Fated To The Cursed Lycan Prince

(Crystal’s POV)

Rufus’ question made me nervous. “Why do you ask that? Should I recall something? Or are you hiding something from me?”

“No. I’m just worried about you.” His expression changed instantly. He obviously didn’t want to continue this topic.

As I observed his frustrated expression, happiness unfurled inside me. He was still the same man he was five years ago. Sometimes he was as innocent as a little boy behind closed doors. When he was with his mate, he became guileless, which made me feel bad for teasing him.

“Remember to come back to sleep tonight. We are mates, so we should share a bed.” 1 giggled craftily and patted the empty side of the bed on purpose. “I’ll warm the bed for you tonight.”

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Anyway, Rufus became an emotionless robot when he started working. He would stay up almost all night. By the time he returned, I would be fast asleep, so I didn’t have to worry about giving myself away.

can’t do anything,” I said. To further show my sincerity, I even

right. I’m going to

and was going to say something more, but Rufus spoke first. “I’m going to turn in early tonight.” He

expect this reaction from Rufus. I was speechless, but couldn’t stop him. After all, I was the one who had asked him to sleep early and

for? Lie down and go to sleep.” Rufus forced me to lie down. I had no choice but to obey

lights. His breath was so close that I

about how Rufus was lying beside me and within arm’s reach, my heart raced and I was overcome by the

him and be

sighed helplessly. Just as sleep was about to claim me, Rufus abruptly

“Crystal, are you asleep?”

but

heart rate sped up. I couldn’t help but think that he was