Bought By The Ruthless Alpha King (Ruby) novel Chapter 147

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Chapter 147: Chasing Her – Open Your Heart Part!

Chapter 147: Chasing Her – Open Your Heart Part I

Ruby’s POV

“I must be losing my mind.”

It was supposed to be a throwaway comment.

Something I’d said half–jokingly over tea, when missing Mikael became too heavy a weight to carry alone.

“Sometimes I miss his castle,” I murmured with a wistful smile that day. “Not the place itself. Just… that feeling of being home.”

I hadn’t meant for Killian to take it seriously. But Killian Rudwick never did things halfway. He immediately treated it as a

request.

I was such a fool. What on earth had I been thinkin

“Mom!”

The twins called out together, racing toward me with their dresses in hand. Each one held up her choice proudly.

Alice stepped forward first, showing off a bright pink dress, one of the gifts Killian had sent anonymously. I had known for a while now that all those nameless presents had been from him.

“Mom, do you think this looks pretty?” Alice asked eagerly.

“Yes, darling. It’s beautiful. You can wear it,” I said, smiling.

“Yay!“.

With a squeal of delight, Alice ran off to her room to change. Next came Anna, clutching a dress identical to Alice’s, except hers was a soft, powder blue.

“I have one too, Mom! Do you think it looks good on me?” she asked, blinking up at me with wide, hopeful eyes.

I smiled warmly and stroked her hair.

“Yes, Anna. It’s perfect for you. Go on, get dressed with your sister twin. I’ll be in soon to do your hair,” I said gently.

Anna’s face lit up like the sun, and she bounced off excitedly to join Alice.

“Alice! We’re going to be princesses today!” she shouted.

Alice’s excited squeal echoed from the bedroom. I shook my head, laughing softly at their endless energy.

They had long dreamed of visiting the Kingdom of Sundrench, back when Mikael was still alive. But with the surge of vampire populations and the rising tensions, they hadn’t been able to accept Killian’s invitation to the palace.

“Are you girls ready?”

I called as I stepped into their room. They were already spinning around in their dresses, giggling. Both had managed to put on their outfits by themselves, adding little bracelets to their arms.

“My beautiful little princesses,” I praised.

My heart is swelling. Giggling, Alice and Anna threw themselves into my arms.

“I want braids, Mom!” Alice demanded.

“And I want ribbons!” Anna chimed in, her eyes sparkling.

“Alright, alright,” I laughed. “Come sit in your chairs, my little royalty.”

I guided their small shoulders toward their chairs and gently began to work on their hair. Alice got her wish: neat braids trailing down her back. Anna beamed happily as I tied a ribbon into the side of her hair. Watching their faces light up filled me with a bittersweet joy. For once, it felt like they could forget even for just a moment the sadness they carried over losing their father.

Once the twins were taken care of, I turned back to Elias. The little boy was the perfect image of Mikael so much so that sometimes it physically hurt to look at him.

“My handsome little man,” I whispered, brushing his soft, round cheek.

Elias giggled, clutching his toy with chubby fingers. Thanks to Killian’s help, he was so much healthier now. I owed that man more than words could say. Elias hardly cri

hunger that made me smile.

“Mom, when’s Uncle Killian coming?” Alice ask Successfully unlocked!

“In a little bit. It’s only eight in the morning,” I replied.

Moments later, the doorbell rang. I shifted Elias on my hip and made my way to the door, only to find him standing there. Kilian wore a brown coat over a white shirt, the top two buttons left undone. A small, almost sheepish smile tugged at his

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Chapter 147: Chasing Her – Open Your Heart Part!

lips. His hands stayed buried deep in his coat pockets, as if he didn’t quite know what to do with them.

“You’re early,” I said, lifting Elias slightly.

“Couldn’t stay away.”

He answered with mock exhaustion, making me almost laugh. I couldn’t remember the last time Killian joked without a sharp edge to his voice.

How much of this man did I really know anymore?

Before I could gather my thoughts, Anna and Alice tumbled into the foyer, practically vibrating with excitement.

“UNCLE KILLIAN!”

“Are we going to the palace now, Uncle?!” Anna exclaimed happily.

Killian chuckled and nodded. “If you’re ready.”