Thread: Attraction Is A Treacherous Game [MisterKingXSeraphina]

When Tirel brought his finger to her lips to quiet her, Kiara's eyes widened slightly. Her hand was placed back against the burning warmth of his chest and she felt her pulse jump a little. She couldn't pull away again, as he placed a hand on her back to hold her close to him. The Princess stared up at the devil, taking in the hue of his skin, his hair, those eyes, and the curve of his lips. She could swear that she could hear her heart beating rapidly in her chest, though she knew such a thing was silly to believe. Kiara felt utterly enthralled by the devil, and that was something she rarely was by any gentlemen in court. As a tower chimed in the distance, Kiara felt Tirel pull her even closer and she didn't try to stop him. One of his warm fingers pushed her chin up and then his lips were against hers. The sudden action caused her eyes to snap open. As she settled against him, her body fully relaxed and her eyes slid shut. She let herself fall into the sensation of his lips moving, her own responding in turn with an equal passion and enthusiasm. Her fingers curled and grasped his thin shirt tightly, while her free hand rested against the side of his body. As he began to break away from the kiss, a soft whimper rose from her throat. Kiara opened her dazed eyes and stared up at Tirel with her lips parted and her cheeks flushed. His voice wrapped around her and she shivered pleasantly. She could find no words as he jumped from the balcony and landed gracefully in the garden below her. Kiara numbly turned, hands on the edge of the balcony as she watched him leave, a small laugh escaping her as he winked and smiled at her. He was gone. The Princess placed one hand on her chest to calm her rapid heart, and another on her lips where she could swear she still felt his presence. Kiara licked her lips, savoring the warmth and taste of him. What...What an intriguing devil he is... She whispered to herself. Never before had a nobleman caused her cheeks to flush and her heart to pound in such a way. Kiara just hadn't found anyone of interest or attraction before. There were pretty faces everywhere, but she had never found a face, body, and mind that excited her. The devil had ignited a fire in her that made her body yearn for his touch. She huffed in frustration and grabbed her wine, downing it quickly. To kiss someone so well and then run off! She snapped, Ah! She set the wine glass down and turned to exit the balcony. As she parted the curtains she saw the servant from earlier approaching her. The young woman looked relieved when she saw the Princess. Princess...you are needed for the closing speeches... She said quickly, her eyes looking past Kiara. Baron Ebon is also requested to join you... She said, her voice softer when she realized the devil she had delivered a drink to earlier was no longer with Kiara. Oh...I'll let the Queen know he isn't with you... She apologized and then ran off. Kiara frowned. Her mother had seen her eyeing him up earlier, of course she'd ask to be officially introduced. The Princess rolled her eyes and headed back down to the party, where she took her place to the side of her mother. She turned her attention to her father as he started to speak, raising a glass to all of his guests. My dear friends, family, nobles, and esteemed visitors... The King began, Thank you for joining us in this evening's festivities...We do hope you have enjoyed yourselves...In the next few weeks we will be holding many meetings and events in which I hope to see many of you...We have much to discuss and achieve among our villages and adjoining Kingdoms...Let us be warm and welcoming to one another... He gave a warm rumble of laughter and raised his glass higher, To a strong and bountiful future for us all! The guests cheered, drank, and departed. A few of the higher ranking guests were staying at the castle, while others were staying nearby in smaller estates. Kiara moved to leave when she felt her mother's grasp around her wrist. Kiara...Did you enjoy your time with... She looked thoughtful,The red devil... She paused, I believe your father said he was a Baron...Tirel? Tirel Ebon? She nodded, assuring herself that she had the correct name. Did you scare him off? She mused. Kiara shook her head and pulled her wrist away. He had something to attend to and departed just before the closing speech... Kiara said with a frown. He was lucky...I would have hated to subject him to a conversation with...you... She retorted. She didn't see it coming, but she felt it as her mother's hand met with her cheek, causing Kiara's head to jerk to the side. The Princess gasped, the sudden sharp pain surprising her. You disgust me...Disappearing from the party...I don't know where you went...But I know you were with that devil...I trust you will turn your attention elsewhere in the coming weeks...There are plenty of others here that you should be entertaining....Not a devil...I do not understand what your father's interest is in them...Their Kingdoms are a mess of violence! She snapped. The Queen stalked off and Kiara's anger flared. The Princess quickly returned to her rooms and groaned in frustration. The next few weeks would be interesting. Her mother's dislike for devils would make the time almost unbearable. She made a note to avoid the woman at all costs. If she spent more time with her father she might have a chance to see the Baron again. Certainly he would attend some of the meetings and events that were geared towards aiding the devil kingdoms? Kiara spent the remainder of her evening in thought about Tirel and what could have possibly caused her mother to despise his kind so much.