Chapter 269: A Soulmate Bond
"What?" Anna exclaimed, her eyes widening in shock as she mistakenly believed that the Mederian Princess was referring to her husband.
She hurriedly stepped forward in a rush of protectiveness, positioning herself between Kyren and Callis’s path, her small hands outstretched as if to shield him.
"You can’t have him! Never! He’s taken!" Anna’s voice rang out, filled with fear and defiance.
The sudden outburst caught everyone’s attention, and even Kyren himself was taken aback by her unexpected act of guarding him.
Observing the situation with furrowed brows, Kiev cast a dissatisfying glance at Anna.
The princess’s realisation dawned upon her amid her passionate defence. She recalled the lingering agreement of a pending duel between the Mederian Prince and the grand duke for her. Seeing the delicate circumstances, she hesitated before quickly correcting her words to Callis.
"I mean... he’s not interested in you. You and him are not suitable," Anna amended her statement. Her outstretched arms returned to her sides.
The Mederian Princess let out another sigh. With a deliberate gesture, she raised her left hand and pointed her finger, clarifying, "Not the grand duke. Him."
Anna’s sight followed the direction of Callis’ finger, her heart skipping a beat as she saw the actual figure of the Mederian Princess’s affection.
All of the other eyes also swiftly shifted in the indicated direction, landing upon Rafe, who was discreetly positioned behind Kyren, his head tilted to catch a glimpse of the Mederian siblings. The sight left the group utterly speechless and astonished.
Breaking the lingering silence, the princess sought confirmation once more.