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He leans in and kisses me. "And you are mine. I will always keep you safe."
I lay my head on his chest. I just want this day to be over and to be in our bed together. Our bed. Together. Finally.
"You're tired. Get some rest, my love. We have time. I will wake you when we arrive."
I close my eyes and let myself relax. Soon we will be home and everything will change.
Chapter 41
Vladimir
Three days later
It’sbeenthreedayssince we returned home, three days of rest and recovery. During this time, Rose has been by my side, but I haven’t been able to touch her. She needs time to heal. The doctors suggested that she stay longer, but considering everything that’s been happening, she declined. She’s hardly eaten and her sleep has been troubled.
At night, she wakes up drenched in sweat, struggling to catch her breath. I know it’s a result of what happened on the island, but she refuses to talk about it. So all I can do is hold her close and offer my unwavering support. It’s heartbreaking to witness her pain, knowing that all I can do is to be here for her when she’s ready. However, for now, she has agreed to have someone with her at all times and to undergo gun training.
Being the daughter of a Don, she has had some training, but I want to improve on that. She is a total badass, though. A crack shot and it makes me wonder if I should introduce her to a sniper rifle. We haven't sat down with Demetrius for the meeting, yet he has been busy making sure we have everything we need. So I have been making sure everyone is ready. He wants to make sure all the families are away and safe. Once that is done, he will relax a little and then we can sit and speak.
For now, I have been helping where I can, but he wants me to stay with Rose. If anyone understands she needs me right now, it's him.
I lay on the bed holding her in my arms, watching her as she slept. She stirs in my arms. She has finally fallen into a restful sleep. She needs rest, even though I know it's hard for her. The memories plague her dreams.
"Vlad?" she whispers in a sleepy voice.
"Yes, my love, I'm here."
"Don't leave."
"I will never leave you." I hold her to me tighter.
"I mean it. Never. Please."
"Never. You are my Queen. I would never survive without you."
She possesses an undeniable beauty, despite the scars on her mind and the wounds on her soul. Yet, she remains resilient, fighting on and never ceasing to love. My heart aches to relieve her of all her pain and witness her genuine smile and happiness. The amount of suffering she has endured is unbearable, and it pains me deeply.
However, I am determined to make it all worthwhile. Among all the women I have ever encountered, she is the only one who truly captivates me. From the very first moment I laid eyes on her in that bar, I knew deep down that I had to make her mine. I may have denied it, fought against it, and pretended it didn’t matter, but she has always occupied my thoughts, taking up space in my mind.
I know there will be more hurdles to overcome and a lot of them. But if we will make it work. Together. We will have peace and freedom. I won't let Don Vinci get away with his actions toward her.
She is the essence of my being, the very core of my existence. Every part of me belongs to her. Soon, she will witness and experience this truth. I hope Lena and Aldo will lend their support. I never struck myself as the type of person who would tolerate the injustice Rose faced. Rumors circulated about the discontent among the higher-ups regarding her treatment. Having him on board would greatly benefit our plans. Even as I attempt to strategize, my thoughts invariably gravitate towards the love of my life. She occupies my mind incessantly.
As emotions surge through my veins, my heart pounds against my chest, matching the intensity of my feelings for Rose. Every beat echoes the possessiveness and devotion that consumes me. A rush of adrenaline courses through my body, heightening my senses and sharpening my focus solely on her. The warmth of my touch caresses her neck and shoulder, leaving a trail of goosebumps in its wake. My fingers delicately trace the curves of her skin, a tender gesture symbolizing my unwavering affection. The touch, both gentle and possessive, conveys my desire to protect her from any harm that may come her way. In my eyes, Rose is not just a woman; she is a queen, destined to reign over my heart and soul.
Her presence illuminates my world, casting a radiant glow that banishes any darkness within me. I vow to be her unwavering support, her pillar of strength in every endeavor she pursues. As her king, I will ensure that the world recognizes her regal essence. I will shout it from the rooftops, proclaiming her mine and mine alone.
I will do everything to protect our love, no matter what. The unwavering commitment I hold towards Rose matches the intensity of my emotions only. She is my purpose, my reason for being. With each passing day, my devotion grows stronger, intertwining our destinies as I embrace the role of her devoted king. Together, we will conquer any obstacles that stand in our way, united in our love and unwavering bond. Rose, the embodiment of grace and strength, will forever reign as my queen, and I, her loyal and adoring king.
I can hear her phone ringing, and I let out a sigh as our peaceful moment is interrupted. She sits up and quickly reaches for her phone. As she glances at the screen, I notice a change in her expression - a mix of recognition and surprise. She looks at me and decides to put it on speaker.
"Hello?"
"Hello, Rose. Are you enjoying your little vacation with your husband?"
"Dad?" She looks at me with wide eyes. "How could you do this to me and then call like I would be having a good time?"
"How could I not? My own daughter betrayed me and slept with a man who is my enemy." I hear her take a gasping breath in surprise. "Oh yes, I knew you met him in that bar and then went into a hotel room with him. How stupid can you be? Then you just came back to my home like you had done nothing wrong."
