The Forced Maiden For The Cursed Alpha King by Josephine Ivy

Chapter 199

Sabrina’s POV:

“You are a vision of beauty, Miss,” Rose said, a soft smile on her lips as she placed the delicate diamond necklace on my neck. It was the rare one the king had given me. I met her eyes in the mirror and smiled.

“Thank you, Rose. I didn’t know you could give such sweet compliments.”

Behind me, the maid who helped fix my hair giggled. “She means it. You are stunning. And this color goes wonderfully with your skin tone.”

My stomach fluttered with nervous butterflies. “Thank you, you’re too kind.” I replied.

I stared at my reflection in the mirror and I exhaled a huge breath.

This was it. Today was the day of the ball. My hands trembled with a mixture of excitement and nerves.

This was going to be my first time attending a formal occasion of this importance in a very long time. Plus I would be accompanying the king for the very first time.

I got to my feet, admiring my outfit. The silky material of my gown hugged my body, flaunting off my curves in a tasteful manner. My hair was done in a high and elegant bun, soft ringlets framing my neck and forehead. I touched the necklace and a smile lit up my face

I must admit, I look quite good.

“Thank you,” I turned to the maids and said. “You are dismissed for the night.”

The gave curt bows and walked out. Just as they were leaving, the door opened and the king walked in.

My breath hitched in my throat at the sight of him.

His hair draped down his shoulders in pin straight curtains, deep and silky. He wore a high collared midnight blue tunic with silver embroidery, an exquisitely tailored, dark pants and leather boots.

“My king,” I said and bowed,

He walked up to me, his eyes wide and his breath hitched. “My goodness,” He said. He pulled me into him and kissed me full on the lips. I melted into him returning his kiss with rivaling fervour.

He pulled back and stared into my eyes, his eyes full of admiration. “You’re the most beautiful woman I’ve laid eyes on,” He said in a soft whisper. He held my face, rubbing my cheek affectionately.

My cheeks warmed at his praise and I suddenly felt very shy. “Thank you, your majesty. You’re very handsome tonight.” I said.

He laughed softly, making my stomach clench. “I appreciate your kind words.”

My heavens. Unbridled lust washed through me and I bit my lower lip hard. “Are you excited for tonight?”

“I’ll admit I’m nervous.”

I stilled. “Nervous?”

“Yes. I haven’t attended something like this in ages. Caldan saw to everything that had to do with public appearances.”

I nodded, a soft gasp escaping me. “I’m sorry,”

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“It’s fine. What he said that night stuck to me, and I want to prove him wrong. Wherever the hell he is.”

“I’m right by your side, your majesty. I will do my very best to be

to mine. “What would I do without you?”

I

joke. “Come on. We

left

Lord Acheron, standing a bit too closely to

look beautiful tonight,” lord Acheron said after greetings had been exchanged.

wondering if this was actually the Lord

I said

cheeks looked. I wiggled my brows suggestively and she rolled her

remember all we’ve practiced, especially

Acheron. I remember.”

we have to-”

The king

“Me?” I said.

Lord Acheron said.

cranky old

my shield to her. Can’t you do

Lady Nifra jammed her elbow into

his hand over me and muttered a few words. “There.

rolled my eyes. Goodness he’s something else.

replied pointedly. “You’re

forgiven you for killing

Oh.

I didn’t mean to harm it, it just happened.”

not like your sorry will bring it

I deadpanned.

magic, you’ll be able to prevent such things

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sounds good,”

you’ll be able to use your

shocked at what she had just

The king

I’ve been researching on it.” Lady Nifra said, a hint of pride in her tone, “I believe you are to attend a Ball, your majesty?

are.” The king said, tugging

fun.” Lord Acheron said dryly and

Lady Nitra said,

with a smile. “Enjoy

The king

my laugh with my

wasn’t joking when

he was

ride, I held his hand and told him funny memories from my childhood. I could feel the nervous energy that rolled off him in massive waves. I noticed too that his left

nervous.

after this had gone on for a few minutes. “At what point did you realize you

at first,” I admitted softly, recalling how harsh he was

chest, his brows drawn together.

laughed softly. “I’m sorry. But I

“You do?”

I nodded. “Yes.”

halt. I inhaled sharply, my belly twisting with worry for

I said.