Elora's POV___
I opened my eyes at Caspian's movement beside me. I see we were at the airport.
"Rest for a little bit princess, I've got you."
Caption whispered to me.
he is carrying me in his arms bridal style. I close my eyes and snuggle close to him placing my head at the crook of his neck and go back to my slumber.
I opened my eyes again only to find myself sitting in a comfy chair in plain. Caspian is leaning to my side. I tried to straighten up but was retrained by something tied around me.
I look down only to find a seat belt strapped around my waist.
Caspian unbuckle my seat belt and pulled me on his lap.
I squealed at his action.
"what are you doing Caspian?"
I hissed at him. but he knows I am not mad at him because my smile gave me away.
"doing exactly what I told you before lunch."
with that, his lips find my neck.
I put my hand between us stop him.
"wait"
"What now?"
he groaned. I giggle at his behavior.
"I want to use the washroom."
I told him shyly. he pinches my cheek.
"it's at there on your left."
he showed me by pointing his finger in the direction.
I nodded at him.
he released me from his vise-like grip. I darted toward the washroom.
after doing my business I make my way back to our seats.
on my way, I observe the plane. I have never traveled on a plane but I have seen it on TV. compared to that this plane looks small and I can see only Caspian's people are on the plane. no human is here.
when I sat back I asked Caspian.
"why only your people are on the plane? have you booked the entire flight?"
he looked at me for a second then smile at me.
"you see princess this place is ours. this is a private plane and these people are not only mine but yours also. you are their future queen. so everyone and everything which is mine is also your."
I smile at his words. he doesn't know how much this means to me. I feel like I belong with him with his family hearing those words.
I nodded at him in agreement.
I gaze at the interior of the plane.
everything is designed in gray and white. all seats are specious with a table in front of them. partition to give everyone privacy.
I looked at everything in awe.
the clock displayed it was 5:15 pm. but I noticed there are few guards and maids less than before.
"where are the remaining people?"
he smirks at me.
"so you noticed. well, I won't tell you till we reach our destination."
I wanted to protest but got interrupted by the growling coming from my stomach. perfect. I wish the ground would just open and swallow me whole. but to my utter disappointment, I am not even on the ground.
I hide my face in my palms.
"looks like someone is hungry."
Caspian commented. I didn't look at him. he reaches out and pulled my hands away.
"no need to hide away from me princess, tell me what would you like to eat?"
he asked me.
"anything is fine."
"no, it's not, tell me what is your favorite food,"
he asked me.
"pizza"
I told him. he nodded and pressed the button on the remote. a flight attendant came in a few seconds.
"How can I help you, your highness,"
she asked him, her eyes cast on the floor.
"black coffee for me and pizza with extra cheese for my lady,"
he informed her.
My cheeks heated at his words. The flight attendant nodded and told us that it will be served in 10 to 15 minutes.
meanwhile, I gaze out of the window. the view is breathtaking. the sun is about to set so the orange glow is cascaded at the sky.
"here is your order your highness."
she placed the pizza in front of me and the coffee in front of Caspian.
I did finish 3 slices of pizza.
"that's it?"
I nodded at him.
"I can't eat more. I am full."
he sigh.
"tell me princess how much you used to eat in your whole day before we met?"
he asked me. I know where this is going but I can't hide it from him. he is my mate.
"I used to eat fine when I was with my grandma but when I shift into the castle I would eat only one meal in school because Reagan gave me a cafeteria food pass. in the castle I would have to steal food or sometimes Reagan would bring it to me if he was there in the castle. "
I told him. I didn't dare to look at him. even without looking at him, I can feel he is furious.
I slowly turn to him and place my hand on his fist.
"It's okay Caspian. it's not a big deal. "
he turns his head to look into my eyes. his eyes dark.
"stop defending them, Elora."
I flinch at his tone and hear my name coming from his mouth. he always calls me with different nicknames.
I tried to retrace my hand but he beat me to it placing a soft kiss on my knuckles.
"It pains me whenever I see you can't even eat properly. I want you to be happy, I don't like when I see you can't even climb the stairs without getting tired."
he sighs. I looked away from him. I also want to be happy. it's just not easy for me to accept that my life has changed and everything will be different.
Caspian pulled me on his lap when the flight attendant clears out plates.
"talk to me princess, tell me what are you thinking,"
he asks me.
"I need time Caspian."
I look him in eyes. his gray eyes asking me to open up to him.
"it's too much to take in. we met yesterday only still it feels like I've known you for ages. I just need some time to process everything."
