Lucas' POV: I meant every word I said. Cory is an amazing, strong, and brave young woman. I know there are a lot of her traits that will show once she takes on the role of being my Queen. I know she will be kind and just. She will protect the Kingdom as much as I will and love them just like every Dacre loves its people. When she leaned in, I thought she would hug me. I didn't expect that her soft lips would touch my cheek. I couldn't speak for a moment and didn't know how to recover. Kiss her back! Kali eagerly said. W-what?! Are you out of your mind?! Oh, come on, Lucas! No! It was just in the heat of the moment. Of course not! I can feel she likes us! Just look at her. She is also surprised! This proves my point. She is surprised about it as well. "Uh, Uhm, Lucas?" "Uh, yes,