Reincarnated Into The Darkness

⊹ ₊ Chapter 9 ₊ ⊹

Darcy Arlo Carringon

"What did you just say?" I asked widening my eyes as I heard Adam say the most unreal thing.

"Lady Katherine-"

"Why didn't you stop her?!" I shouted before Adam could speak.

"The letter came directly from His Majesty. I had no choice." He explained.

Katherine is in the Imperial Palace.

With Arthur.

I suddenly felt uneasy by the mention of it. Is she okay? Why did Arthur suddenly called to meet her without informing me?

"Prepare the carriage." I say to Adam and he nodded.

If my fiancé is there, I have no choice but to present myself there as well.

_

I walk towards the white room. It is a special room only for the guests to chitchat.

I hear a female laughing and a male laughing voice.

Katherine and Arthur.

I quickly entered the room to see them sitting down and having a funny conversation.

"Y-Your Grace?" Katherine mumbled enough for me to hear.

Arthur got up with his crutches and came towards me. "Darcy! You won't believe how much of a lovely day I had." He grinned.

This fractured leg bastard.

"Is that so? It is indeed surprising to see you having a lovely conversation with my fiancé." I say glaring at him.

He should get the hint.

I glare at Katherine who seemed uncomfortable by my sudden appearance. Even if you hate me, you don't have to show it.

"You should join us as well." Arthur blabbered.

"It's getting late. I'm here to bring my wife back to my mansion." I say.

Arthur's eyes widened as he see my sudden behaviour.

"I won't stop you then." He smiled, getting a little uncomfortable. He looks at Katherine who stood up by the mention of leaving.

I've been here for more than five minutes, and in these five minutes, Katherine haven't looked at me a single time.

What did Arthur say to her about me?

"Katherine, I'll expect you here soon." Arthur held her hand and kissed on it.

Since when did they became so friendly that they are calling eachother with names? And Arthur dares to touch her-

Why do I feel so nauseous?

"Let's go, Lad-" I paused. If Arthur calls her by her name then why not me? "Let's go, my dear Katherine." I held out my hand for her to grab it.

But she ignored it and left the room before me leaving me and Arthur alone.

"She's not the Katherine we used to know, Darcy." He informed like I didn't know it.

"I figured way before you did." I looked at him uninterested. "She stays with me remember?" I pointed him.

"Right..." He says uncomfortably. "Visit again, brother." he smiled and I left the room.

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We were in the carriage. It takes almost 1-2 hours to reach my mansion from the Imperial Palace and Katherine seems really uncomfortable with it.

"When did the letter arrive?" I asked Katherine. Even though, I know the answer but I'm not liking that she's ignoring me.

She still hasn't looked at me yet.

No sound.

"Katherine..." I call out her name. A little embarrassed at my tone.

She still didn't speak.

"Why are you ignoring me?" I asked leaning forward.

Still no sound. She's looking outside the window pretending not to listen to me.

This is getting annoying and old.

"Katherine!" I call out her name again in an anger tone.

She sighs and closed her eyes like I was invisible.

What is wrong with her?

"I believe I'm talking to you." I said in a calm tone.

Still no response.

Is that how she wants to play? Alright, so be it!

"What are you doin-" Katherine couldn't finish her words.

I leaned closer towards her, causing her to flinch and almost fall down on the carriage. I found myself on top of her, my proximity bringing me closer to her than ever before. It was an oddly thrilling and enticing moment.

My heart was thundering furiously, its rhythm deafening in my ears. The moment was exhilarating and alluring, sending my pulse into overdrive.

My breathing became shallow and erratic, adrenaline flowing throughout my body at a fast pace. With the close proximity, every move I made seemed to send waves of heat throughout my body, causing me to grow increasingly excited and uneasy. It was both alluring and terrifying.

"Y-Your Grace..." She breathed out in a timid way, her cheeks blushing bright red.

The feeling of her body so close to mine filled me with a mixture of excitement and arousal, though it also brought me a profound feeling of trepidation.

I gulped, feeling somewhat overwhelmed by the closeness between us. The thrill and excitement were undeniable, but there was a sense of unease that lingered and prevented me from completely giving into the moment.

My heart continued to beat furiously in my chest, my body still trembling slightly.

As I looked at her smooth and glossy lips, that seemed to almost beg to be kissed, the sense of desire began coursing through me.

My body was almost overwhelmed by the feeling, and I felt an urge to lean in and claim her lips in a passionate moment.

However, just as I was taking another step closer to her, I was interrupted by the coachman: "We've arrived, Your Grace."

Katherine was caught off guard by the announcement and quickly pushed me off and got out of the carriage.

Katherine appeared to be taken aback by the unexpected announcement by the coachman, quickly pushing me away and getting out of the carriage.

What the hell am I doing? Why did I even...

Why did I want to kiss her?