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If those two letters that were exchanged by Section Commander Hange Zoe and Assistant Moblit Berner fall on the wrong hands by any chance, it would be quite normal, since it sometimes happens, depending on the people who delivers them.
What is definitely not normal here is the content of those letters.
You see, any person would think that what's written there is utterly rubbish, and not worth anyone's time. They'd send the letters back to the post office, wishing to never see those peculiar things again.
If only they knew,...
A day before Hange sent her response to Moblit's rather repetitive demand for suggestions, she and Levi were having a very private conversation inside Elvis Shunerman's mansion.
It all started approximately fifteen minutes after (F/N) and Ivanna left Levi alone in the living room.
Levi, with head still slightly throbbing with pain, was lying on the sofa, massaging his temples and fervently wishing for his torment to end. Honestly, that sudden and unexpected vision he just had about (F/N) and that raven - haired girl worsened his condition quite rapidly, and all he needed right then was peace of mind.
Which was never granted, thanks to the scientist who suddenly barged into the room, flailing her long arms about and screeching Elvis' name.
Levi clicked his tongue, cursed at the wind, and covered his face with a cushion, quite unaware that it was the one that (F/N) accidentally sat on thirty minutes earlier.
"Elvis!" Hange exclaimed with that shrill and irritating voice of hers.
"What do you want, four - eyes?" Levi said beneath the warm cushion, his voice muffled and very low.
"I got a letter from Moblit."
Levi slightly lifted the cushion and gave Hange a glance.
"Why are you wearing your glasses? I thought we're supposedly in disguise at all times."
"Well, you're not wearing your wig right now." Hange answered, looking at the disregarded wig not far from where the tea tray sat.
Levi covered his face once more. "Go away, Hange."
"No. You have to read this first. It's very important that you read this."
Levi finally threw the cushion away, hastily sat up straight, and stared angrily at the woman with his bloodshot eyes.
"Eww, Elvis, what's wrong with you?" Hange uttered, smiling and worrying at the same time.
"Everything! Now, where's the damn letter?"
"Here." Hange said, handing the letter to Levi. He just took it and raised an eyebrow.
"This has to be worth my time, four - eyes. Or else, I'm throwing you out of this house." he threatened.
Hange just shrugged her shoulders and sat on the other end of the sofa. Levi impatiently opened the letter and read. A few moments later, his expression changed from annoyance, to curiosity, to utter confusion.
"He wrote this sentence twice." he pointed out the said sentence at the end of the letter.
"Naturally." Hange answered. "It's Moblit's way of requesting immediate response."
"Really? What's so urgent about this?"
"Take a look at this,..." Hange handed Levi a folded piece of newspaper that she took from her sling bag. It was dated on the twenty - seventh day of June, which was two days ago. Levi unfolded the newspaper and began reading the article.
"Massive Massacre Frightens People"
By Aintnoqueens
June 27, year 850, Tuesday
The good citizens of the Walls were, once again, frightened, as another shocking incident occurred within the once peaceful place. Just this morning, a large number of prisoners were found dead inside the local jail. The Military Police is beyond baffled as to what caused the death of these men. Investigations are still going on inside the building, and until the mystery is solved, unauthorized persons or people who are not members of this establishment are not allowed within the prison perimeter.
Levi stared at the short article a bit longer before speaking.
"You don't mean to say,...?" he muttered.
"Exactly."
"Are you implying that some guard dog of a nobleman went wild and started killing scumbags?"
"Not literally. Quite close, actually. Have you figured out who the Shepherd is?" Hange said, pointing at Moblit's letter that was left on top of the table by Levi.
Levi gave Hange an expression so unreadable that it actually made the woman confirm that the man has finally taken her seriously.
"That couldn't be,..." Levi started and suddenly became wide - eyed. "It's Erwin Smith, isn't it?"
"Exactly!"
"So, his sheep?"
"The Scouting Legion!"
"And this guard dog who started killing sheep?"
"I don't know. Yet."
Hange took out her notebook from her bag and opened it, showing its contents to her companion.
"These are the names of the people who died inside that prison."
"How the hell did you obtain that amount of information?" Levi said, staring at some names that were written in the grimy pages of the notebook.
