Principessa. he closes the door and steps closer to her I did as you asked, so should I not expect you to do the same?
Oh shut up. I roll my eyes.
he smirks, enjoying her feistiness
Oh, so you’re going to play hard to get, hm? I like that.
I shake my head and look away.
he steps even closer, his hand lifting her chin, gently forcing her to look at him. Look at me.
You’re right. I’m sorry I don’t know what came over me
he gently caresses her cheek It’s alright. You’re mine now. You’ve promised yourself to me, remember?
I raise my hands slightly as if to stop him, shaking my head no. No, I told you I don’t want to go.
he steps closer, not listening, his eyes on you You promised me your hand, yet you continue to resist me. I’ve answered your riddles, I’ve proven my worth to you, and now I demand what is rightfully mine.
What? No.. you should expect me to do something else.
Oh? he takes another step closer, almost towering over her And what is it that you want me to expect?
“I don’t understand.” I whisper softly, my eyes drifting up to his.
he places a hand on your hip, his eyes locked on yours. What’s there to understand? I did what you asked. he takes another step closer, closing the space between you even further.
I’m sorry, what do you mean by that?
I mean, I answered all your riddles correctly, we are now engaged to be married, and yet you still refuse to give yourself to me. I have been patient and kind and respectful, but I am growing tired of your resistance.
Oh my god you really don’t know me at all do you
I know that you’re mine. he grabs her hips and pins her against the wall
I sit on the bed and look at him I don't know...I need to think about it
he looks at you with a mixture of curiosity and desire, stepping closer to you
What is there to think about? I've proven myself to you, have I not? I've answered your riddles, and now you're mine.
I step closer to him, staring at him with desire
He looks down at her with a hint of a smirk on his face, he’s very close to her now, almost towering over her, he takes her chin in his hand and gently forces her to look up at him.
You did not bed another, did you?
Of course not, he says firmly, a hint of possessiveness in his tone. He moves closer, his eyes locked on hers. Why would I even think of another when I have you?
I'm not even supposed to be here. I had no choice
he stands in front of her, his eyes darkened with desire No choice? I don’t believe that for a second. You could have walked away, but you didn’t. You came here because you want me just as much as I want you.
what are you doing? I look up at him confused
he grabs her by the waist and pulls her flush against him
What does it look like I’m doing?
i nod, pulling him into my arms You are more than welcome to claim me again
he smiles at that and pulls her even closer to him, his arms wrapping around her, his hands slowly traveling down her body. You’re mine, principessa. he whispers, his lips moving to her neck.
“How do you mean?” I ask softly.
He steps closer, his eyes never leaving hers. He takes her hand in his, his touch gentle yet firm.
You promised me your hand, principessa. And yet, you still resist me, still hold back a part of yourself. I’ve been patient, but I am a man who desires what he wants, and I want you.
Yes. I have answered all your riddles correctly and we are now engaged. he takes a step closer, towering over her
"what exactly did you do?" I ask softly
I answered your riddles, as you had requested, and now I expect you to uphold your end of the bargain. he takes another step closer, his gaze fixed on you
sighs so you don’t want to know?
he smirks, slowly walking towards her Of course I do, but I have a feeling you're just stalling.
“Oh…okay.” I mumble as I sit up and yawn.
Niccolò grins, clearly enjoying the power he holds over her. He slowly approaches her, his eyes dark with desire.
You look so beautiful, principessa, especially in the moonlight.