-Cole-
I was relieved when I heard a knock on the door to my father’s study. Well, it was my study now, but being in here made me see him everywhere—sitting in his chair by the fireplace, lost in thought, or pacing when something frustrated him. It felt strange that I would soon be the king, but the excitement was still there.
“Enter,” I said, knowing who was on the other side.
When Raven poked her head inside, her beautiful and sweet smile brightened the room. I waved her in, getting up from my chair to meet her halfway. I wrapped my arms around her and kissed her deeply. It was never enough, but in just a few days, she would be all mine, and I couldn’t wait.
“You seem a bit upset,” I said as I pulled back, noticing something forced in her smile.
“I’m fine.”
“Raven...”
She sighed,
