I was softly crying under the tree when I heard footsteps and a body settled close to mine. I looked at Vic as held my hand, “God took away my papa, Vic. Why would he do that?” I cried looking at him. He gulped, “I don’t know, Ira.” After a moment of silence, he wiped my tears away as he softly whispered, “I won’t ever leave you. I promise.” They make promises like it is easy, like it's just words. Words they eventually forget, moving on, leaving you to collect the pieces they broke. Is it easy to love? Is it easy to forgive? Can you fall in love with the same person who broke your heart again? But even if sometimes things don't turn out the way you want them to, doesn't make your feelings any less true. This the second book of the Royal Series, the first book, "Victorious" can be found on Inkitt. It is advised to read the books according to the order, but the stories do not interlope so this book can definitely be read as a STANDALONE.

“Say my name love” He was my predator and I was his prey, I jumped when I felt the wall at my back His arms surrounded me, he wasn’t touching me but he was so close, our lips only inches apart. I could feel his body, I could feel his breath He leaned in inhaling my neck, “I love your scent, love” I shivered. He looked into my eyes and said, “Say my name, love” His eyes were black like a dark night, I felt peaceful looking at him. In that moment I couldn’t remember why I was suppose to stay away from this man, the both of us just fit. “Jacob” I whispered