Craving Prince Charming

5. At the palace

CHAPTER FIVE

~XAVIAN~

I couldn’t stop thinking about the girl from that night. Every single corner of her body was crested in my mind.

As the lycan prince of Saturn pack, everyone knew my name, but it was tradition for my face not to be revealed to the outside world. Up until now, I had spent my time training with the best warriors. Learning from the best scholars and learning from my father on how to be a true leader.

With this tradition, the Lycan prince is expected to be revealed in a grand birthday celebration.

But before then—I snuck out. I wanted to know what the outside world feels like even if I had to hide behind a hoodie. I know my 21st birthday was only a few days away but I wanted to rebel because I had a fight with Father.

And then I met her.

And now, she’s standing in front of me as my mate.

“No,” she shook her head in disbelief. “This cannot be happening,”

“But it’s happening, and you’re mine now. You’re my better half,”

Her eyes shone as I said those words.

“Better half,” she whispered.

“Come with me,” I took her hands in mine, and then I led her to one of the rooms, shutting the door behind us. We stood a breath away from each other, looking into our eyes.

The world seemed to have stopped. The mate bond was pulling us closer like a magnetic force. I took a step closer.

“Stop!” Her voice was coarse, uninviting.

“You shouldn’t be my mate. I’m just here to work and pay up some debt. I’m not fit for you,” her voice was shaking, she was almost in tears.

“Shhh!” I closed the gap between us. I could now feel the warmth of her breath on my face. Her eyes sparkled as I looked at her.

“The moon goddess brought us together for a reason. She knows you’re the perfect mate for me. That’s why I was so drawn to you at the bar. Our instincts didn’t lie,”

“I’m just a lowly girl and I—“

I crashed my lips on hers, shutting her up. I savored every corner of her lips, my hands firmly on her waist. The kiss was deep, passionate like a fiery flame.

Our legs moved as we kissed, and we found ourselves on the bed. I took off her dress, and my breathing became heavy as I beheld her naked body on the bed. She’s perfect.

She’s mine.

My lips trailed her neck, kissing her all the way down till I got to her upper thighs, and then, her p***y.

Her sweet p***y that made me go insane that night. I couldn’t stop thinking about how good it felt being inside of her. And now I know why.

It’s because she’s my mate; the right fit for me. I wanted to take her again. Fill the warmth of her insides as I make love to her. I was about to pull my pants.

Suddenly, my phone began to ring. I glanced at the wall clock.

Shit!

I didn’t realize how much time had passed.

“I’m sorry,” I kissed her forehead and helped her up. “I’m supposed to be introduced right now,”

I picked up the phone and placed it to my ears.

“Where the hell are you?” Dad’s voice thundered over the phone. “It's time to begin the formal introduction,”

“I’m on my way,” I mumbled and cut the call. I glanced at her and she was already dressed.

“You still haven’t told me your name,”

“It’s G-Gisella,”

“Gisella,” I mumbled her name like it was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard. “It suits you so nicely,”

She chuckled, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her head. I took her hands in mine.

“Come with me. I’m going to officially introduce you to everyone,”

She hesitated, her brows curving. “Are you sure about that?”

“I am,” I nodded. “Let’s go,”

We walked hand in hand as we walked out of the room and into the hallway. I got to the ballroom. All eyes turned towards me, a few gasps here and there.

My grip on Gisella’s hands tightened, like I was trying to protect her. The crowd parted as we walked towards the stage.

My face was straight and confident, just as I had been taught. Gisella’s head was bent downward, staring at her feet. It was obvious she was shy.

I let go of her hands as we got close to the stage where father and a few officials were standing.

“I’ll be right back,” I whispered to her and climbed up the stage. There was a man standing with a microphone.

“Now officially introducing our Lycan prince, soon to be Lycan King. All heads bow to Prince Xavian,” he sang.

“Your majesty,” everyone chorused, their head bowed. I stood still watching them, a small smile on my face as I waved at them.

Dad took over the microphone, giving a small speech on how much I have prepared to be the lycan king and my journey into learning.

“Before my dear son, Prince Xavian gives a speech. I have a special announcement to make,” Dad cleared his throat.

There was a low murmur. I glanced at Dad, wondering what he had to say and why he didn't inform me beforehand, and why I had to find out with the rest of the people.

“As you know, Prince Xavian has officially been introduced to the world, and even better, he will be getting engaged to his future Luna, Princess Tiana of Black Moon pack,”