The Royal Contract

He did go to her apartment with a mission. But recent events had slightly sidetracked him from accomplishing it. Now, he was back on track and planned to face the issue head-on.

"Yes, as Jacky worded it. I came to gravel at your feet." He might as well admit it without sugarcoating and beating around the bush.

He believed it was the right thing to do. He knelt before his fiance while placing his hands on top of hers. "I wish to beg for your forgiveness for what happened yesterday. You are right. I should have considered your feelings."

"I…" She was about to ask him that there was no need for him to apologize. She was as much to blame for their misunderstanding. She should be the one going down on her knees and saying sorry, but he stopped her.

She still believed that she could be responsible for herself. Although the way she handled the situation yesterday was wrong, she could have done better. 

Instead of taking her anger and frustration on him, she should have been more open-minded with his feelings. She should have tried harder to put herself in his shoes.

"You are not my property to own and make decisions for your well-being. I should never try to control your life, instead be your equal partner in it." He continued without allowing her to interrupt him.

He looked down at her hands that still wore his ring. He pulled them closer to his heart as he stared at her loving eyes. He could see the different emotions swirling in her eyes. 

But what mattered to him was the love displayed brilliantly in her facial expression. He believed that as long as they felt the same way. They could overcome all these petty disagreements and misunderstandings.

"That is all I ask from you. I want you to see me as your equal and not some weakling that you have to protect all the time." She appreciated what he was trying to do, giving her a bit of slack.

But it did not mean that she did not understand what he did for her. She acknowledged that he was only trying to protect her because he loved her. She should not have blamed him for that.

"I am sorry, too. I think I overreacted again. I know you are only thinking of my safety, and I do appreciate it very much. I don't think anyone had done that for me, except my dad." She admitted to him.

She knelt before him, pulling her hands out of his and then placing them on his cheeks, caressing his skin with her fingers. "I love you so much, Alex. I am sorry if I sometimes can be a handful."

She gazed into his face, catching his emotions in his eyes. She admired a man who was not afraid to show how he felt. It only proved his bravery and sincerity in times of crisis.

She was so lucky that he loved her and was willing to overlook her shortcomings. She should remember that in times she would think negatively about him.

"I guess that is what makes us perfect for each other. I think we can both agree that we can sometimes be a pain in the ass." He sported a crooked smile, making a light joke to ease the tension. 

He believed no relationship could be perfect. Not even the longest couple he had known had a flawless affair. For him, it was a matter of searching for common ground and a fair compromise that could make a relationship last.

"But as long as we can listen and comprehend what each needed, then maybe we can truly make this work." She finished it for him.

Then, she realized maybe it was not a crime if she sometimes depended on him. After all, he was entirely different from her past relationship.

At the same time, she had already proven to her father and everyone how she could take care of herself. No one could accuse her of being weak if he kept allowing him to protect her. 

"I love you more, Dani." He whispered near her before standing up and pulling her with him. "Can we seal the deal with a kiss?"

He did not wait for her to respond as he allowed his emotions to take over all his reasons. This woman was his world. She could have him going in circles, but he would still come back to her.

He let their lips communicate what else was left unspoken between them. He allowed his arms to wrap around Dani, showing her how much he would always make her safe.

"I think I need more convincing." She teased, slightly panting as both came up for air.

She wrapped her hands around his neck, pulling him closer again. This time, she was the one taking the lead. She never wanted to experience another fight with him, but that was like wishing for the moon. stronger

It was bound to happen again. Trials, problems, and various issues would surely test their relationship. But Dani hoped that their relationship would be more solid and stable than ever when that time came. 

"Am I convincing enough?" He questioned in between kisses as he pulled her down with him on the couch.

He would give her everything she wanted. If she asked for the earth to stop spinning, he would make it happen. He was sure there were several things he could do to satisfy her whim.

"A little more." She pleaded, deepening the kiss, taking their love-making to the next level. 

She wanted more of Alex. She needed to feel his touch all over her body. She would do anything to be one with him. She took back what he said. She wanted him to own her, body and soul.

She loved him deeply, and losing him would never be an option, even if she had to swallow her pride. He was the sun, the moon, and the stars in her eyes. She would not survive without him.

"I'm sorry," Jeremy worked his way out of the room, limping on his injured foot and back into the living room, not realizing what he would see. "Did not mean to disturb you guys, but I need a bathroom."

The two immediately stopped kissing, abruptly remembering that they had company. Luckily, they had not done more than kissing. Not yet anyway, or the boy would be in for an unlikely treat.

"Come on, let me show you the way," Dani immediately walked in his direction, but not before she whispered in his ears. "We should continue this later."

He immediately rewarded her with a wicked smile. "I am counting on it." He replied to her, watching her move away from him.

He was glad that she was back in his arms again, safe and sound. But it was not enough for him anymore. He wanted her to be with him forever. He could not wait for their wedding.

He could already see a very interesting and exciting future with her. She was not just all beauty, some brawn but also pure brains.. He believed that there would be no dull moments when he was with her.