Lurking in the shadows

"Nick, you… you… did you tell the imperial pharmacy that I was in pain because we… we… did that thing?" Luciana forced the words out through gritted teeth, glaring at him and fuming from embarrassment.

'How was she going to walk around the palace without everyone imagining what happened between her and Nicholas? Even the bed was going to be changed! This was so embarrassing!'

"Oh, is that what you are worried about? I didn't tell them it was your first time since the palace already thinks we've consummated. I just told them I was a little bit rough with you than usual," Nicholas innocently said, only to see her angry face look even angrier.

'Was she throwing a tantrum because he was acting gently with her? Will she stop being a brat if he goes back to his usual cold and aloof attitude?' He thought, feeling displeased by her actions.