- That won't be necessary, Rose. - I returned it in the same tone. - Be sure of that.
I looked disgusted at her as she walked up to the door, rolling her hips. I wonder what attracted Alistair to get involved with such a low-level woman. Soon I dispelled the thought, for nothing in the prince interested me. I wouldn't stay there much longer and the sooner I accepted, the better. In fact, as incredible as it may sound, I longed for the end to come soon.
When Rose left I took a deep breath before going to the door and making sure there was no one in the hallway. The room was different from what it had been before. It was bigger and had a bed adorned with rose petals on the skins. I was moved by the affection and care of the person who prepared that scene. Going to the balcony of the small balcony, I contemplated the cold night and sighed. The sky was black, threatening to pour a new torrential rain all over the plain below. I was so distracted, I could barely tell when Alistair came in. I had a shock when he touched my shoulder softly to get my attention.
- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to scare you! - he said he looked nervous.
- It wasn't you, Your Highness! - said shrinking me. - I was distracted, and I didn't catch him coming in. I ask you to forgive me if I frightened you.
- Why do you keep apologizing for everything? - he asked with a curious look. - I know I can seem scary sometimes, but you don't have to fear me.
I lowered my gaze so he wouldn't realize I was nervous. I didn't want to stare at his blue eyes, because it made my body shiver. Not in a bad way, but it scared me.
- Never let your eyes down. - he said in a soft tone. Placing my index finger under my chin, Alistair raised my face. - Your eyes are the most beautiful I've ever seen. So expressive and vivacious.
- Thank you! - I was able to say.
- His lips... - He took a break. I held my breath when he gently ran his thumb over my lips. - They look like a shiny, reddish apple. They make me want to bite them.
Alistair's hand was rough, but his touch was delicate as if he was afraid to hurt me. Placing his hand on the back of my neck he slowly brought me closer. I couldn't move because Alistair's gaze imprisoned mine. He smiled before leaning over and kissing my forehead, the tip of my nose and my right cheek. At last he took my lips in a gentle and unhurried kiss. My mind was cloudy, so I just let myself be kissed. At first, I didn't know what to do, but little by little I shared the kiss that started to get intense. I shuddered when Alistair introduced the tongue into my mouth and deepened the kiss, at the same time, tightening my neck preventing me from moving away. The other hand looped my waist and brought me into your wide chest. I flattened his broad chest and grabbed his arms right away. It felt like jumping off a cliff. My body's on fire. I've never felt anything so intense before.
- I'm not gonna hurt her. - he whispered nibbling at my lower lip. - I promise to be a knight.
He kissed me again and I felt it when he lifted me up from the ground in a strong hug. Alistair walked to a nearby wall and held me against her using her weight. He wasn't hurting me and I was feeling more and more lewd. My body was out of control. I wanted him so badly, I got scared when I moaned. My mind was confused, but I had to tell him before Alistair found out for himself. I didn't want to lie to the only man who ever cared about me. I felt I owed it to him.
- Please, please, please, please, please, please! Stop! - I asked with a trembling voice. - You'll be sorry if you continue.
Alistair frowned, but gave me back an arrogant smile.
- I don't think so! - he tried to kiss me again, but I turned my face.
Tears hung from my eyes. I was throwing away the only chance I had of a dignified life, but if it meant deceiving someone who was willing to love me, then I preferred the sentence I already knew.
- Alistair, I'm not worthy to be your wife. - I started to say. Soon tears appeared in my eyes. - You're not who I thought you were, but I still can't let you be fooled in this way. The sooner this is over, the better.
- What are you talking about? - he asked apprehensively. - Of course she's worthy to be my wife. I chose her for myself.
- Yeah, you made the wrong choice!
He frowned a little. Gathering all the courage I had in me, I breathed deeply.
- I've already been taken by a man! - said sniffling. - I'm not a virgin anymore.
Chapter 07
Alistair
- What did you say? - I asked away from Aideen.
- Exactly what you heard. - she said in a soft but fearful voice.
I paused to grit my teeth.
- Does Ravenna know that? - I asked.
- Yes. Aideen nodded.
I released a roar that made Aideen startle. She stared at me with frightened eyes.
- I can't believe I picked a prostitute
