Casteel: "Then I guess it would be repetitive of me to tell you how much you're turning me on now? Vonetta: "Planning to stab him during the ceremony? I'm expecting some insane drama resulting from the reveal though. That when it comes time for you to leave, I'm still going to want you. You wound me yet again. I fell and fell when I realized that Casteel wore many masks for many reasons. Because I know you would've done it. ", Casteel: "But you're still going to hear me whisper things. ", Casteel: "Some say patience is a virtue. Perfection. All of her books are amazing. It would also force a lot of character development for the two of them as they work through Casteel . After a moment, clearing his throat as he shifted behind me. He nipped at my jaw, drawing another gasp from me. And I knew it wasn't because he was my first everything. She is the reason I came home. You did more than most could ever think to do. There were plenty of hints in the book that a possible threesome might happen at some point, and while I usually wouldn't mind that level of smut, I just don't see it. And then it all seemed like a lie once I realized the truth of who he was and why he was a part of my life.". Casteel: "I'm a Prince. The corners of my lips turned down. ", Naill: "That did not look like a love tap. ", Casteel: "Why would I lie about something like that? In all truth, she should never doubt herself. Poppy says Poppy is an alien, an object, a computer, your pet. Poppy: "I'd never seen so many in one place. Absolutely ". And I don't know what you know of me, but I had no control over where I went, who I spoke to or could speak with. ", Kieran: "He was Casteel then just like he's Hawke now. 5 Stories. He tossed the quiver of arrows I hadn't seen him grab toward me. Your fiance has questions. ", Casteel: "That's because I don't want to be awed by something so incredibly reckless. And that's because I need you. That had something to do with it, of course, but if I wanted to experience pretty words or pleasure, I could've donned the mask once more and went back to the Red Pearl. Poppy stated that she knew and Hawke and Poppy proceeded to sleep together. Like an organ. Someone is likely to be very irritated if you stab me, and I end up bleeding all over the bed. ", Poppy: "You seem to know a lot about that book. I honestly was thinking that she would be bonded with Poppy at some point, but considering what we find out in the end, Poppy doesn't really need a bonded wolven, as technically, all wolven are bound to protect her. It fits that a Lion would have such a fierce daughter. Because as stupid as this may make me, and only the gods know why, I care about you!". ", Poppy: "Did you just pull me into a pantry?". ", Poppy: "Do you think I'm going to scream in Casteel's face and run off instead. This book gives us Casteels perspective for the first time in the series. It's beautiful.". She's utterly unique, and most likely not what one would expect from the Maiden. I wanted to know about who he used to be before he lost Shea, lost his brother. #forbiddenlove #fantasy #royal #enemiestolovers #marriageofconvenience #mates #touchheranddie #fakerelationship #alpha #plussize, 2020by The Rambling Book Nerd. I love! ", Casteel: "She is unique and brave, intelligent and beautiful. Casteels reaction to Poppy telling him she loved him. ", Casteel: "You're beautiful when you're quiet and somber, but when you laugh? ", Casteel; "Retribution is yours, if you want it. ", Poppy: "I don't know if you realize this or not, Casteel, but I'm not duty-bound to obey a single thing you say. They'd expect me to fall for someone as fiery as she is kind, brave even to a fault. None of us wish to watch Setti trample either of you. And if they do the Joining, I have a feeling it will end up in a threesome because Kieran has been in one too many intimate moments between Poppy and Casteel. Casteel and Kieran have a beautiful life long friendship that brings them as close as brothers. Not a single inch isnt stunning. (LogOut/ ", Kieran: "He's not wounded. ", Poppy: "Is it really necessary that the three of us sleep so close? I sensed an acute rush of emotions flow through him, so swift and sudden, I couldn't make out what they were. Casteel dipped his head, and I felt the bridge of his nose along the side of my neck. My lips slowly parted as I realized what the lumpy, red mass was. The Dark One. Feedings . It's been a while since I have been so emotionally attached to a book/series. ", Kieran: "Casteel will announce you as his fiance. ", Casteel's lips brushed the healing bite mark, Poppy: "Compulsions aside, you can't control everything. But this strange element of their relationship, to me, read a bit more like emotional infidelity at worst and at best as emotional wishy-washiness on Poppys part that was unlikable. Because I'd never stopped falling. Its uncomfortable, unlikable, and decidedly NOT what I want from my soulmates romance stories. Casteel: "When will you realize I speak the truth? Holy fuck. ", Poppy: "I can't just fall asleep. ", Poppy: "No one wants to hear about how many times I've made you bleed. This is better. Today? ", Casteel: "You're so incredibly violent.". It was evident in the way Kieran was physically described to. ", Poppy: "Why does everyone act like I'm seconds away from stabbing Casteel? Will you do me the honor or allowing me to one day become worthy of you? I know it. I'm looking at you now. Casteel: "Or is it because you don't want to know that it's taking everything in me not to ruin yet another pair of your pants by ripping them off and fucking you so hard that days from now, you'll still be able to feel the extent of my gratitude.". And no one, not even my father or my mother, will change that. I simply stared up at him, waiting and wanting. ", Kieran: "I was wondering when she was going to notice that. I wanted Kieran to take back those words because they did things to my heart, and even worse, dangerous things to my mind. Keeping him at what feels like just the bff side character after what has transpired feels wrong to me, like hes just the family dog to a married couple (if that makes any sense), I think youre spot on. Kieran and Casteel have a heart to heart about the ab. ", Casteel: "I doubt she knows what you're referencing.". Haven't I told you it turns me on?". ", Casteel: "But it would give you great satisfaction. You'll heal. I bit him extra hard for that.". Plus, does anyone really think Cas is going to be okay with Poppy having sex with, but him? Casteel: "Interesting. Casteel: "I do so prefer hand-to-hand combat with you.". Ancient primal powers have already stirred, revealing the horror of what began eons ago. several times, was demonstrated that is not just poppy and casteel or casteel and kieran anymore, its the three of them together: "And I still am. King Casteel Da'Neer (pronounced: Ca-steel Da-near) is the former prince and now current ruler of Atlantia. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. I love how aware of herself and her feelings she is. Of course, Mom excels equally at both.". And fuck if it didn't go off the rails the moment you walked into the godsdamn Red Pearl. I do think it was inappropriate, especially for a couple (Poppy/Casteel) that had in no way established together that they have an open relationship. I stopped doing things I didn't want to do the moment I took off the damn veil. We are no longer a fallen kingdom. Somewhere along the way, I no longer saw her as a bargaining chip or a tool for revenge. ", Poppy: "That and how incredibly disturbing it is.". V.C Andrews, full name Cleo Virginia Andrews was born in 1923 in Portsmouth, Virginia, the youngest and only daughter . What I believed about Malik changed. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Indeed, Im not sure how you can be a fantasy fan and have problems with that! I saw her for who she was. He glanced down at me, his lips slightly parted. Wow. Senses hyperaware, I watched him lean in as a confusing tremor of anticipation coiled its way down my spine. Prince Casteel Da'Neer. (LogOut/ More like ridiculous. His fingers trailed along my thigh, the ring around his finger cool against my skin. ", Kieran: "Dear gods, you have her on her own horse? And as her abilities to feel pain and emotion begin to grow and strengthen, the Atlantians start to fear her. I'm just a little chilled. ", Poppy: "You you don't like this, do you? In the glow of the fire, both dimples appeared. I was thinking she might have been part Wolven, considering her connection with them, but I. this. Web Kieran Contou Casteel DaNeer. It is still heavily Cas&Poppy so not sure if we are ever gonna have them all together again or just a one time thing from the joining. I wanted his mouth on mine, kissing away the lies his lips once spoke. "At least, not physically. I love! But by the end of the book, I was right back to thinking this asshole is shady. Coupons do not apply. That doesn't mean that it was okay, but I could understand why. It's an ache. And as shocking secrets and the harshest betrayals come to light, and enemies emerge to threaten everything Poppy and Casteel have fought for, they will discover just how far they are willing to go for their peopleand each other. Poppy: "He can see me standing behind you. An attack on Atlantia after Poppy and Casteel's coronation ceremony leaves an empty hole in the kingdom, and pain felt by all. If I could, I suspect life would be easier, but I don't even want to try, to be honest. ", Poppy: "I only stabbed him . a few times. ", Casteel: "There's a lot we need to talk about, Poppy. That is why the imprint is made there. And, yes, before you ask, you're free to do as you please. Casteel had faced all his demons found true love and more or less completed his purpose as a. What did I want? Casteel finds himself in the last place he ever wanted to be: trapped in a dungeon and in the grasp of the cruel Blood Queen. