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.

bright 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 knew they would be even happier with Natalie as their queen. Just as

I internally groaned as our eyes met. I was not prepared to have this conversation just yet. But

look well!" She exclaimed as she came to a stop a short distance away, her fingers fidgeting

it. She did seem uncomfortable, but that made two

incredulity, as if I had offended her. "I do not need them. I can handle myself just

be stubborn." I argued, but she

than anything in the world,

why she came home so little. I would love to see her more. But whenever she did

your blessing." Charlie said as her cheeks turned pink.

was on

give my blessing? Was it 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 my mate instead of eliminating him?" The bitter and clipped way

blessing to that bear shifter? To a man who failed to treat my sister

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