◼Rose POV◼
After Cullen left, I went back to work. The days passed, and I was getting ready for the gathering. Honestly, I was excited. I couldn’t wait to see everyone’s face, especially King Nikolas. The surprise he would have when he sees me arriving. We had two more days to go, and I had prepared a thorough plan. I had everything planned for the men who would join me and what I would wear. It was a special occasion.
As I look outside my window, I notice my people in their daily life. My clan was immense; I had over four thousand rogues, vampires, witches, humans, and hybrids. Yet, we all live in harmony, and I was well respected.
As I stand straight looking at them, I hear a slight knock on my door.
“Come in,” I said.
◼Rose POV◼ Now that Nikolas was in my territory, I was planning to make him surrender. I was dying to kill him, but I had to restrain myself. After the small chat, we had moved inside. I couldn’t let my people see what I was about to do. Sitting right in front of Nikolas, legs crossed, I smirked sheepishly. The man has been quiet; I was so excited to play that I think I wouldn’t be able to get sleep tonight. “So, Nikolas, why have you been looking for me?” I asked curiously. Nikolas scowled and turned his head. How impertinent, he behaved like a kid. “Let me rephrase my question. What do you want from me?” I asked.
◼Rose POV◼ I couldn’t believe it. We couldn’t use our powers. I was stuck with the person I hated the most, and I wasn’t able to use my powers. Stuttering, I try to form words. Our mind control powers couldn’t work, but what intrigued me more was that we have the same ability. Taking a step back, I look at him furiously. My monster was getting pissed, and I know I would snap any moment. The twitching in my arm was hurting. Every time my arm twitched, I knew my monster was frustrated, annoyed, or angry. “You!” I said through gritted teeth. “Rose…” Nikolas said as he approached me. “Don’t fucking Rose me! I’m not Rose… I’m Queen Rose for you!” I said as I looked at him.
◼Nikolas POV◼ After Rose left, I stood in the middle of the living room. They left me alone. Taking a seat, I cover my face. It has become a shamble. I was so convinced I could finally be happy I thought I had to gain something. But fate fucked it up and played us. Half an hour later, Liam returned and informed me they prepared a room to spend the night. I didn’t argue because I required my man before, and it was already late. A servant came and told me where my bedroom was. Following him quietly, I look at my surroundings. This place was a beauty. Once the servant retired, I took a quick bath and went to bed. I needed to talk with Rose tomorrow. Closing my eyes and feeling the toll on my body, I fall asleep.
◼Rose POV◼ What was happening? I had to surrender myself to his kisses. Addictive kisses that had my body burning. There was this strange feeling in me I couldn’t explain. His lips were soft and warm. His expert kisses had my legs quivering. I pushed my tongue into his mouth, exploring every inch of this delicious man. I got distracted in kissing him; I had forgotten what my purpose was. Opening my eyes, I push Nikolas. Then, panting softly, I turn around and walk away. I was cleaning my mouth with the back of my hand. Reaching my bedroom, I close the door and lean against it. Gripping my hair, I yell. I needed to let out wh
◼Liam POV◼ When I found out that Rose came to eat, we went to look for her, but when we found her, I saw her and the king kissing. I felt a pain in my chest. It frustrated me, but I had no right to be. I could only see Rose as a sister, even if I got tempted sometimes. I couldn’t lie, though. Rose was a beauty to behold. She was her mother’s reflection. Many times I had the urge to tell Rose the truth, but that meant breaking my promise. I know it was something from centuries ago and no one remembered by now. But now, King Nikolas had asked me several times about Rose and me. So I was skeptical about telling her who she was. Waiting for them to finish, I see Rose walk away. Coming out f
◼Rose POV◼ Once I had stayed alone with the donors, I stood up and ordered them to undress. Checking the three donors, I chose one. He was a young human male, around twenty-two, blue eyes as the sky and white skin as porcelain. He had a slim but toned body. Long straight hair with a slight red highlight. A bad boy. He had two body tattoos—one tiger on his left pectoral and a snake down his thigh. My type. Smiling, I ask him to join me. I had ordered the rest to leave. I was spending my afternoon with him. I get ready for a short, torturing time. Thanking the donor, he leaves. He was a good fuck and an excellent meal. Somehow he had satisfied my hunger. Once I had my gear on, I headed do
◼Rose POV◼ After a long night with Jordan, I wake up with pain in the back. This man was a lot to handle. I barely slept at all. Changing into a red dress, I head to the dining hall. “Morning,” Renata said. “Morning, Where is Jordan?” I urged, taking a seat. “He is with Liam on the training ground,” Renata said with a smirk. Rolling my eyes, I eat. Last night Jordan suggested I marry him. Speechless, I could not give him a proper answer. I know Jordan cared for me, but I wasn’t looking for love. Even though he would make a wonderful king, I didn’t look at him that way. Sighing, I eat my f
◼Nikolas POV◼ I couldn’t believe what had happened under my nose. Rose had taken Charles as a captive. She dared to kidnap my right hand. If Rose were a man, she would have huge ox balls. I give her she’s brave; she fears nothing. I didn’t know her plan, but I feared for Charles’s safety after what she did with my servants. “Excuse me, Your Majesty,” one of my guards said. Nodding, he approaches my desk. Bowing, he sets some files. I didn’t ask for documentation, so what was all this about? Leaving me alone, I walk over and check the contents inside. Frowning, I look at the files. It was the information I have asked one of my hackers to look for. It was information about old clans that