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire was just perfect. In me. You just aren't ready to accept it. SO, either it's me in here, or it's Kieran. 2 years after her sister Alice's mental breakdown, things seem back to normal. Oh, my gods. The last chapters of the book are just epic. Elijah: "Told him that if a woman fights with that kind of passion and makes you work that hard to earn even a smile, then that's the kind of woman you want by your side in and out of the bedchamber.". Poppy: "There is something so wrong with you! ", Casteel: "You're an absolutely stunning, murderous little creature. His warm breath danced across my parted lips. ", Casteel: "Almost all the shame I've ever felt has to do with you. Casteel: "I'm furious, and yet, at the same time, I'm in awe. A slow grin spread across his lips. ", Casteel: "It's considered a great honor in Atlantia to be welcomed into the bosom of the noble, ruling family. If so, I'm very curious to learn more about it, wife. Maybe I didn't even say that. To me it felt like she kinda eased us into it since we pretty much saw this coming. He adds a level of humor to everything with his personality, but obviously also takes his role as protector very seriously. I stared down at the dazzling gold swirl on my palm. Casteel: "You don't smell like that to me. ", Poppy: "The dagger was given to me by someone I care about. Poppy: "Only when it's deserved. I'm going to have to kill him. ", Poppy: "I was the Maiden, nearly groomed my entire life to remain pure and focused only on my Ascension. ", Casteel: "Talking doesn't require any clothes at all. In my heart. ", Casteel: "Poppy, you wound me. Thanks for your comment! I want everything. ", Casteel: "I'm going to to need you to hold onto me and not let go, because I'm about to fuck you like I promised. He turned his head slightly, lining up his mouth with mine. '", Poppy: "In a perfect world, I would've loved to have been courted in a way that didn't involve kidnappings or fleeing the Ascended. This need. And as far as being a distraction to Casteel, that's his weakness. Kieran doesn't show any interest in Poppy like that. Casteel: "Most wouldn't find that such an attractive quality. ", Poppy: "It's you. My heart stuttered and squeezed as I looked at Casteel, and I knew - I knew he hadn't planned to say that last part, or at least he hadn't meant to say it like that. Then he moved, lifting a hand. I took her, and I kept her, but not to use her. Rated: Fiction T - English - Family - Poppy, Casteel, Kieran - Words: 1,571 - Favs: 6 . Casteel sends Kieran away, and the two of them fight, but Poppy realizes that while she has been able to keep up with Casteel, he was tiring her out until he could grab her. There is a level of respect and caring that they have for one another. ", Casteel: "You just need to be yourself, Poppy. Casteel would be most displeased. Just. Poppy is the daughter of Queen Isbeth and the god Ires. ", Casteel: "If I'd known those marks were bites, I would've realized what you were right away. Vonetta: "Our poor mother spent many moons attempting to teach me how to bake bread. S, While I appreciate and understand your point of view, I actually really like how it evolved. Trying to talk about my thoughts on characters, will be a little difficult to not spoil so, . I cant see that stretching out over 3 more books so some new enemy or conflict is bound to pop up soon. My thoughts are if a Poly Ship or alike were ever to happen there would need to be complete trust, a lack of jealousy and be functional much like HeronGrayStairs. Jars rattled. She's intelligent and funny. This would open up the door for a Kieran/Poppy romance, which wouldn't be shocking as they have a very weird relationship anyway. ", Casteel: "You're not just a pawn to me, Poppy. But what she does know is that nothing is as dangerous to her as him. ", Casteel: "I mean, all we're doing is sleeping side by side. She also has a fondness for sharp, deadly objects. ", Casteel: "She stabbed me in the heart with a bloodstone dagger. Your life depends on it. An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works These books were huge time commitments, and Im the type of romance reader who reads for the happily ever after. ", Kieran: "I hope you're not embarrassed about this morning. A podcast dedicated to fantasy fiction! The two encounter Kieran in the corridor, who transforms into a wolvena long-thought extinct werewolf-like creature. Kieran nudged my hand again, and I opened it, revealing the golden mark and the ring on my finger. Casteel/Hawke has earned his nickname, for sure. ", Casteel: "If you open your senses to me right now, you'll know exactly what I'm feeling. I got all kinds of happy and thrilled and excited. So, first off, my general impression of this book. Unfortunately. It turns me on when you're armed with something sharp. ------->. 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