Chapter 21. The Offer

Kailani’s POV

I tried to leave, but he caught me by the wrist and I looked up, locking my gaze on his. Whatever he saw made him let go, and I walked away, finding my way back to the dining room.

I returned to the table first, feeling much better and in control than before of myself. Edward returned a few seconds later and Rue’s eyes darted between us, her lips puzzled and her eyes dimmed.

It wasn’t what she was thinking, but I let it be.

“Lady Kailani, do you see yourself finding a mate and maybe someday settling down and siring offspring?” Scarlett asked and turned the attention of those seated over to me.

And here I was, thinking only the prince could make me uncomfortable at this table.

When I was younger, I wanted an escape, someone who would come and save me from all my misery. I wanted that person to be the man of my dreams to sweep me off my feet with charming gestures, shift with me and strengthen me during the full moon and make me