Catherine slowly raised her face up to stared at him, looking straight into his dark black eyes.
It was as if she wasn't scared anymore and it felt as though something surged up within her.
How? She asked with an innocent tone.
Lucas black dark eyes twirled slightly before he stretched forth his hand for her.
Catherine stared at his outstretched hand and slowly bit her bottom lip hard before staring at him.
He gave her a look of assurance even though he could clearly see the wariness and hesitation in her eyes.
At first, Catherine wanted to refuse but if she does, he will definitely kill her as a monster that he is. She took in a deep breath to calm her racing trembling heart down, but it was as if her heart beat that has skyrocketed has refused to slow down.
Lucas didn't say anything and just returned his outstretched hand back to his pockets. He was a bit displeased at the way his wife was acting around him.
Let's take a stroll together. He offered calmly observing her reaction.
Catherine slowly nodded and with that, they began walking together on the hall way until they finally reached the garden.
The garden was very spacious with different roses and petals spread across it.
While Catherine was admiring the beautiful garden, Lucas spoke getting her full attention.
Why were you out all alone last night? He asked.
Catherine who was busy admiring the beautiful garden slowly turned to look at him surprised at what he said. How did he know? Did the maids perhaps told him she was out on the hallway? She thought as she try to come up with an excuse.
I was----
Just be careful, it's dangerous for you to walk out of your room late in the night especially when you are human. He cut her off with his gentle voice that sound like melodic music to her ears.
Alright Lucas. She said meekly.
But wait. Come to think of it, why did he say especially why she is human? Ain't the royal family not humans? She thought with a frown.
What's wrong wife? He asked when he noticed the creased brows on her face.
Catherine slowly parted her lips to talk,
"Is there something always happening in the night"? She asked treading carefully. She didn't want to ask a question that she will regret later on especially now when some of the royal family are making her uncomfortable. She really did miss her home very much. She thought.
The royal family are not exactly who you think they are. Lucas finally replied.
Catherine eyes widened as confusion and wariness dance through them.
Lucas decided to change the topic.
Well, about how you will be seeing me, there is only one way and that is ...
"Your highness"! Mason ran towards where Lucas was standing with his wife.
What is it Mason? Lucas asked.
There is a huge problem your highness, I don't why but the crown prince has invited some of -------
Mason paused and turned to look at the direction of the lady who was staring at them with wariness.
Greetings my lady. He said head bow.
Go get the rest of the guards. Lucas commanded.
Yes your highness. Mason bowed and left to get the rest of the soldiers.
Lucas, what's wrong? Is everything okay? Catherine asked worriedly when she felt the chills that ran down her spine and he had that menacing look that could kill someone.
Lucas gazed at his wife before cupping her both cheeks.
Catherine's heart skipped a beat as she felt his cold hands on her face that sents thick warmth down her body. She felt a tingling sensation with the way he cupped her cheeks and she couldn't help but heat up lightly.
Lucas knew the effects his hands had on her. He was almost close to showing his face to her if not for Mason that came to interrupt them which made a bit pissed and at the same time grateful cause who knows how Catherine would react if she sees his face. That was his thoughts.
How will she react ? Will she fear him like the rest? Or will she .....? The thought of her fearing him made his heart shook in a way that be didn't quite understand.
Nothing is wrong wife, go back inside the chamber. He said with a softer tone.
Will you be back by tonight? She asked even though they were yet to know each other and understand each other. Why did she ask him if he would come tonight? She was supposed to fear him like the rest , but here she is doing the opposite of what she supposed to do. She just didn't understand herself. It was only her second day in her married life and she is acting all like this. What's wrong with her? She needed to look for ways to convince herself on why she should fear him rather than having a casual conversation with him.
Lucas stared at her for a long while before saying 'yes'.
Thank you! She whispered softly and Lucas slowly let go of her cheeks that felt warm in his palms.
She turned to leave when Mason and the rest of the guards came head bow.
Your highness! They all greeted head bow.
Meet Catherine, she is my wife. Lucas finally made an introduction.
Greetings my lady. They bowed their heads at her.
Catherine smiled at them. They all look fearless and very intimidating. If Lucas hadn't done the introduction, she would have thought they belonged to the crown prince or even the king himself.
This is Mason my most trusted man. Lucas said talking of the one who has blonde hair.
That's Brody, he is very good at swordsmanship and he is very skilled when it comes to fighting. Lucas said. He was talking to the one with a big black scar that started from his right under eye to the left under eye.
And that's Cooper, Crew and Jaxon. Lucas introduced each of his most trusted men to his wife. These were the five men he trusted the most. He knew deep down they will never betray him. Even with the rumor circulating around him, they never showed any fear or hesitant towards him unlike some of his men who were being too wary and sooner or later, he will filter them out like they never existed.
A/N: (❤️❤️)