Chapter 189: Running Out of Time
Moments passed, and the carriage grew quieter. Katelina’s eyelids grew heavy, but she fought against sleep. She knew she shouldn’t be so fearful; it wasn’t as though she would always have that kind of nightmare, right? But the horrendous feeling lingered, and she didn’t want to experience it again or, worse, face an even more terrifying nightmare.
"Damn," she cursed under her breath, starting to chant a spell to keep herself awake. Just as she was about to drift off, the door opened and closed.
"Is he here?" she wondered, blinking her heavy eyes. The familiar warmth of Ezekiel’s presence seemed to envelop her, easing her tension.
Right then, he materialized next to her, staring closely at her. "Sleep and rest, my queen," he murmured, pulling her closer and cuddling her in his arms.
She was taken aback, but his warmth felt so familiar and truly comforting. This might be wrong since they did not have a formal relationship, but it felt right... Maybe because, in her heart, she remembered him? Her body seemed used to him as well.
"Since you’re one persistent man, I will let this slide tonight. If I have a nightmare, keep your promise on the bargain," she mumbled before snuggling closer to him.
She was truly sleepy and didn’t even hear what he was saying as she dozed off. His arms around her and the warmth of his body were just so relaxing.
Ezekiel smiled the moment he felt Katelina’s breathing relax. "Hmm, look at you sleeping already without a care in the world. I guess I will be the one who’ll have another sleepless night like last night," he muttered.
He missed Katelina too much, and it took all of his control not to do more than just cuddle her and a peck on her forehead, head, and lips. "Goodness, I need more patience," he murmured to himself, feeling his body react to Katelina in his arms.