The PureBlood Child | Book Two

Chapter 21 | The Scheme

I hurried down the stairs and marched the way Julian and Zoey disappeared. I licked my lips and brushed my hair with my fingers as I approached his room.

Low mumbles hidden just beyond the door.

I hesitated for a moment, with my hand on the handle; I squeezed my eyes shut.

I had to suck it up and take charge, I had to convince Julian to play a pawn in my plan ― if I can convince him.

I slowly opened the door and peered inside. Julian's attention snapped to me and he raised a brow.

Zoey glanced over her shoulder and tilted her head. Her eyes widened and a smile tugged at the corners of her lips.

"Daddy, she looks like a princess!" Zoey shouted. He nodded and gave her a smile.

"She does, does she?" He raised his brows and glanced at me, "What is it?"

"Uhm, well ― " I fumbled over my words. I bit my lip and sighed.

"I need your help with something," I started, he frowned and folded his arms, "Let's invite those three over."

"That― " He sighed and rubbed his face in frustration. He raised his eyes and met mine; he rolled his eyes and groaned. "Fine. Come with me, we need to have a chat."

I scrunched my face and nodded. He got to his feet and put his hand on my lower back as he led me out.

"What kind of chat?" I asked. He comtinued to lead me away, until we reached my room.

"What is going on in that crazy mind of yours?" He asked. Plopping me on my bed. He sat down beside me and his green eyes studied me.

"Revenge," I smiled, "I'm going to show Stark that he didn't break me, that I'm fine without him."

Julian chuckled and covered his eyes.

"I should have known ―" He began.

"But, I need you, to be a little pawn for me." I smirked as he peered at me with a curious expression.

"Oh?" He grabbed my hand and planted a kiss on it. "What shall I do for you?"

"Be mine while they're here. Be my lover. Give me your love, be my happiness and joy." I met his gaze and smiled shyly.

He hesitated for a moment, his expression changed between confused and worried.

"I'm at your command, princess." He grinned as he scanned my dress.

I frowned innocently and put my hands on my hips.

"Thank you, also, don't get weird when I do certain things, okay? Just enjoy and play along." I mumbled.

"I love that." He cheered and stood.

He was acting somewhat childish today, playful even.

I watched his back as he stretched and headed for the door.

"I knew you would." I shrugged and titled my head.

He turned a little and caressed my cheek.

"I'll be right back. I'll go send someone to invite them to come by." He quickly turned and left. I sighed and plopped on my back allowing the bed to consume me.

My nerves were on the run to escape reality. I was going to regret this, in some way, I knew that this is wrong.

I groaned and rubbed my face. I was just glad that Julian agreed. Now, it's time for me to pretend to be naughty and outgoing.