Marked for the Crown

Jessamine's P.O.V.

The sun seemed brighter, and I let my hand run across the stained glass design as I left Kaelen's empty office. I was disappointed that he wasn't there when I tried to stop by for a quick hello…and other things.

But I was too happy to let it bother me. His mark on my neck made me feel like I could do anything in the world.

I also knew that I couldn't steal all of his time. He