Page 31 of Stone Heart
Chapter 11
Rhodack opened his eyes to the sound of the shower in his private suite running. He glanced over at the bed and found it empty. The scent of Rina filled the air, and he relaxed against the bed. He smirked, thinking of their lovemaking. His mate was a clever lover. Looking back, he actually loved how she’d taken control of their first time.
It wouldn’t happen often, but if it was what his mate needed, then so be it.
He tossed his legs over the side of the bed and planted his feet on the floor. He glanced at the clock on his nightstand and saw it was getting late. The sun should be going down. He knew Vikuth and his men would be going hunting to find the misted figure.
Maybe he should go with them.
Rina would be safe in their lair while they went hunting.
The communicator on the side table beeped. He snatched it up, knowing it must be urgent for someone to contact him at this time.
“What?” he answered, irritation lining his voice. He flicked his eyes toward the bathroom. He wanted to go to Rina while she was in the shower. Just the image of water running down her curvy body had his length hardening.
“We’ve received word from Faery,” Raseth’s voice greeted him. “King Khantar will be available for a call in thirty minutes.”
“Perfect. I’m sure Rina will want to talk with her parents soon.”
“I didn’t tell him that the princess has her memories. I just informed the contact that it was of the utmost importance that you speak with the king and queen.”
“Thank you, Raseth.” Rhodack disconnected the call.
Rina was still adjusting to the realization that her life truly wasn’t as she knew it. There had been some uncertainty in her eyes where he knew a conversation with her true parents was warranted.
The sound of the shower shutting off grabbed his attention. He stood from the bed and walked into the bathroom. The sight of Rina stepping from the shower with a plush white towel wrapped around her midsection greeted him.
“Good evening,” she murmured, a small smile lingering on her lips.
Her beauty left him in awe as he moved to her. He reached out a hand and brushed her damp hair from her face. She’d be ecstatic to know he had made contact with her birth parents.
“Evening,” he said before covering her mouth with his. He cupped her face in his hands and deepened the kiss. A stirring in his loins flared, and his cock stiffened. He wanted her again, but now was not the time.
She protested as he pulled back, breaking their kiss.
“Rhodack,” she whispered, tilting her head back.
Now that her memories had returned, he could feel the full strength of her powers. They were no longer being pushed down by the magic of her foster mother. This was the real Rina.
“We’ve made contact with Faery. I have a meeting with the king and queen in thirty minutes.”
Her eyes widened in surprise. “Really? Here?”
“No, via a realm communicator. It’s a virtual communication device where we can reach out to the other realms.”
“So, there is no using my cellphone to call to Faery, huh?” Her perfect eyebrow rose with her question.
He smirked at her humor. In a situation like hers, he could respect her bringing a little banter into the situation. Who else would be able to come to grips with the fact they’d been living a complete lie their entire life— under a spell?
“No. No cellphone. Come, let’s get you ready for your virtual meeting with your parents.” He gently grabbed her arm and pulled her behind him.
“I’m ready,” she announced.
He twisted his head around to find her clothed as a Fae princess would be. Her long silvery dress hugged her curves, and her hair was now dried and hung down her back in waves.
She was perfection.
“How could I forget the Fae can magically dress themselves?” He shook his head. “Well, in that case, give me ten minutes, and I’ll be ready.”
