FELIX
Mila stared at me, slight panic in her eyes. I could practically see the wheels in her head turning as she processed everything I’d said.
I knew I had put her on the spot. A part of me selfishly hoped that maybe a public declaration of love was exactly what was needed to convince her to be with me.
I watched her ponder my offer, trying to hide my racing heartbeat and the desperation I was sure had entered my eyes.
My confession of devotion was both true and false–I was drawn to her, I did care for her, but the curse weighed heavily on me. I knew Mila was my only chance to break the curse.
Truthfully, I felt torn between my feelings and my responsibilities. I had a duty to my kingdom, to my family, to stay alive. I also knew Mila would be crushed if she were to learn that I ha
