Stevan thought he was the weakest man created by God. The proof that, at this time alone, he could not fight for his love. Seeing how the prince hugged and interacted with Adelia just now, made his blood cells boil. He was jealous, but didn't know what to do.
Moreover, after the dance, the prince and his girlfriend left the party and it became a very hot conversation.
"Looks like the two of them are getting impatient," said King Elazein.
Queen Tatiana, who heard that, turned to her husband. "But the event isn't over yet, Your Majesty."
"Leave it alone. It's okay. It's like you've never been young."
Many guests said that Adelia was very lucky to be chosen from the ritual, but many also said that Adelia and the Prince looked very compatible. And that warmed Stefan's ears.
"Stev?" called Andrew, and Stevan turned around. "Let's get some rest. Our rooms are next to each other, right? Tomorrow morning, you can see my brother. Just be patient."
The party that night was quite grand and lively. Even though those who came were the people themselves, the enthusiasm of the people made the palace halls and courtyards very full. Blessed is Northrop to have a King as good as Elazein.
***
Adelia really felt that her sleep last night was very comfortable and warm. He looked at the main culprit—Kairav—who was still asleep. Just because Kairav was still hugging him and asleep, he made excuses in his heart not to move from his current position.
Previously, Adelia had never looked at a man this long and close, except for Stevan. He also never felt a strange feeling, like fear of losing, except with Stevan. The effect of the sacred fire ritual is extraordinary.
Soon, the sound of a knock on the door made Adelia slowly distance herself from Kairav. He immediately put on a long robe and pulled open the large door from the inside. There were four maids bringing food and Adelia invited them in.
When Adelia's feet were about to go back in, her attention was diverted to the figure of a man who was staring at her from a distance. Stevan.
There, Stefan tightened his jaw. Seeing Adelia wearing a robe, made him wonder whether his girlfriend was wearing anything else under the robe and whether Adelia had given herself up to the prince?
Adeli's heart was filled with indecision. He wanted to run and explain that everything would be fine with Stevan, but Kairav's soft voice calling him made his footsteps return to the room. The waiters who had delivered the food were already standing with their heads down.
"Here is breakfast, Your Majesty," said one of the waiters.
"You guys just go, no need to take care of me anymore. Now Adelia is there," Kairav replied.
When the servants left and the bedroom door closed again, Adelia immediately prepared food for Kairav.
"Your Highness, what would you like to eat with?" asked Adelia.
"Call my name, Adelia. You are my wife now," answered Kairav.
Adelia cleared her throat, her tongue was not used to it. The fear is that he goes too far and he becomes a person who does not know manners. "Yes Kairav."
Kairav approached his wife, who sat waiting at the round dining table. The man immediately sat by Adelia's side and watched how the girl fetched him food.
Apparently, Adelia is not a girl who is economical about food.
"You eat a lot too," Kairav said.
"Do you mind?"
Kairav shook his head slowly. "Eat a lot, your body is too thin."
After finishing eating, the two took turns taking a shower. Adelia admits that her husband is very good at holding back lust because even though Adelia changed clothes in front of him, he was just teasing. After that, the two of them came out of the room and made many palace residents smile.
"Good morning before noon, Sis!" said Prince Allo—Kairav's half-brother.
"Good morning, Prince," replied Adelia.
"How was last night? Is my brother satisfied?"
Adelia raised an eyebrow, while Kairav immediately said, "You're still asking? Even though you peeked last night?"
Allo smiled so that his teeth were showing, while Adelia was quite surprised by what he heard. "Peep?" he repeated.
Kairav exhaled "Come on, just ignore him. Come on, we'll oversleep."
At this time, the palace was still quite lively. Last night's decorations still feel at home, especially the fresh flowers used as decorations. In the palace grounds, Adelia's father was talking to some of the other nobles. They all immediately bowed when they saw Prince Kairav.
"Father!" Adelia hugged her father. This was the first time she had been away from her father. "Did you eat well?"
Malvin seemed to thin his lips, "Don't overdo it."
Adelia smirks, then Prince Kairav approaches his wife and nods at Adelia's father. "Thank you for taking care of Adelia all this time.
well Sir Malvin," said Prince Kairav.
Malvin was quite touched, he did know that the Prince had a bad temper and cold attitude. However, he really didn't expect the Prince to say that.
In front of the gate, the prince's loyal bodyguard named Morgan was waiting. On Morgan's side was Stefan, who was also ready with his horse.
"Miss," Stefan greeted as he bowed.
Kairav's forehead wrinkled Miss? "Miss is a nickname for girls. As for Adelia, she is no longer a girl," he said.
Adelia turned her head quickly, wanting to protest, but Kairav's squeezing of her fingers on her waist made her only smile fake. There was no way he was telling the truth, it would become gossip.
Stefan's jaw tightened at the prince's words. Was Adelia captivated that fast? Or did she never love him all this time?
Kairav didn't like the appearance of his wife's bodyguard. Different. The royal robes worn by the prince fluttered softly in the air. When Adelia's hand touched his chest, Kairav looked down and came to his senses.
So, he immediately invited Adelia to ride his favorite black horse. This horse is famous for being strong and quite large with muscles. It is very clear if this horse grows with good training.
Adelia sat at the front, while Kairav was at the back with both hands holding the reins.
Today, Kairav plans to take Adelia to the market. Kairav's intention is an approach so that Adelia will no longer be awkward with him. Throughout the journey, both of them were just silent, especially Adelia, who felt bad for Stefan after the scene that morning.
"May I ask?" Kairav said.
Adelia turned her head, their lips would have touched if only she hadn't moved her face away immediately. "What?"
"That bodyguard of yours, are you sure he's just a bodyguard?" continued Kairav.
"He's the lover I told you about."
"No wonder."
After saying that, Kairav didn't ask anything more. Adelia also just kept quiet, enjoying Kairav's breath that occasionally hit her neck. The warm feeling when their bodies are close together like this also makes Adelia like it. However, as much as possible, she avoids her feelings for Kairav. Remember! She had made a promise to Stefan.
The horses stopped right at the market entrance, several people who saw their arrival immediately put on surprised faces and kneeled on the ground. Adelia, who was initially uncomfortable with the situation, was forcibly pulled by Kairav and ignored the people who were kneeling.
Behind them, Morgan and Stefan followed. And, it looks like Kairav is deliberately making Stefan jealous. It was evident from how he hugged Adelia's waist.
"Let's go there!" Kairav pointed at a jewelry store that is famous in Northrop.
"But, Kai, I don't like wearing things like that."
"It's okay, just buy it. One day, if there is an important event, it can be used."
Kairav bought Adelia several pairs of jewelery that were unique but still looked elegant according to Adelia's personality. Later, they also enter a clothing store and, of course, some expensive dresses are bought by Kairav. However, the newlyweds' attention was diverted when they saw a white mini-dress displayed at the end of the room.
"You want that?" asked Kairav.
Adelia pinched Kairav's waist while chuckling a little, but he nodded her head in agreement if his husband bought it.
Stevan snorted in annoyance, he squeaked softly but Morgan could hear him.