We arrived back at Meridian, after our making love, kisses and connection, I thought things were going to be enjoyable.
He had made me believe he didn’t hurt Lavina. He had said he wanted to work on this relationship. To make me feel at home.
But the moment we stepped out of that plane, he was as cold as ice. Even under the hot sun, I could feel chills. Jennifer was there. He kissed her.
The same lips that had touched mine.
Why?
Just Why?
It shouldn’t hurt.
But it did. I felt a sharp sting in my chest as I watched Cassian kiss her in front of everyone, in front of me. The courtyard was bustling with people—advisors, servants, guards—yet everything faded into the background. All I could see was him, his lips on hers.
"Welcome back, Your Majesty," Jennifer said, her voice sickening
