Nadia’s POV: 

The moment I wrapped my arms around him, the world went silent. I curled my fingers into his shirt. Yes, I considered him my mate now. I held on for dear life, terrified he would vanish. Just like my parents had.

Kane buried his face in my neck, holding me tighter with every passing second.

“I really thought I lost you,” he rasped. His voice was completely broken. He didn't sound like the untouchable King I thought he was.

My heart clenched. This was a man I could lose myself in. This wasn’t the tyrant who crushed his enemies without blinking. This Kane was raw and real.

I...