Chapter 503
Sage stirred, his eyelids fluttering against the morning. A fissure of brilliant, golden sunlight had found its way through a narrow gap in the drawn curtains, creating a burning strip that fell directly across his face.
He let out a soft groan, lifting a hand to rub the sleep from his eyes before finally pushing himself up. He settled back against the comfort of the headboard, taking a moment to simply breathe in the tranquil morning air.
The gentle quiet was suddenly broken. The door clicked open, and Katelyn stepped in with a cheerful energy.
“Oh, you’re finally awake, sleepyhead!” she announced. She didn’t linger, just gave him a quick, warm glance. “Breakfast is just about ready. Come and freshen up quickly, you don’t want the coffee to go cold.” And with that, she was gone, the door closing softly behind her.
A genuine smile touched Sage’s lips as he finally threw off the covers. He stretched, the movement easing the stiffness from a deep night’s sleep, and headed straight for the ensuite. The ritual of a hot, invigorating shower washed away the last vestiges of slumber.
He stepped out of the bedroom a short while later. The warm scent of toasted bread and brewing coffee hung invitingly in the air, drawing him toward the dining area. He found Katelyn there, already presiding over the table, arranging two plates and cutlery beside a steaming carafe.
“Perfect timing,” Katelyn said, not even looking up, a small smile playing on her lips. She pulled a chair out with a graceful gesture. “Come, have a seat p>
Sage settled down as she took her own chair. Without delay, she focused on her plate, cutting into the fluffy omelette toast before lifting the mug for a sip of coffee.
“Mmm,” she murmured, her eyes half-closed in enjoyment. “Isn’t it delicious? I think we should plan to be back at your place by the early afternoon, don’t you p>
Sage leaned in, resting his chin on Katelyn’s shoulder. “No,” he murmured. “I don’t want to go back. Let’s just spend the whole day right here, alone.” His arm slipped casually around her waist.
Katelyn paused mid-bite, gently lowered it back to the plate and slowly tilted her head.
“Sage, I understand,” she began softly, “but I don’t have any clothes with me,” she teased lightly, though the humor quickly faded. “Besides, you know how it is. Everyone back home is waiting to hear the verdict of their Alpha p>
Sage sighed deeply. He pulled his head back, sitting up straight in his chair, and silently picked up his fork. He began eating the fluffy omelette toast.
Katelyn’s smile was replaced by a more astute, probing expression as she watched him.
“Look,” she stated, “If you truly want to spend time with me, to have a real vacation, then you need to finish your pending work first. We can’t escape it by staying here another day. Clear your schedule, and then we can take a small trip, just the two of us, with nothing hanging over our heads p>
She picked up her coffee mug again, her eyes steady over the rim. “By the way,” she continued, “you have to tell my father your answer today. I’ll be doing the same p>
Sage’s face lit up with a smile. “Sure, let’s do it together after the breakfast p>
Katelyn simply hummed in acknowledgment, her attention returning to the satisfying crunch of her toast and the coffee.
Once they were both done, Sage effortlessly gathered their plates. He walked over to the kitchen area and placed the dishes into the sink. Turning back, he found Katelyn beginning to rise.
“No, please,” he insisted gently, gesturing toward the living space. “You should simply sit in the drawing room and relax p>
Heading back to the kitchen, he quietly called the housekeeper to arrange for a maid to come for a day, ensuring the beach house would be perfectly reset.
He joined her in the drawing room and saw she was settled comfortably on the sofa as she focused on rapidly typing something on her phone.
“Oh, you’ve come,” she said, looking up as he sat beside her. “Tell me, what do you think about doing a video call p>
Sage arched an eyebrow. “You want the Alpha King to see us together, right now?” he asked.
Katelyn nodded. “Why not?” she replied. “We are together now,” she stated. “Dad and Mom are eagerly waiting for our answers p>
“Then, do it,” Sage said. He fixed the buttons on his shirt, tucking them till the top while Katelyn dialed her father’s number before switching to the video call.
Moments later, the call was picked and Raidan was seen on the other side.
“Oh, dear, why are you doing a video call?” Raidan asked the first thing and was surprised seeing both Katelyn and Sage together. “Dear, come here. Kate and Sage are on the video call,” he said, looking at his wife.
Mabel came into the view as well when both Katelyn and Sage greeted them in respect.
“Dad, we are going to give you the answer now,” Katelyn said. A bright smile formed on her lips. “Dad, Sage and I have decided to go ahead with this relationship. We both are mates. I am sorry but I didn’t tell you about this before, Dad. I was unsure at that time, but, I finally made the decision p>
Raidan was delighted to hear the confidence in Katelyn’s voice regarding her relationship choice. But what he hadn’t expected that his daughter would end up finding a mate in Sage.
“Are you sure, Kate? You’ve been whining about it a lot in the past,” Raidan asked. He still wanted his daughter to be sure enough to go forward with her relationship with Sage.
“Yes, Dad. I have made this decision after thinking a lot. You were right about Sage,” Katelyn said, tilting her head to look at him.
“Your Majesty, Katelyn made me learn the art of patience and perseverance. I have been serious about her for a while. And I’m blessed to have Katelyn in my life. I love her,” Sage confessed his feelings, making Katelyn shy.
Mabel and Raidan glanced at each other. “Our blessings are with both of you,” Mabel said. “Come to the palace soon with your parents, Sage. An engagement should happen,” she added.
“I will, Your Majesty,” Sage promised.