Not just because of the threats still lurking around his family, but the physical feat of dividing his time and attention between Genevieve and Tala and Atlas. He released a slow breath and tried to concentrate as t

Mabibigat ang hakbang ni Knoxx habang palayo siya sa opisina ng kanyang tiyuhin. He just finished talking to the king and he doesn’t feel any better. Why his uncle, the king, just told him that not introducing Tala yet as his wife is all for the best of the crown! And whatever he meant by that beats him. Hindi na niya pinatagal pa ang pag-uusap nila. He was too confused and angry with what’s happening that he knew it’s better that he leaves the presence of the king before he could do something he’d greatly regret after. Just like that one time with his grandfather when he…He took a deep breath and shook his head. He must not allow memories of his past mistakes cloud his logic now. Not to mention, he has yet to talk to his parents… again. Of which he just knew would just be echoing the decision of the king.He raked his hand through his hair, cursing himself. If only he didn’t act on his anger and brought Tala and Atlas there at the palace, none of those would’ve happened. But it is w

Tala instantly stilled when she recognized the owner of the voice of the man on top of her. It was Knoxx.She blinked and tried to calm herself for her mind and heart were racing. What was he doing inside her room? And pinning her on the bed… that close?Panic washed over her hazy mind instantly, muli siyang nagpumiglas. Subalit lalo lang dumagan si Knoxx sa kanya.“Dammit, Tala! I said stop moving or what will happen next will entirely be your fault,” he hissed just above whisper, pressing his lower body against her. Her eyes widened instantly when she felt his arousal… against her leg! Agad siyang huminto sa pagpiglas. Her cheeks heating up.He looked away and whispered something else in Italian, more like a cuss—she just doesn’t understand no matter how she tries. Maya-maya pa, muli itong tumingin sa kanya. “I will let you go but promise me you won’t make any fuss or any noise,” he said, his minty breath fanning on her face.Kumurap siya at marahang tumango. Wala pang isang segund