I told him. I hope he will understand what I am trying to say.
"I know princess everything happened fast and you weren't prepared for this. and we have all-time in the world to get to know each other."
he tells me with a small smile. I can see the sincerity in his eyes.
"thank you Caspian."
he kissed me on the forehead. Now is the time Elora, ask him. my mind reminds me.
"mm...I have some questions "
"Yeah. ask me, anything Princess," he tells me leaning in his chair. I turn in his lap to face him only for him to pull me closer to him. if that's even possible. I place my hand on his chest to have a better view of his gorgeous face.
"Okay so tell me now where are we going? I mean I know we are going to Dragon kingdom but where is it exactly and why anyone doesn't know where it is and why can't anyone go there without King's permission?..."
I ask him everything that came to my mind but was cut off midway in my babbling.
"hold up there. too many questions at the same time. but no problem I will answer you one by one."
I smile at him sheepishly.
"Okay so now we are going to Mexico City. we will reach there in half an hour. and yes we are going to Dragon kingdom but it is not in Mexico."
he explained. I looked at him expecting that he will tell me where the kingdom is located but he didn't speak further.
"if Dragon kingdom is not there then why we are going to Mexico? and where on earth is dragon kingdom?"
I asked him.
"you won't get all answers now. It's not that simple. you will see where our kingdom is tomorrow when we will reach there. for now, I want you to know that I am happy to have you here with me."
I fold my arms around my chest and pout.
"don't use those sweet words to distract me. I know you just want me to stop asking you questions so ill stop. but you better tell me everything tomorrow."
he smiles at me.
"I promise I'll tell you everything tomorrow."
my face lit up at his words.
he places both hands on my waist and pulls me with him leaning in the chair. my feet around his waist straddle him. I place my head on his chest sighing in content. a small smile played on my lips.
my mind is at peace. I feel at peace and safe whenever Caspian holds me in his embrace.
After a few minutes captain announced that we will be landing in a few minutes so we would have to strap our seat belts.
I climb down from Caspian's lap and sat next to him. I was strapping the belt but Caspian didn't let me. he did it for me.
I looked out of the window where I can see a long runway.
I started to panic when reality hit me. I have never experienced something like this because this was my first plane ride. I was scared. the plain was shaking. I didn't feel anything while taking off because I was sleeping but now I am wide awake.
"Look at me, princess."
Caspian whispered to me. he held my hand in his. I relaxed a bit when sparks flew through my body at his touch. his gaze never left mine which helps me to relax a bit. I shriek when the plane shook and when I gaze out we were already landed on the runway. my heart bit eased a bit.
we land in Mexico at 6 pm it was 2 hours flight. the sun was on the verge of setting. five cars were waiting beside the runway for us. the driver opened the door for us. I saw king Riordan and queen scarlet was ahead of us.
Alpha James was talking with Captain.
Caspian and I make our way towards our car. once everyone is seated we head out of the airport.
after 30 minutes of driving, we stop in front of a hotel. it was grand. I have lived in Castle for a few years but this hotel is very different. it is modern.
I admire the beauty in front of me. one man came rushing through the hotel door and stand to welcome us. he is wearing an expensive suit. Caspian helped me to step out of the car even when I don't need his help but who will explain it to him.
I stand by his side. King Riordan, Queen Scarlet, and Alpha James are in front of us.
"good evening your highness ", he bowed in front of King and queen. "it's a pleasure to have you here. "
King nodded at him. he didn't look at us while talking.
Your floor is ready. This way please your highness.
I can feel everyone's eyes on us.
"who is he?"
I whispered to Caspian.
"he is Alex, from Our kingdom. he is the manager of this hotel. "
I nodded at him.
we step out of the elevator on the 14th floor which pleasantly is the last floor.
I gasp at the sight when we step into the hallway. in front of us is a big glass high selling glass which overlooks the city. everything is decorated in red and golden color. the big chandelier is hung above us. vases are decorated with fresh roses.
"I will send your servers here in a few. I'll be here for your service. please let me know if you need anything."
with that Manager left us alone.
on this floor, only King, Queen, James, Caspian, and I are staying.
other people are staying one floor below us.
"James inform everyone to be ready by 7 tomorrow morning."
James nodded.
"Elora dear, You must be tired get some rest."
I smile at her with a nod.
" we will meet in the conference room at 7 am tomorrow,"
she informed us then everyone makes their way into their rooms.
