“Burn those who burned me!” Chapter 108

***Gracie’s POV:***

I opened my eyes just as the sun was rising. The room was still slightly dark. The television must’ve been turned off. I could see the light pink colors through the huge ceiling to floor window just over Kai’s shoulder. It couldn’t have been no more than 6AM if the sun was just rising…still early.

I looked up at my sleeping fiancé, he had me wrapped in his embrace. No wonder my dreams became peaceful last night. I never dreamed of the fire whenever I was with him. The thought made my heart smile as big as my lips. I wasn’t ready to disturb this moment. I snuggled my face info his chest and decided to go back to sleep.

*“I love you Kai.”*

The words came out quietly as my eyes shut. It felt good to say aloud what my heart had been feeling across two lifetimes.

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***Kai’s POV:***

*When I finally woke up, Gracie’s head was laying on my chest. She was woke and watching something on TV that was making her giggle lightly. I’d never get tired of that sound. Unaware I’d waken up, she slightly jumped when I kissed the top of her head. I couldn’t help but laugh at her nervousness.*

*“Good morning.”*

*I beamed brightly at her as her eyes widen with hints of guilt in them.*

*“Good morning. Did I wake you?!”*

*“Not at all.”*

*She gave me one last look of skepticism before relaxing. It was the truth, however, she hadn’t waken me up.*

*“How long have you been up?”*

*She scrunched her small nose as if trying to think about her answer.*

*“Emm…maybe about an hour now.”*

*I glanced over at the nightstand; the clock showed the time was just after eight.*

*“What are you watching?”*

*“This movie called ‘Eternal Love’.”*

*“I don’t think I’ve heard of that one. Is it any good?”*

*Gracie giggled slightly before responding.*

*“Well…it depends. If you like those cheesy overly dramatic dramas…then definitely.”*

*I was a little shocked. Gracie always seemed mature beyond her years so hearing she liked those typical romance dramas was rather interesting.*

*“I’m surprised you like this type of stuff.”*

*She giggled again.*

*“It’s okay to have a guilty pleasure every now and again.”*

*Guilty pleasure.*

*Was she mine?*

*Before I could respond, my phone began to ring….Kayla.*

*Annoyed, I answered with irritation in my voice.*

*“What is it Kayla?”*

*“Oh, don’t what is it me you grouch…are you guys hungry? Breakfast is being prepared in the grand dining hall.”*

*I tapped Gracie on the shoulder to see if she was hungry. Her face instantly lit up. Guess that meant yes.*

*“We’ll down shortly.”*

*After getting dresses, Gracie and I made our way down to the dining hall. She was wearing this pink sundress that hug her body in all the right ways. My thoughts went from dark to envious to panic as I thought about the fact others would be able to ogle over my fiancé while she was out with Kayla today.*

*As we entered the dining hall, it looked like just about everyone else was up.*

*“Good morning children.”*

*My mother beamed brightly as we made our way to the table.*

*“Good morning everyone! I hope everyone slept good.”*

*Gracie smiled brightly as she hugged my mother and aunts.*

*“Not as good as Kai I bet.”*

*Tyler’s face had a mischievous grin on it. I wanted to punch that grin right off. Luckily, Gracie missed his comment, I stared a thousand daggers at him as Cameron tried his best not to laugh.*

*I’d kill them both later on.*

*While we all ate, everyone started discussing their plans for the day.*

*“Gracie I planned a girl’s brunch for us four!”*

*Kayla beamed as leaned on Gracie’s shoulder. I could tell Gracie was excited but there was a hint of guilt in her eyes once she looked at me.*

*I smiled lightly; she wanted to make sure I wasn’t upset about her leaving me. Always so considerate. I kissed her head and whispered in her ear.*

*“I want you have fun doing a girl’s day. While you’re out, buy something you think I would like.”*

*Her eyes widen as her face began to turn light red. I laughed inwardly knowing she was probably trying to decipher what that meant. I’d give no hints, however. Let’s see how creative you are Gracie.*

*“Well, we’re all going to take the children to the aquarium. It’s been forever since Mina, and I have went.”*

*Uncle Michael beamed. House Christian owned the aquarium in South Bay; I was sure they’d prepared the night before.*

*“So, then that just leaves us fellas!”*

*Parys smiled in my direction. Originally, I’d assumed he and Dougie would go with the heads, I guess I would have to take them with us. I nodded at Parys.*

*“I actually have something planned for us to do.”*

*Tyler and Cameron nodded in agreement as he and Dougie looked curious.*

*After breakfast, everyone went to their rooms to get dressed and prepared to divide into their travel groups. Gracie decided to wear some dark pink wedge heel sandals to match her dress. She’d placed her in a ponytail. Her thick and wavy hair fell down her back even in the ponytail. She applied some light makeup as well as lip gloss that was also pink.*

*She looked beautiful. A slight unease crept into my thoughts. I wasn’t overly joyed about her being out of my sight. As of right now, no one knew she was the fiancé of Heir Christiansen. What if someone tried to hurt her. Noticing my mood change, she walked over and wrapped her arms around my waist.*

*“What’s wrong?”*

*I was too ashamed to tell her how ridiculous and childish my thoughts were. Smiling lightly, I pressed my forehead against hers.*

*“I’m going to miss you.”*

*She smiled brightly at me.*

*“I’m going to miss you too.”*

*We stood in that moment for what seemed like an eternity. Embracing each other with our love. Suddenly, my phone pinged. Tyler sent me a message letting me know the meeting had been set up and Cameron let me know the helicopter was ready. I sighed lightly, once all of this was over, I would take Gracie away for a vacation. Just the two of us. No interruptions.*

*Everyone made their way out of the mansion to the different vehicles waiting for each group. I’d told Kayla to make sure Gracie stayed safe. She scolded me of course.*

*“Ughhh….will you stop being overprotective!! Of course I’m going to protect my sister! And besides, you have your bodyguard following us.”*

*Shit.*

So, she did notice.

The truth was, everyone one of these women were important not just to me, but to our entire family. I needed to make sure they were all safe.

As we made our way to Tomas’ SUV, Parys became excited.

*“So! Where we going?”*

As we all got into the car, I informed Tomas we were heading to my helicopter ‘Nightwing’. Suddenly, Douglas became excited.

*“Wait we’re taking Nightwing! Oh shit! I haven’t been on the chopper in forever!!”*

*“Where are we going???”*

Both of my cousins beamed in excitement.

*“We’re going to North Bay.”*

*!!!!!!!*

*“North Bay??? Why?”*

*“I need to interview someone.”*

Parys’ face fell.

*“So, wait…you’re going to work?”*

*“No…I’m going to confirm the truth about the Rochesters.”*

Both Tyler and Dougie looked at me confused.

*“The Rochesters? Why do you care about them?”*

Parys inquired waiting for my response.

*“Because they’re my fiancé’s piece of shit family.”*

*!!!!!!!!!!!!!*

I caught Parys and Douglas up on everything that transpired with Gracie. Each of them sat with a mixture of empathetic and disgusted looks on their faces.

*“Oh, my god. That’s awful.”*

Douglas whispered as he sat in shock.

*“Those fucking bastards! How could they do that to their own daughter and sister! And who’s this Jonathan asshole!”*

Parys was livid, hearing that someone apart of his family was mistreated pissed him off. I shared his sentiments.

*“So, we’re meeting with your spies to get overall truth on what’s been happening?”*

I nodded at Douglas question.

*“Apart from what Tyler has already found out.”*

As we arrived at the Nightwing, we all stepped out of the vehicle with a mission. Gather as much information as we could so that we could begin the next steps in my plan to destroy the Rochesters and Brooks.