"Don't ask. Anyway, these names, do they ring a bell or not?"
"Of course not!" Levi barked at her face, so annoyed after being asked such an obvious question.
"Exactly! Almost nobody knew them. Except, maybe, Kristoph Sutherland. I hope you haven't forgotten that name just yet."
"Sutherland? You mean that piece of shit who almost killed (F/N)?"
"Yes."
Once again, Levi's eyes widened. Does that mean?
"Levi, these are the remaining members of Sutherland's cult! The cult of royal fanatics that was dedicated into wiping out the entire Ackerman clan! Why did they suddenly die? And all at the same time?"
"Unless they were murdered by someone."
"The guard dog! Just recently, I've heard of a massive massacre in an inn not far from where the Headquarters is. All occupants were shot to death for an unknown reason. And don't forget Sutherland's passing just last month. Don't you find it suspicious? What if these deaths are all connected?"
"It's fishy enough. Of course, they're all connected. The question is; what exactly is the reason of this nobleman for allowing his guard dog to go on a murdering rampage?"
"What is the last thing you've heard Sutherland mumbling proudly about?"
Levi had no idea that his eyelids could allow his orbs to widen even more.
"About getting rid of the Ackermans."
"Which is a known fact by these prisoners before biting the dust. Levi, the sheep that Moblit has written about, they're not just Soldiers of the Legion. It's Erwin's personal squad."
"The same squad who went with him to investigate the cult."
"And the same squad who saved you and (F/N) from getting killed that day in the Trost marketplace! Levi, just like Erwin and us and those prisoners, they KNEW the secret of the cult! They are MOST DEFINITELY NEXT on the hit list!"
Levi was no longer able of speech after what he just heard from Hange.
"And, do you know who else knows the secret aside from us, Erwin and his squad, and the prisoners?"
Levi did not need to mention who. He just knew who it is.
"Shit." he simply uttered.
Hange threw her notebook on the table and covered her eyes.
"Now, I know why Erwin brought her here, and in Nile Dawk's house of all places." Hange muttered stress-fully.
"He's trying to protect her." Levi said, still not able to believe everything that was discussed. But, killer - related kidnapping or not, he still despised him after what he did to (F/N). "That bastard. Why didn't he just tell us in the first place? We're all screwed, anyway."
"I don't know. Maybe he has another motive? You know the man. He's always planning ahead of us."
"You said he's been evading the migration grant for years now. Why do you think he accepted it now of all times?"
"The migration grant gives you the right to be a noble." Hange answered, then finally realized something. "The Winter Season! There will be a Winter Season Ball coming up in December where all the nobles would be gathered! Do you think that - ?"
Levi just nodded. He understood perfectly.
All the nobles would be gathered there.
Including the one who set the guard dog loose.
"Hange, think of a clever way to disable (F/N) within a week from now." Levi ordered. "She must not attend that Ball,..."
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âHenryâŠâ Addy snaked her arm around Harryâs giving it a gentle squeeze. His body was tense unable to relax from the fact that he was on his way to meet Adalynâs family.
 âRelax babe. They are going to love you!â She whispered words of encouragement while she searched for his hand interlocking their fingers. Resting her head on his shoulder Harry bent down to place a kiss on her forehead.
âThanks Addy. I hope you are right.â Harry squeezed her hand lightly. His body had begun to relax, but his mind was going off in every direction thinking of the worst possible outcomes. Having to meet Adalynâs family terrified him to no end. He would rather go back to war then meet her brother Reid after all Addy had warned him about. She did indulge him on the fact that her brother loved the Arsenal football team just like Harry, a vital connection piece for the prince to use if necessary.
Luther started to chuckle from the drivers seat gaining the coupleâs attention. âLuther why are you laughing?â Addy started to join in on his infectious laugh, unable to control it.
âHe is laughing at my expense Addy.â Harry groaned listening to Luther and his girlfriend fall into a fit of laughter.
âI have never seen Harry this nervous Addy!â Luther slapped his knee seeing the prince glare at him through the rear view mirror.
Trying to stifle her laugh Addy pursed her lips together and successfully failed. Bursting into a series of giggles she keeled over in the back seat. âI am sorry Harry.â Addy managed to speak between breaths.
