Rosa's eyes widened in surprise at the implication of his words. Summoning a Count, especially one from the founding families, was an exercise of authority reserved for someone with the power of a Crown Prince, not just a Duke. It would be a very bold move once Kael truly took it; one that spoke volumes about his influence in Drakemore and his willingness to use it for her.
"Why so surprised?" Kael leaned in and kissed her forehead, his lips lingering against her skin as he spoke again. "Everything you think of is not always written on your forehead, but when it is, it's simply adorable... It does things to me."
He took her hand and placed it over his heart, which was beating fast and strong. The rhythm sent a shock through her stomach, and she found her heart suddenly matching the speed of Kael's heart beneath her palm. She withdrew her hand from his chest and hugged it to hers awkwardly.
Just when did I fall so hard for this man?
