Mated To The Cruel Prince novel Chapter 285

Chapter 285: Match Them As Couples

This was not a date, Islinda told herself even as she stared at her reflection in the mirror and the Fae servants fussing over her. This was just Aldric seeking her companionship outside his castle, that’s all. It was strictly platonic, she convinced herself.

However, for a strictly platonic dinner, Islinda did not dress the part. Her garment was a stunning shade of ivory, providing a sleek and elegant appeal. Ever since learning that silvers, blues and ivories were the colors used to identify the Winter court, Islinda made sure to put it on whenever she had the intention of impressing or flattering Aldric.

The plunging V-neckline created a flattering and eye-catching look, intentionally drawing attention to her collarbone and the creamy swells of her breasts. Thankfully, the long sleeves offered a bit of coverage while maintaining a fashionable and chic aesthetic. As a short dress, the garment fell above her knee, the length adding a flirty and energetic vibe to the dress’s overall silhouette.

Islinda had no idea why Aurelia of all Fae chose this dress, but it was making a statement. All she hoped now was that Aldric liked it. Why does she care if he liked it anyway? Islinda was taken aback by the thought. She was being weird again.

"My lady, you are so beautiful you might as well be a fairy. Are you sure you’re not secretly a Fae in disguise?" Lizy gushed over her, the other two Faeries with her laughing conspiratory.

Islinda cracked a coy smile, touching her face as she stared at her reflection. Although the Fae was intentionally flattering her – which was a huge boost to her self-esteem – Islinda could not recognize herself either. It felt like she was staring at a different person.

The Faeries did her make-up, lining her eyes and dusting some sparkly green eyeshadow on her eyelids, ferociously highlighting her light brown eyes and making it shine. She was practically glowing like a goddess. Her hair was let loose, the brown locks tumbling about her shoulders in waves. In one word, she exuded sophistication, femininity, and a touch of allure.

"Prince Aldric has arrived!" One of the Faeries announced as if this was the epic moment that they had been waiting for.

A knock at the door caused Islinda’s heart to race and she placed a hand on her chest. She wasn’t sure that she was ready to face him yet. Not that Eli was waiting for her to make up her mind. She squeezed her eyes close just as the Faeries chorused a greeting.

Islinda sucked in a deep breath and then turned to face him nervously. For over a minute, it was just that both of them and everyone else vanished, ceasing to exist in their world. Eli stared at her unabashedly, his blue eyes piercing her to the core, and a deep flush spread across her skin.

Islinda suddenly wished to hide away from his scrutiny, he almost seemed to undress her with his intense look and did not even seem ashamed one bit. When he looked downward, her face grew hotter knowing he was checking out her bare and smooth legs. While Islinda was not as tall as the average Fae with their perfect features, her legs were still long and shapely and her heart was filled with joy when Eli’s eyes stayed a little longer than usual.

When he finally lifted his gaze and their eyes collided, the breath was knocked out of her lungs and her body felt like it had been set on fire. The desire in Eli’s eyes was alive and burning, threatening to consume her whole.

"Princess, you look stunning," His voice was low and husky, sending a shiver down her spine. The heat crept up her neck and Islinda looked akin to a red ripened tomato.

She cleared her throat at once, "Thank you," Islinda tore her gaze away, fighting against the unclean thought racing through her mind.

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