Chapter 031 - Invitation

I flip the page of a thick book while I am sitting on the bed, my back on the headboard. I am waiting for either sleep or Theo to come, whichever comes first. When I heard Theo’s footsteps, I remove the blanket and place the book on my bedside table. I watch Theo stride toward me. I grin, especially at the way he looks at me. Reaching my bed, he kisses me as I wrap my arms around his neck. “How was your day?” I ask. “Boring,” he whispers, as he lightly nibbles on my neck. “And yours?” “Still the same. Books with Harbin and physical training with Brandon,” I say, intentionally not telling him about Klevon. “Ah! Tale and Khufu are teaching me more about etiquette.” He pulls back and studies my face. “Do you still enjoy your lessons?” I nod. I gently touch his jaw and whisper, “Theo, I know that I need to learn if I want to stay with you.” He closes his eyes and reaches for my hand. “You’ve done the basics, Kaiya. I think that it’s about time you stop your lessons. The only reason why I l