The beast and the blessed novel by Ashley Breanne novel Chapter 53

Fifty-Three: Killian

Killian’s P.O.V.

For once in my life, I felt at peace. The world around me was on fire, and I could see the sinkhole opening in the distance, ready to take us all down with it.

But I was happy.

Even more so because I could feel her happiness. I knew I had work to do, but thinking about being stuck behind my desk all day had me feeling claustrophobic. Naturally, I loved being outside in the freedom, but today I desperately needed it. I felt like an over-excited puppy locked in a cage.

After checking in on the training field on the castle grounds for the royal guards, I made my way down to the city. Several personal guards were nearby, following me discretely. Yet, even that didn't bother me.

I normally had one or two, but the excess was due to the recent vampire attacks. I could handle myself, but I knew the head of my guard detail was just being cautious. It was better to be safe than sorry.

Even on the brink of war, the bright and colorful vines and plants surrounding and climbing up the buildings were thriving. I adored my people and my kingdom, and while I knew they were happy with me as their king, I knew they would be even happier with Natalie as their queen. Just as I was.

The familiar curly light brown hair of my little sister made my smile fall, and I internally groaned as our eyes met. I was not prepared to have this conversation just yet. But she approached me anyway, forcing a smile on her face. I growled when I saw a lack of guards with her.

"Brother, you look well!" She exclaimed as she came to a stop a short distance away, her fingers fidgeting with the end of her top.

I was unamused, but she didn't seem bothered by it. She did seem uncomfortable, but that made two of us. "Where are your guards?"

She stared at me with incredulity, as if I had offended her. "I do not need them. I can handle myself just fine."

"We have had attacks inside the walls, Charlie. Don't be stubborn." I argued, but she rolled her eyes before falling silent and looking away from me to the ground.