âYou guys really are not helping in the least!â Harry released Addyâs hand, crossing his arms with an exaggerated pout. He hid the fact that their laughter did calm his nerves making the tension in his body float away.
Harry released an audible sigh as he helped Addy climb out of the back seat of the vehicle. Taking her hand he shut the door behind them, turning on his heel he started to lead her up to her childhood home basking in the memory that would be forever planted in his mind; the day he met her family.
âHey⊠wait a minute.â Addy tugged on his hand bringing his body flush against hers. She wanted to have a private minute alone with him before they entered the madness. Linking her arms together behind his neck she gently swayed back and forth for a few quite moments staring into his deep blue eyes.
It amazed at her at how far they had come, how they got to this point in their relationship. Addy never thought that the day she met the prince that she would ever be bringing him home to meet her family. There was a piece inside of her hoping that this was the last man that she would bring home, after all, everything about it seemed right. No doubt in her mind caused her to think otherwise.
âYou know I never thought that I would be bringing home another manâŠâ Addyâs lips spread into a beaming smile. Harry held her gaze as she continued to speak. âMy family is quite protective of me and just remember they will see what I see in you. I know itâs nerve wracking to think, but just be your cute self and they will fall for you like I have alright? They will see how happy you make Henry, whether itâs tonight or another time.â
Addy searched his eyes for any sign of doubt that she could squash before it developed into something more. Her eyes saw a movement in the distance seeing the curtains in the front window shut in a hurry. Addyâs continual gaze in that direction caused Harry to raise his eyebrow in suspicion.
He turned his head to see silhouettes vanishing back into the home. âWe are being watched.â Harry twisted his attention back to Adalyn who had buried her head in chest in embarrassment that shook with laughter.
âWe could always go back to KensingtonâŠâ Addy silently admitted that she too was nervous. She had been hiding that fact from Harry in order to help him relax, but he had known she was. I mean it is not every day that you bring you boyfriend home to meet your family that just so happens to be a prince.
âAddy we have to go inside.â His hand traveled down her arm finding her hand. âAs much as I would love take you back home and ravish youâŠâ Taking a step backward he tugged her forward making the decision for them. âBut we should not keep them waiting especially since they are already watching us.â
âHarry!!â She whimpered before quickly surrendering to his lead and fell into step beside him. Addy released a deep sigh as they climbed the concrete steps. Finding comfort in Harryâs firm grip she squeezed it tighter gaining the princeâs attention.
âLetâs just have fun Addy. Donât worry I can handle myself.â He quickly reassured his girlfriend, as he was about to knock on the door alerting her family to their presence. Before his fist made contact with the wooden door it swung open revealing her family eagerly gathered in the front entrance.
âAddy, Prince Harry!!â Rosalyn stood in the doorway with a beaming smile staring at the couple. She immediately pulled Addy into an enveloping hug while her hand remained clenched tightly to the princeâs hand.
âWe are so excited to have you both for dinner!â Rosalyn squeezed her frame harder while stealing a glance at the prince offering him a wider grin.Â
Harry was her next victim as she released Addy and greeted the prince with a warm welcoming hug. Tapping his back with her hand, Rosalyn whispered in the princeâs ear. âIt is so wonderful that we finally get to meet you your highness!â Rosalyn freed the prince from her grips running her hand down the side of his arm in a friendly gesture.
âThank you Miss Mackenzie, but please call me Harry.â His posh voice rang out. Adalyn watched Elenaâs mouth open, swooning over his elegant deep voice.
Carlson stepped in front of his wife, his wide smile evident that he was happy to see Harry once again. âHarry. Nice to see you again! Welcome to our home.â Addyâs father eased his budding nerves. At least her father seemed to already approve of him and was one less person he had to win over.
Carlson shook the princeâs hand firmly before pulling him into a welcoming hug, a gesture that Reid watched carefully. âThank you Carlson for the invitation for dinner.â Harry smiled warmly while the couple stood hand in hand still outside on the step.
