Chapter 324: Sharing The Bed
Once the door was shut, Kiev, who stood by the bed, turned to face Elis. They locked eyes, their unspoken connection conveying more than words ever could.
The maid sensed a shift in the Mederian Prince’s gaze—different from his usual stern expression. She detected a profound longing in his eyes that stirred something within her, an indescribable feeling.
Kiev found it difficult to tear his gaze away from Elis. Emotions surged within him, intensifying as they were left alone in the room.
A whirlwind of thoughts swirled in his mind, realising that the woman before him was his soulmate, their destinies revealed upon their accidental kiss. He yearned to embrace her and pour out his feelings, but a hesitance held him back.
Suddenly, the Mederian Prince reached out, his hands gently resting on Elis’s shoulders, causing her to flinch slightly.
"Lie down. Get some sleep," he tenderly instructed, guiding her body onto the bed.
He placed her head on the pillow, carefully arranging her legs in a comfortable lying position. Then, he tucked her in, pulling the blanket snugly around her.
Elis was initially taken aback by Kiev’s changed demeanour. They were no longer in the presence of others, yet he remained gentle, unlike his usual self. The Mederian Prince had always maintained a distance from her when they were alone, aware of her unease around men.
Something else also struck within Elis—she had undergone a change of heart herself. While she had always feared men’s proximity, she didn’t experience the same apprehension with Kiev.
It was peculiar to admit, but she had grown accustomed to his touch. She felt safe with him, a sense of security akin to what she felt with Garin, or perhaps even stronger.
Kiev had saved her countless times, and she knew he would never harm her. Despite his power, he had never taken advantage of her, even when he had the opportunity.