Hello Darling: Book 1 (Completed)

The Element(3)

Brooklyn's POV

Tonight was the night that I was going to the royal palace for a dinner party. So not a big deal or anything. Just after finding out that silly rumor was true. Also, love that for me. I ended up choosing the black dress. I loved it and Rhys said it was his favorite too so, I had to. Rhys had his mom's hair and makeup team come to my dorm and dressed me up. They curled my long black hair in elegant curls and then pinned back the front pieces so my face was framed better. They did a smoky cat-eye look that enhanced my blue eyes and natural eye shape. I finished the look with a simple string of pearls and pearl earrings. I put my phone and keys in my small clutch purse. They all left, after bowing to me, and I put on my small black kitten heels before meeting Rhys downstairs. We decided to meet in the same place as yesterday. 

And then I see him. He's wearing a suit but it's different. There's a certain twist to it that makes my heart flutter. He was wearing a white dress shirt but the buttons were down by three, he had on black dress pants, and black boots instead of dress shoes, and his jacket was hung over his shoulder. He was leaning against the car and he looked so fucking hot. Why does he have to make me wait!?

"Hello, Rhys," I call to him. He looks up from his phone and just stares at me. I could see his eyes lighting up and he gulped harshly. He reached for my hand and kissed the back of it.

"Wow. You look even better than yesterday. Gorgeous." I blushed and thanked him.

"You look very handsome as well." His hair was a little messy but also put together. That probably doesn't make sense but whatever, he looks hot. We got in the car and it was a driver this time. He nodded to us both and Rhys instructed him to drive to the palace. After an hour's drive, we finally made it. Now, the nerves are kicking in. 

"Are you ready to go?" I sighed heavily and nodded.

"Yes, but I'm a little nervous. I've never been to the palace before and I'll be meeting your parents, the Emperor and Empress of the Nation." He rubs my hand with his thumb to soothe me. And it helps.

"My parents do not bring the royalty life into the palace. They keep business outside and family inside. They will be like any other parent. Goofy and embarrassing." I giggled and he smiled, cupping my cheek. "I'll be right there with you. But if you need a few minutes, I can think of some ways to help you relax." He caressed my thigh and I nearly combusted. I swear to everything above, that if he puts his hands on me during this dinner, I will not be responsible for my actions.

"No, no. But maybe later. I think I'm ready." He nods and the driver opens the door and we both get out. The palace was even more beautiful in person. I've only ever seen pictures of it. This beats the pictures by a mile.

"Wow..." I whisper. Rhys grabs my hand and we walk up to the front door. The door groaned open and I saw two little kids sprint towards Rhys before tackling him to the ground.

"Uncle Rhys is here!" The boy cried happily. Rhys chuckled and hugged them both tightly, tickling their faces and making them giggle. I'm too young to have a baby, I'm too young to have a baby, I'm too young to have a baby...

"Hey, kiddos. What's up?" Rhys greets them while picking them up.

"The sky! Ooh, who's this!?"

"Oh, I'm Brooklyn," I introduce myself. The little girl looks at me and smiles shyly.

"You're really pretty." I smiled at her and thanked her. She smiles and hides her face in Rhys' shoulder. My god, she's so cute. 

"Cyra, Cyrus! Get your little butts back here right now!" Rhys puts the kids down and they both rush back to the voice.