The Princess Next Door

Ch 15

Cara's P.O.V.

As I lay sobbing on my bed, I heard the the doorbell ring downstairs. Who could that be? I only know Shawn and I doubt he would be coming over. I walked downstairs and looked out the peephole, sure enough it was Shawn standing at the door. I opened it and asked him, " What do you want?" He just stared looking at me and I just crossed my arms, waiting for an answer. He walked into my house and grabbed one of my arms and pulled me upstairs. " Shawn, let me go" I protested as he pulled me into my bedroom and pushed me onto the bed. " Just be quiet for a moment, please " as he paced alongside my bed and I just put my legs down, waiting for whatever he was about to say.

He came in front of me and kneeled down in front of me and grabbed both my hands. "Cara, my love. I am a fool to have rejected you when you said you loved me. And in all honesty, I'm in love with you too" as he kissed both of my hands sensually. " I know you may never forgive me for how I responded to you, but I will do all I can to make it up to you. You being betrothed makes it even harder, to be honest. " he said sadly as he looked up at me with tears in his eyes. I was overwhelmed, he didn't reply because of my marriage situation and putting me first. I was in utter amazement at this strong man in front of me. " Shawn...I have no words" is all I could muster out. " That's okay. I understand if you're still mad at me. I just wanted to let you know how I feel and that I'll be coming by in the morning to install a security system for you safety" as he got up to leave. I wanted him to stay but knew it was best we had our time apart before we talked again. He left the bedroom and I heard him shut the door and lock it. He had a key, but he was being polite earlier by knocking. I went downstairs and ate some cereal for dinner while watching T.V. After that, I got ready for bed and laid in my bed tossing and turning, wondering what to do next about Shawn.

Shawn's P.O.V.

After I poured my heart out to Cara, I went back to my place and grabbed a beer out of the fridge. I sat down and watched T.V. as my mind rambled on about how I could have approached the situation better.

As I got up and went to get ready for bed, I heard a strange noise outside. I peekd out the window and there was a guy looking in people's trash. I thought that was odd, so I grabbed my 9mm and crept outside. As I tiptoed closer to him, I heard him mumbling.." Damn where is it?!" as he kept looking for something, then finally gave up. I watched him as he went back into one of the other apartments and I breathed a sigh of relief. I walked back into my apartment and went upstairs to go to bed. I just hoped Cara would have more to say to me in the morning.

Cara's P.O.V.

The next morning I decided that I was going to get back in touch with my Uncle, I wanted answers and missed him terribly. I called him up as soon as I woke up. " Hello?" He answered. "Hey, it's me, Cara." " Cara? Where are you, are you okay?" He asked breathlessly. " I'm fine Uncle, but I have to tell what's been going on" as I quickly filled him in with the details, even mentioning my betrothal. " Aww, my dearest I'm so sorry. I was afraid they would eventually find you. I'm just glad your safe again, I won't mention it to your Aunt. She has issues enough with her sister, since she left." " Thank you, I appreciate it. Now on another note, I want to ask you your advice about something?" " Sure, what is it?" " I'm in love with someone other than Prince Adrian. What do I do, my duty is to my family but I'm so conflicted" I said as I heard silence. "Cara, what does your heart tell you, if you're heart is leading into another direction then follow it. That's what happened between your Aunt and I. She was betrothed to someone from the Russia, but she chose me" he chuckled and I just laughed. " Best decision she made" I said and he replied, " I agree, I am so glad to hear from you. Don't be a stranger and call me soon" he said as we both said goodbye and hung up. I felt more relieved to have talked to my Uncle and flet more.at peace as to what the next step should be for Shawn and I.

I quickly got ready for the day and as I was eating breakfast, there was a knock on the door. I looked out and there stood Shawn with a box of something. " Good Morning " I said as he walked in, " Good Morning " he replied. " These are all the items I need to install the security system, it shouldn't take me more than two hours. After that we can go grab some lunch" he said as he shrugged his shoulders waiting for my reply. " I would love that" I said as I kissed his cheek and he just got the biggest grin on his face. " Ok, sounds great. Let me get to work" as he winked at me and went to the utility closet. I hope our lunch would help continue lightening up the mood between us.