41. The desire grew stronger each moment.

Selene felt completely clouded by the passion that emanated from the king's lips, seemingly drowning her in a mist of desire. Her body burned with every touch, yet it was as if she wanted to burn in this special hell, craving for more.

However, a distant sound brought her back to reality. The way a plentiful stream of water fell reminded her of the request she had made earlier in the carriage. She pulled away from her betrothed with ragged breath and flushed cheeks.

'I'm sorry, My Lady,' Frederick apologized, realizing he had let himself be carried away by the passion Selene stirred within him. 'I promised to respect you, and this cannot happen,' he said. Selene didn't refute, nor did she agree. To reach a moment like this, both had been active participants, making them both guilty. However, she didn't feel remorse for the kiss but for the king's apology.

'Your Majesty, it's better if I go to my chambers to freshen up. I arrived exhausted and asked Esther to prepare a bath,' she expla