âDadâŠâ Addy giggled awkwardly as the greetings took a lull. âAre you going to let us inside? Or are you all just going to smother my boyfriend at the door like typical Mackenzieâs?â      Â
âOf course of course. Please come in!â Rosalyn pleaded with a wide grin.
This gave Addy a quick moment with the prince to silently check in with him. She knew that Harry was nervous, but he did not show it in the least wearing his princely charm that he was so accustomed to displaying. She stole a silent glance, locking eyes with him asking if he was ok.
Harry squeezed her hand in reassurance before he flashed a grin. âIâm fine Addy.â He leant down to whisper catching the soft skin of her temple with a delicate quick kiss before anyone saw. Walking into her child hood home Harry was immediately absorbed in an overpowering sense of welcome and warmth, of home.
Carlson and Rosalyn had stepped back allowing the couple a bit of space to breath before the next introductions. Harryâs eyes fell upon a woman who seemed a bit older than Addy but her resemblance definitely indicated that was she was indeed Addyâs sister Lila.
âHarryâŠâ Addyâs arm snaked around the princeâs waist. âThis is my sister Lila and her boyfriend Gavin, that we are all waiting on to pop the question.â A light giggle escaped her lips hoping that humor would ease the palpable tension in the room.
âItâs very nice to meet you Lila.â Harry stretched out his arm but was surprised when her sister wrapped her arms around his body. âSorry Harry we are a hugging family if you have not noticed yet!â Lila barked a laugh giving him an inviting hug.
Stepping back from the hug Lila angled her head at Addy narrowing her eyes slightly. âWe have been waiting quite some time to meet you Harry. Excuse our little sister for her stubborn ways.âÂ
âAhhh! Lila!?â Addy gasped shockingly, but of course it came to no surprise that Lila would make that comment.
âItâs quite alright Lila. I have become accustomed to her stubbornness on more than one occasion.â Harry dared to glance at his girlfriend who was now displaying a suggestively raised eyebrow at him.
âCareful HenryâŠâ Addy warned him playfully.
âAwwww!â Elena squealed earning everyoneâs eyes turning towards her. âWhat? Itâs so cute she calls me that!â Elena shrugged without any shame or second thought on her remark.
âDonât worry the Mackenzie women are all pretty harmless.â Gavin piped turning the conversation away from Elena before earning an elbow in the ribs from Lila. âAt least most of the timeâŠâ Gavin sputtered out between breaths eliciting a barking laugh from the prince. Harry loved the teasing atmosphere he found himself in, as he was a joker at heart and made him feel right at home.
âYou deserved that one Gav!â Elena tilted her head back in laughter.
âI am completely guilty on that part Elena.â He broke away from the hug watching Addy eyeing her brother cautiously. âPleasure to meet you.â
Addy had been silently catching glimpses of the eerily quiet Reid that was watching Harryâs every move. Addy had never been so nervous for an introduction before in her life. Reid had made it clear on his thoughts about Harry and she begged him silently to not ruin the night for her.
âReidâŠâ Adalyn interjected before he could greet Harry. She pulled her older brother into a tight hug. âI really like him Reid⊠please be nice to him⊠please.â Addy whispered in his ear with a pleading voice. The fact that he never even gave her a silent response worried her to no end.
âHarryâŠâ Reid stuck out his arm shaking it firmly eying down the prince as if to let him know that he was the won to worry about in the family. He was about to make a snide comment to the prince but his eyes fell upon a watch that was carefully fastened around Harryâs wrist.
 âPromise me Reid.â Elenaâs arms snaked around his waist looking up at him with her chocolate brown eyes. âYou saw how happy Adalyn was when she told everyone about Harry. No one has seen her this happy, even when she was with Jake so please donât ruin it for her.âÂ
âBut ââ
âNo! No buts Reid!â This is Addyâs night and you will give her and Harry the respect they deserve.â His head looked to the ground hanging low taking in Elenaâs truthful words. Elena was always able to make him see reason.
âI need to protect her Elena⊠Alexander would want me too.â His head lifted to find her eyes starring at him intently nodding her head in agreement.
