Claimed by the Duke

Chapter 2

Kasper Pov

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The place looked still bright, the fresh air in the royal garden was always my favorite.

There was an absolute silence around here which just indicated the presence of his royal highness inside the royal palace.

I remember coming here when I was eighteen, because the prince of Theroux had called me his friend and stood by my side even if I didn't hail from the royal blood.

For the world I was the royal guard, the royal slave.

But for the Duke, I was his best mate who he would trust in the dark.

And getting his call after years, brought me into nostalgia.

Throughout the years, the life has been floating around.

In the army, outside the army, leading the royal security force it has been a ride.

But I'll take the pride because I have spent most of my twenty-five years old life in serving our kingdom or our majesty, the soon-to-be king of Theroux.

I'd put my life not caring if I can make it out alive for the Duke.

I owe him too much.

"Kasper"

I turn around as I hear my name taken by the guard in the front door

"His royal highness has summoned you" the guard speaks as he leads me through the royal doors.

It feels good to be back, in the town.

Spent the last couple of months in the army, training the young ones who come to the army to make it big and proud.

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The guard steps in first as I stand behind

And I hear few chatter inside the Duke's chamber.

I wait anxiously, as I look down at my swollen wrist.

Got it yesterday when I was unpacking my things in to the small dorm I got out of my savings.

I'm planning to figure out, how the life will unfold.

And it will depend on the reason I'm here today.

The guard steps out ,along with the other security members as they bow to me before leaving me behind at the door.

And I take a step forward

"You can come in Kasper"

I hear the prince voice and I step in.

And bow curtly, putting my head down as Harrison turns around.

"Your royal highness"

I greet, formally

But Harrison shakes his head ,not appreciating

"Cut it out Kasper.

You don't have to treat me so formally when it's just two of us in the room" the prince scowls as he walks towards the small bar at the corner of the room.

"Whiskey with ice ?" He questions as he looks up at me

"I'm good" I answer, denying the offer politely

"That's some bullshit"

Harrison's lips curl up, as he narrows his eyes at me.

"You can't get drunk in front of the future king but definitely can join your friend for a drink.

So come on" Harrison waves his hands at me ,motioning me to join him as he pours down the whiskey into two glasses.

Adding a few ice cubes to it.

I give up as I walk further

"Thank you"

I politely speak, as I take the glass from prince hands.

It's like, behind the doors he is the best person who is fun to be around.

When he starts to speak, all you do is listen.

He commands that attention and respect.

But when he is out in the world, he looks arrogant and egoistic.

That's the way he has been portrayed to the world, blaming his anger issues and his decision-making.

They say he is short-tempered who will take a decision without giving it a thought, but I know he is the most composed man, you will ever come across.

If he decides to raise his eyes at you then you surely deserve it and every time he decides something, nothing can change his mind.

No matter what, he makes sure he takes what he wants.

But every decision he makes will have a strong reason which only he can unfold to the world.

"What happened to your hand?" He asks as his eyes falls on my swollen wrist

"I was unpacking, and I twisted my wrist"

I sigh, like its nothing

"Talking about unpacking.

You don't have to waste your time.

Because I have something for you"

He raises his eyes as he meets mine and I nod firmly , hearing to him carefully.

He never likes to repeat his words

" I don't trust anyone Kasper.

You know that" he adds, and I nod again.

I have got his trust, and I'll do anything to keep that

"And she's very important to me"

He sips the whiskey, as he turns around.

His back facing me

"I want you to be the head of her royal security and mainly be her body guard who will watch her twenty- four hours.

She's put into the princess shoe very quick.

She's restless like a spitfire.

Not only that, but she didn't hesitate to deny my orders.

So you know, she's a tough one"

He speaks out ,his eyes staring at the empty wall in front of him like he can imagine her through his eyes in the blank wall

"Who is she?

If I may ask?" I Curiously ask ,seeing he's been talking about a woman and so seriously which shows he cares for her too much.

"She will be my queen in a few months"

He answers my question as he turns around!

"Congratulations.

I wasn't aware ,I'm sorry or else I would have got your first present"

I smile ,feeling happy for him.

This will be the first royal wedding, after decades.

The whole kingdom will be rejoiced by the new

"Oh, don't be.

Nobody knows, it will be kept secret for a couple of weeks.

Till we get the wedding date.

But again, nothing to be happy about.

She hates this marriage.

But I have given her no choice" he speaks out, his face hard and the smile on my face drops.

I go hush

"So is everything clear?

You can start in your post ,right away.

I have already informed the Remington's royal chamber.

They will be expecting you" he sighs, as his eyes flickers like he is at deep thought.

And I'm sure if he has given her no choice then he would have had a great reason behind it.

So I don't question further , in the end I'm his slave.

I'd like to think that way

"I'll get going then.

If you excuse me"

I take a step back ,as I put my head down

"You may leave" Harrison speaks out ,as he walks back to his chair

I turn around to leave

"Kasper"

I stop at my step as I hear the prince voice

" I want you to protect her.

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Protect her honor and her safety.

I have put my trust in you, Kasper"