“Good girl,” he moaned, his hips bucking as her palm slid over him.
She continued the motion, his lips finding hers again as he reared and writhed in her grasp. She held on tightly to the stiff member in her hands, so hot and so swollen with need. His lips and tongue danced across the swell of her breasts again, and he drew one of her erect pink nipples into his mouth with a rough pull and lick of his tongue.
“Oh, Aiden,” she moaned, her grip loosening as his hips kept thrusting.
“Ye’re mine,” he growled against her nipple, making her shiver as his fingers slipped between her thighs. “Relax…”
“I’ve never…”
“Ye’re safe, though it will hurt a wee bit the first time…”
“I know.”
“Ye ken?” He smirked up at her as he drew her nipple back into his mouth.
“I… I m-mean, my friends… they told me what t-to… hmm… expect.” Katie couldn’t stop moaning and arching her back as he grasped her buttocks and relentlessly teased her nipples.
“Good, relax,” he instructed forcefully, smirking up at her as he grabbed her thigh in one hand and himself in the other. Katie knew what to expect, but she didn’t realize how it would feel.
Aiden slowly slipped his rigid member into her warm, wet chasm and nestled his fingers into the soft curls that surrounded it. As he pushed into her, he could see that the pressure had caused her some pain, but she pulled him closer and urged him to continue. He carefully thrust his throbbing rod deep into her as she gasped and cried out his name.
Aiden slowed and looked at Kaite earnestly to see if she was indeed ready for the rest of him. She nodded silently and raised her hips to embrace the rest of his pulsing manhood. With a groan, Aiden pushed the rest of himself into her until he could feel the deep resistance and go no further.
Her fingernails clawed at his back, and he increased the intensity and speed of his thrusts as her rhythm began to match his own. Unified, they pulsed together with heat and intensity. He could feel her reaching the pinnacle of her climax as her inner walls fiercely gripped his member and she arched her back in euphoria. She rocked and bucked her hips and begged for moreof him. Aiden could no longer hold back and let out a primal sound of absolute ecstasy, simultaneous with her cry of rapture.
As his movements slowed and Katie’s aftershocks eased, he pressed his palms against her face and kissed her lovingly.
“Welcome to a lifetime of this,” he whispered softly in her ear.
EPILOGUE
One Week Later
The Great Hallof the castle had been transformed into a vision of opulence and joy. Flowers of every imaginable color adorned the walls, their sweet fragrance mingling with the aroma of roasting meats and freshly baked bread. The long tables were covered in rich, white linens, and silver candelabras cast a warm, golden light over the guests.
It was a celebration of unparalleled splendor, a stark contrast to the tension and heartache that had preceded it.
Katie glanced around at the throng of guests, and her heart swelled with a mix of gratitude and exhilaration. The ceremony had been beautiful—the vows they’d exchanged in the chapel had been heartfelt. Now the feast was in full swing, and the air was alive with laughter and conversation.
Griselda, ever the gracious hostess, stood at the head of the main table, her eyes shining with pride. She raised her glass and cleared her throat, commanding the attention of the room.
“Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to say a few words. Today has been a day of joy and celebration, and I am honored to see me son, Aiden, find such happiness with Katie. Together, we have faced many trials, but today marks a new beginnin’ for them both. May their life together be filled with love, laughter, and countless blessings.”
Griselda’s speech was met with warm smiles and applause. Lord Crawford stood up to give his own toast. His voice, though thick with emotion, carried the strength of a father’s love.
“I’ve watched Katie grow from a bright, ambitious girl into a woman of incredible strength and grace. Now she embarks on a new journey with Aiden, who has proven himself worthy of her. I trust that they will face the future together with the same courage and determination they’ve shown so far. To Katie and Aiden!”
The room erupted in applause once more, and Katie’s heart swelled with affection for the people around her. The food was a feast fit for royalty—roasted lamb, honey-glazed ham, and an array of vegetables and side dishes that spoke to the culinary skills of the castle’s chefs. The cakes were towering confections decorated with intricate designs, and the champagne flowed freely, adding a sparkle to the evening.
As the evening wore on, the guests were entertained with traditional games and lively music. Laughter filled the air as couples took to the dance floor, spinning and twirling in a joyous celebration of love. Katie and Aiden stayed close together, their hands entwined and their faces lit with contented smiles. The weight of the past weeks seemed to have melted away, replaced by a renewed sense of hope and happiness.
Amid the revelry, Aiden caught Katie’s eye and leaned toward her to whisper, “Tonight is the first night I’m goin’ to sleep without nightmares. I’m lookin’ forward to wakin’ up beside ye, Katie.”
Katie’s heart fluttered at his words. “I’m looking forward to that too. But for tonight, let’s enjoy ourselves and not worry about tomorrow until it comes.”
The evening continued with laughter and dancing. Malcolm, Oliver, and the council members were in high spirits.
Malcolm’s jovial demeanor was infectious, and he raised his glass to toast Aiden with a hearty cheer. “To Aiden, the finest laird a village could ask for! May his reign be long and prosperous, and may he and Katie find happiness together.”