âThat means giving her the chance to show you how she sees Harry, how they are together. We all are protective of her, but letâs be courteous and respectful. Give him a chance Reid.â
End FlashbackÂ
âWelcome to the madness.â A smile appeared on Reidâs lips easing the princeâs solid grip allowing him to take in a calming breath. âItâs nice that you could take time out of your busy day to meet us.â
Harry could feel it in the way he shook his hand. Reid was the going to be the hard one to convince that he should be with Addy. He had come across people like Reid before hand and knew his simple charm and smile would not win him over, rather his actions and the way he treated Adalyn would be the ultimate deciding factor.Â
âAnything for Addy.â The prince smiled warmly unsure of how to judge their interaction.
Guess it could have gone worse. Addy thought internally while standing quietly beside her boyfriend.
She unconsciously leaned into Harry placing her hand on his chest. A gesture that had become so innate that Addy did not even know she had done it. Harryâs arm wrapped around her shoulder pulling her in closer, silently comforting her as he rubbed down the warm flesh of her arm.
âWhatâs for dinner it smells amazing?â Addy took in the aroma wafting in from the kitchen of freshly baked food.
âYour favourite dear.â Rosalyn grabbed Addyâs arm pulling her along into the kitchen away from Harry. Addy glanced back at him wanting to make sure he would be alright on his own.
âItâs alright Addy, you girls go into the kitchen while we head downstairs for a pre-dinner drink!â Carlson waved her off before he patted the princeâs shoulder.
âFancy a whiskey Harry?â Carlson looked up at the prince with a smile. âUs men always have a quiet drink away from the women before dinner starts.â Harry graciously accepted her fatherâs offered and followed the men down the stairs into the basement.
Carlson took out four glasses out of the cabinet behind the homemade bar while Reid scrimmaged around searching for the bottle of whiskey beneath the bar. Her brother poured them all a generous glass of whiskey.
âLetâs toast!â Carlson spoke up looking around at the three others.
âTo new friendships and beginnings!â Her fatherâs eyes landed on the prince halting for a shared glance. Harry nodded his head with a crooked smile.
âCheers!â The sounds of glasses clinked together.
âAddy!!! You forgot to mention how handsome he is in person. His pictures do not do him justice!â Elena swooned, her head slightly tilted as she dazed. âOh and his voice⊠damn I nearly forgot how to speak.â
A hint of a blush started to creep up under Addyâs cheeks. Of course she knew all of this, but it felt good to finally talk to someone other than Ainsley about Harry. âHeâs more than just good looks Elena.â A small smile was plastered on her lips as they continued to gush about her new boyfriend asking her questions about him.
âI am surprised Reid didnât say anything stupidâŠâ Adalyn trailed off taking a sip of her wine.
Rosalyn was the first to comment. âHe is an over protective brother Adalyn. After all that happened with JakeâŠâ she paused realizing that she should not have brought up the topic. Addyâs arm paused holding her glass of wine in mid air as her eyes darted towards her stepmother.
âMy point is. Reid and well all of us do not want to see you hurt like that again sweetheart. It was heartbreaking to see you go through that.â Rosalynâs gaze softened as she spoke what everyone else was afraid to speak.
âI know that.â Addy breathed a sigh. âBut itâs different with Harry and all I want is for you to see what I see in him.â She turned her head towards Lila and Elena. âHe is not just a prince, he is more than that. More than that to me at least.â
Elenaâs arms wrapped around her squeezing her in an attempt to comfort her. âOh Addy we already see the way he looks at you. You can tell that he cares a lot about you and this is a true relationship. Besides! We all want the best for you and if that means Harry is in that picture, we will treat him just as one of us!âÂ
âThank you Elena.â Addy angled her head into Elenaâs embrace patting her arm lightly. âSpeaking of which I better go see how he is doing down there in the wolf den.â
âI am sure he is fine Addy.â Lila ensured her. âBut tell the guys to come up for dinner. Itâs almost ready.â
Her stool scrapped across the wooden floor as she pushed it out from underneath her. Taking a few steps out of the kitchen she inched her way downstairs quietly walking down the carpeted stairs hoping to catch a few words of the conversation in secrecy.
