#Chapter 8 He Took My Heart

Adam’s POV I loved her. Ever since the contracts were signed by both my family and the Wisdoms, I knew that I always had a reason to continue living for the next day. Growing up for me was hard. Being the illegitimate son of an irresponsible king and promiscuous handmaiden, I was ostracized by those I only wanted to be friends with and was disowned by people I was supposed to call family. What was the point in being immortal if that meant having to spend the days alone? Then came Eloise—a light. A beacon of hope. The only person who showed me true kindness and compassion without asking for anything in return. The person who spoke to me like I was an equal, not a lesser. Someone who considered me as a friend and not a burden. I’d be damned if I’d lose her again. “You two there! Aid your prince, now!” I called for the nearest guards. Together, we entered the wildfire that was set ablaze in the room and searched every square