Royal Saga 1: ATHENA, Princess of Costavia

(book 2)Capitolo 30

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MAXIMUS' POV

I didn't know what was I thinking. Instead of going back to the club to pick up my cousin like my original plan, I instructed Onyx to go there on my stead to take her home.

Instead of taking Athena to the palace, I drove towards a certain place where I spent so much time just staring at that place, the palace of Costavia, while formulating my plans.

I looked at the enchanting woman in my passenger seat. She was obviously drunk and tired and looked like she's going to fall asleep anytime soon. For some reason, I didn't want to disturb her and just kept on staring at her lovely face but we already arrived at our destination.

"Let's get out. I want to show you something, mi hermosa." I said and got out of the car to open the door for her.

"Where are we?" I chuckled because she really looked drunk and tired at the same time.

"Why don't you just get out of the car to see where?" She opened her eyes and looked around. She was about to get out of the car when she lost her balance. My fast reflexes kicked in and I caught her by the waist on time. I groaned inwardly when our bodies pressed together as our eyes locked.

Mierda! Her body feels so soft!

"L-Let's go?" I was surprised myself because I even stuttered. My body's temperature went high. Fùck! What's happening to me? You should just ignore it, Z. Concentrate on your plan!

I reluctantly let go of her before I lose my control and then cleared my throat, trying to calm myself down.

"To where? Why did you bring me here anyway?"

"Look behind you." I uttered. She turned around and I heard her gasp softly upon seeing the beautiful view of the city. It looked like this was her first time coming here.

"Wow." She looked amazed. She then sat on the bench there as her gaze fixated on the panoramic view.

"I'm glad, you like it." I uttered and then sat beside her. "The Costavia palace is such a beauty, especially at night." I complimented, engaging her into a conversation.

"Yeah, you can say that." I smiled of her answer.

"Yes, but nothing beats the beauty of 'mi hermosa'."

Her forehead crinkled and looked at me. "What are you talking about?"

I gave her a lopsided grin. "C'mon, mi hermosa. You know that you're the one I'm talking about." Her lips parted.

"You're really full of yourself, are you?" The corner of my lips twitched.

"I don't think, I am. I am just being honest and vocal." I continued saying things that I knew could penetrate her defenses. From the moment I met her, I could tell that she's very reserved that's why I've been having a hard time getting her to warm up to me. I knew I was being a jerk for doing this but I would do everything to achieve my goals, by hook or by crook.

Even after what the Queen said, I wasn't convinced at all. Until they show me any evidence that Antonio Romano wasn't the one I've been looking for, then I would never stop.

I used my charm, sweet tongue and gestures to lure her to fall into my trap and I could tell that I was beginning to get the result that I've been expecting. It wasn't easy because I knew that she wasn't an easy woman but I did everything I could until I finally got this chance that I've been waiting for.