âHow can you two support Arsenal?!â Gavin tossed his arms up in shock. âThey are absolute shite!â
âSo did they not just annihilate Man U this season?â Harryâs voice rang out. âWhat was it Reid 14 nil?!â
Addy quietly giggled while she sat down on the step. Knowing that Harry and Reid supported the same football team and the fact that Gavin was teasing him was a sure sign that Harry was doing well without her there.
â16 actually!â Reid barked a laugh joining in on the princeâs remark.
âHave you been to many games Harry?â Addy watched Reid lean forward, Harryâs back was facing her as he sat relaxed back into a chair holding an empty glass.
âYeah itâs quite an amazing time. I am sure I could get tickets for you if youâd like?â
âYeah? I have only been twice. I wouldnât want to impose or anything?â Reid held his hand. âBut my birthday is coming up!â He tossed his head back in laughter patting the princeâs back.
Addy figured that she should make her presence known before she was found out. Standing up she stepped down more loudly down the rest of the stairs. Their conversation became non-existent as their heads turned towards her to see who was coming down.
âAddy!â Gavin hollered out.
âComing to check on Harry?â Her father knew her intentions in a heart beat.
Harryâs head turned watching his girlfriend come walking towards him. Her green eyes locked with him as she closed in the distance between them. âOf course I am! I canât leave him with you apes for very long or he might turn into one!âÂ
Addyâs hand rubbed his upper back before running her fingers through his ginger hair. âYou donât need to worry babe.â Harry glanced up at Addy from his chair. âThe one you need to worry about is Gavin thinking Man U is even on the same playing field as Arsenal!âÂ
Laughter roared out at Gavinâs expense. It calmed her heart hearing Harryâs unbridled laughter. It meant that he was comfortable enough to have a good banter with the men of her family.
âIs this seat taken?â Addy glanced down at Harryâs lap.
âAll yours Ad.â Harry sat up straighter so Addy could comfortably sit down on him. Her hands snaked around the back of his neck.
Carlson went off into conversation, but his eyes were kept on Harry and Addy watching their silent interaction. Her head had pressed lightly against the side of Harryâs while sitting quietly on his lap listening to her father speak. Harryâs hand was rubbing against her thigh holding it in position.
They looked comfortable as a tiny smile was placed on both of their lips. Carlson watched Addy press a kiss to Harryâs cheek and whisper something in his ear that made the princeâs smile light up into a wide grin.
Something about Addy was different. It was in the way she smiled at Harry, the look dancing in her green eyes as they too shone bright. Carlson could not help but mirror her happiness in his smile.
Carlson was not the only one watching their interaction as Reidâs sat back into the couch watching Harryâs hand waiting to intervene if he moved it to close to parts of his sister that he did not approve of. Reid knew that he wanted to pull Harry aside for a conversation, just the two of them before the night ended. Knowing that Addy would not approve he still had questions for Harry that needed to be answered.
âOh I was supposed to tell you guys to come up for dinner itâs ready.â Addy was caught up in Harryâs close proximity and forgot to mention dinner.
Harry and Addy were the last to leave the basement. Before walking up the stairs Harry grabbed her and placed a hard kiss capturing her lips against his. âYou know better than to tease me like that in front of your brother and father⊠you nearly gave me a hard no telling me you werenât wearing any knickers.â
âI wanted to make you smileâŠ. And it worked.â Addy stood on her tippy toes placing a soft kiss on his lips before taking his hand to lead Harry up the stairs.
Sitting back in his chair with a full stomach after having indulged in the fine cooking of Rosalyn, Harry took a moment from the constant flood of questions that were asked of him. It was the general type of questions he anticipated like how he met Addy, where they went on their first date, what he liked most about her, had he been to an exhibit of hers; questions that mainly came from her sister Lila.Â
Harry had learned that Rosalyn was quite the matchmaker and even tried to set up Addy with a doctor while he was away on deployment. Her stepmother could not figure out why she had turned the doctor down on so many occasions until she realized that Addy was already in a secret relationship with Harry.
âHarry I know I have bombarded you with all these questions and I know all of us are quite curious of you⊠but how did the press get wind of your relationship?â Lila was asking more of a concerned sister than as a lawyer.
