Fifty-Three: Killian

Killian’s P.O.V.

For once in my life, I felt at peace. The world around me was on fire, and I could see the sinkhole opening in the distance, ready to take us all down with it.

But I was happy.

Even more so because I could feel her happiness. I knew I had work to do, but thinking about being stuck behind my desk all day had me feeling claustrophobic. Naturally, I loved being outside in the freedom, but today I desperately needed it. I felt like an over-excited puppy locked in a cage.

After checking in on the training field on the castle grounds for the royal guards, I made my way down to the city. Several personal guards were nearby, following me discretely. Yet, even that didn't bother me.

I normally had one or two, but the excess was due to the recent vampire attacks. I could handle myself, but I knew the head of my guard detail was just being cautious. It was better to be safe than sorry.

and colorful vines and plants surrounding and climbing up the buildings were thriving. I adored my people and my kingdom, and while I knew they were happy with me as their king, I

little sister made my smile fall, and I internally groaned as our eyes met. I was not prepared to have this

she came to a stop a short distance

she didn't seem bothered by it. She did seem uncomfortable, but that made two of us.

me with incredulity, as if I had offended her. "I do not

walls, Charlie. Don't be stubborn." I argued, but she rolled her eyes before falling silent and looking away from

had to say was going to frustrate me... as it always seemed to do. I loved her more than anything in the world, besides Natalie, and I would never trade my sister for the world. But she had a

would love to

for last night. It really means a lot to me that you gave your blessing." Charlie said as her cheeks turned pink.

on my shit

when I had my hand around his throat or when I deemed him not to be a worthy threat and chose to return back to

to that bear shifter? To a man

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