I told you the corridor was beautiful then the room I and Caspian are staying in is glamorous.
it's not a room it's a suite. with a spacious living room, bedroom which has a king-size bed walk-in closet, and bathroom with a giant bathtub.
Caspian lead me to the balcony where the small swimming pool and jacuzzi are facing the large celling length glass overlooking the city.
"This is amazing."
I beamed at Caspian. Whose eyes never left my face the entire time.
My face turned red under his intense stare.
"what?"
I asked him flushed.
"what?"
he asked me. I rolled my eyes at him.
"Why are you looking at me like this."
I asked him.
he steps closer to me. we were standing beside the pool.
I forgot that I was on the verge of stepping inside the pool. when he steps closer I took a step back on instinct only to look at my footing on the floor. I look down I am about to fall into the water when an arm grasps my forearm preventing me from falling.
Caspian pulled me into him.
"Thank y..."
I didn't finish my word before we both fell into the pool. he did this on purpose.
I saw him smirk underwater. we surface on the pool to take much-needed oxygen.
"why would you do that?"
I ask him incredulously.
"he didn't answer me instead his hands find their way around my waist again pulling me towards him.
Sparks flew through my body.
" Caspian..."
I was breathless only by his touch. the thing we are in water this close to each other didn't help to calm my heart down.
"shh, don't."
he shushes me by placing his index finger on my lips.
he leans into me, our forehead against each other.
his eyes trailed on my lips.
his fingers trailed on my lips creasing it. I shudder at his action.
his eyes met mine when I saw how dark his eyes are.
And the next thing I know his lips grazing mine. his lips felt so soft and sweet. my hands found their way upon his shoulder.
he kissed me softly passionately. every stroke of his lips sends sparks through my body. I felt dizzy only by his kiss.
I hold onto his shoulder tight for support because my legs felt like giving up.
Caspian tightens his grip around my waist steadying me close to him. he pulls away when he senses I needed oxygen. I was breathless. I opened my eyes. I didn't realize when I closed them. so this is how it felt when you kiss? no wonder people always kiss their partner whenever they get a chance. this was my first kiss.
I always wondered how would it feel to kiss someone, I sometimes thought to try it but now when Caspian kissed me I know I wouldn't have felt the same way with anyone.
Caspian crease my lips and cheek. I blushed at his actions.
he was about to say something when we were interrupted by a knock on the door.
Caspian groaned in annoys. I giggled at his behavior. he turned to me with a smirk on his lips.
"you find it funny hmm?"
he asked me playfully. but I swim away from him and get out of the pool. he followed behind me.
he pressed the button on the security camera system where we can who is out.
I can see one girl is standing, she is wearing a hotel staff uniform.
"yes?" Caspian asked.
"good evening sir I am Sarah. I will be your butler throughout your stay. please let me know if you need anything."
she informed us.
"Okay, I'll call you if we need anything."
with that Caspian dismissed her. I just glance at her once and I don't like her already.
I searched through my luggage and was surprised to find a pair of new PJs. the material is too soft under my skin. I got changed into them. when I got out of the bathroom I saw Caspian has changed out of his wet clothes and now wearing sweat pants and no shirt.
I make my way to him, his back facing me. when I was a few steps away from him I saw that girl, the hotel staff who is our butler standing a few feet away from him batting her eyes to get Caspian's attention.
my blood boils at her actions. I was mad. why Caspian is even entertaining this girl. I storm in front of him only to see him busy checking the menu for dinner.
that girl is not even wearing any clothes. her skirt is too short to cover her butt and half of her blouse is unbuttoned. she glared at me. the nerve of this girl.
Caspian lifts his head to gaze in my direction. his eyes lit up at my sight. I blushed under his gaze. he pulled me into him and kissed me on the lips. I melt in his arms.
we were interrupted when someone cleared their throat.
Caspian growled in annoys.
"Sir are you ready to order your dinner?"
the girl named Sarah asked Caspian batting her eyes. I rolled my eyes at her actions.
"what would you like to have for dinner princess?"
he asked me. I checked through the menu. I frown at the names of the dishes. I don't know what exactly they are serving it is all unfamiliar to me.
Caspian sensed my confusion and took the menu out of my hand and hand it to Sarah.
"I think I can order for you today."
he winked at me. I smile at him nodding.
he ordered for both of us.
she stormed out of the room when she saw Caspian is not even glancing at her. I smile triumphantly.
"what are you smiling at?"
Caspian asked me.
"nothing"
I shook my head hiding my smile.