Addyâs eyes flew to Harry silently begging him not to tell them about Lindsie. She had not mentioned that vital piece of information to them as of yet. Having only to imagine what the night would end up like if her family knew family friends of theirs was the source of the leak. Addy knew she would have to tell them eventually, but now was not the right time to do so.
âIt wasnât his faultâŠâ Adalyn came to the princeâs defense before he could speak.
âAddy.â Harryâs deep voice caused her gaze to turn towards him again locking eyes. âItâs ok.â He reassured his girlfriend grabbing her hand.
Clearing his throat he knew that this was coming. âFirst I wanted to apologize for all of that. Itâs a part of me that I wish I could change and has hurt many people that I care about including Adalyn.â Harry released a deep sigh, as the table became quiet waiting for his next words.
âAddy and I had been quite careful knowing that it was a very good possibility that the news would eventually come out. Itâs why I thought of not even getting into a relationship with her in the first place. It not only drags her into the frenzy, but you all as well in time and I apologize for that. We did not want you all to find out about us the way it happened⊠I am not proud of it and if there is anyone harassing you or trying to contact you, I will do all that I can to help.â Harry knew that it was only a matter of time before they reached out to her family and invaded their lives as well.
âYou do not need to apologize Harry.â Carlson reaffirmed. âIt is out of your control and as long as you keep Addy as safe as you are able to that is all we ask. We can handle the rest son.â He spoke on behalf of the family.
âI am a lawyer Harry, I can come down on their asses if need be.â Lila got the table to erupt into laughter hearing her determined words leave her mouth.
âAnd a damn feisty one at that. No need to worry Harry.â Gavin added above the laughter.
âThank you for being so supportive.â Addy scanned the table. âIt really means a lot to us and I know I donât need to say it but... just donât give them anything to write about. Donât comment on anything if they ask.â Her eyes landed on Rosalyn giving her a playful wink.
âEven to your friends Rosalyn.â
The conversation died down as people got up from their spots around the table. Harry had helped gather up the plates carrying them into the kitchen thanking Rosalyn for a lovely home cooked meal. Addy was not far behind him talking with Lila quietly as she smiled and glanced at the prince every now and then.
âHey mate.â Reidâs voice startled Harry not realizing that he was beside him. âCan I steal you away for a bit. I have a few questions myselfâŠâ Harryâs eyes locked with her brotherâs knowing that there was a potential they would be having a conversation like this especially since Reid did not ask one single question at dinner.Â
Harry nodded accepting the offer. Following Reid to the screen door that led to the back, Harry wanted to quickly escape before Adalyn realized that her brother was about to interrogate him.
âWhere are you two going?â Addyâs voice yelled at them causing them to halt their strides.
Harry looked back over his shoulder at his girlfriend seeing the fear circling in her eyes. âTo get some fresh air.â He smiled back not wanting to worry her further.Â
âReid!â She called her brotherâs name.
âAdalyn stay out of it.â Reid simply replied opening the door and walking out into the back yard. Footsteps pattered across the cement patio causing Harry to look back knowing that it was going to be Addy chasing after them.
âNoâŠâ She grabbed Harryâs hand. âI am coming with you.â
âAdalynâŠâ his voice was deep, his tone hard. âGo back inside. I will be fine ok?â
Harry cupped her cheeks feeling her shaking hands cover his. He leant down and kissed her forehead knowing that her whole family was watching them from inside. Now would not be the time to devour her in a shower of sweet kisses so he opted for a small gesture of comfort, but yet she still refused to go.Â
âListen Addy. Reid wants to talk with me and you know it needs to happen so let me do this on my own. Donât make this harder by being your stubborn adorable self, but please do it for me.â Harry was becoming accustomed to talking her out of her stubbornness when the time seemed fit.
Adalyn stole a glance at her brother Reid.
âTen minutes.â She narrowed her green eyes at him before stomping off inside reluctant in her decision.
Harry sighed, relieved that she listened to him this once.Â
âThere is more where that came from.â Reid sat down with a laugh. âShe is the most stubborn person I know.âÂ
Harry took the seat across from him feeling the cool wind bring a quiet chill to the night. âYeah, but it is also why I like her.â He grinned widely. âShe keeps me on my toes, wonât let me get away with anything.â
Silence fell between them as the two starred at each other. âI am just going to come out and say it because there is no other way to.â Reid gestured with his hands.
âWhat are your intentions with Addy?â
All Harry needed to do was make Reid see that he was being honest and truthful in his answers. âIf I told you it was to marry her that would be a lie.â Harry watches her brotherâs face contort knowing he needed to explain.
âThere is a lot that comes with marrying me and it isnât exactly a walk in the park despite what some would think.â Harry leaned forward in his chair. âI do not want what happened to my mother, happen to Addy. I care too much about her to put her through that Reid. Her safety and her happiness is more important then me marrying her. I cannot make her decide if she wants to be apart of my crazy life with me, she has to do that herself. So my intentions Reid, is to make her happy and know that I would never hurt her like Jake did⊠if it means in the long run we end up married I would be more than happy to share a life with her.â
âSo she has told you all about what happened with Jake?â Reid leaned forward matching the princeâs stature. âAnd I assume Alexander by the watch you are wearing?âÂ
Reid knew that Addy was a guarded private person with everything she had gone through. If Harry knew about Alexander and Jake, Reid would know that Addy trusted Harry more than most people. A fact that would bring some comfort to Reid.
Harry shifted uneasily in his chair knowing that this was a difficult subject. âYes she has told me about them⊠Alexander more recently.â Harry confessed. âI know how hard it is for her to give people her trust and I can be that way too.â
Reid relaxed his tense body pleased with his answer. Leaning back in the chair Reid nodded lightly. âYou know I am only being skeptical of all of this Harry is because of AlexâŠâ
Harryâs gaze locked with Reidâs seeing a glimpse of the pain that he had seen in Addyâs eyes a few days prior. It was no doubt a difficult topic to speak about so instead of saying anything, Harry sat there and listened.
âHe was so protective of her Harry. If he were here there would be no doubt in my mind that he would be marching her into her work every single day making sure she was ok. It was just who he was and I know that I cannot take his place, but I have to try and protect herâŠ.â Reid trailed off looking into the princeâs eyes. âI was not cautious with Jake and look what he did to my little sister. Harry she was so broken that I constantly thought she would leave us like Alexander had done.â His confession shocked the prince.
Harry had no idea that it had been that bad for Adalyn. He of course was not there in the aftermath of it all, but he could hear the concern laced in her brotherâs voice. All Reid was trying to do was protect Addy from the hurt again. So Harry sat there for as long as Reid needed him to answering question after question until Reid was satisfied.
âThank you Harry for putting my mind more at easeâŠ.â He stood up pulling Harry into a friendly hug. âJust know I am still keeping my eye on you!â Reid teasing smiled, but Harry knew he was half serious.
Harry helped Adalyn slip on her coat at the front entrance. âThank you for having me here for dinner. It was lovely to meet you all, except Reid.â The group erupted into laughter as Harry shared an understanding look with Reid.
âYeah that would be fun actually! We will have to work something out.â Addy beamed at the thought. It would be the perfect thing for Reid to connect and get to know Harry more.
âHarry you are welcome back for dinner or a visit anytime!â Carlsonâs arm hung loosely around Rosalynâs shoulder. âBut no overnight visits!â He shook his finger at the couple.
âDad!â Addyâs mouthed dropped open in shock.
âOh come on Addy. Donât think we all know that you are going back to Harryâs to stay the night or you wouldnât be getting your coat on!â Lila of course had to join in the teasing.
Addy welcomed all of it. It was their way of letting her know that they approved of Harry and that they were comfortable enough around him to tease. She had to admit that she was quite nervous for tonight, but it went far better than she had expected to. Even though she had no idea what was discussed between Harry and Reid, she could tell Reid had progressed somewhat in his initial thoughts of the prince.
âShall we get going? You have an early morning at work.â Harryâs hand found the small of her back rubbing it soothingly.
âYeah⊠we should.â
Harry and Addy were surrounded in goodbye hugs before they opened the door and walked back hand in hand to the vehicle that had pulled up waiting for them.
âSee?â Addy tugged down gently on Harryâs hand gaining his blue eyed gaze while she beamed up at him proudly.Â
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