Wynter

We said our goodbyes to the last group of people but was soon stopped by a boy who looked identical to Nick. He was tall and handsome, with loose curly hair and the same plump lips that were awarded to Nick. His chiseled features were balanced to match his softened stance.

"Drew go away!" Nick muttered tiredly.(changed name from Lewis to Drew)

"That's no way to speak to your little bro Nick" he smiled and pulled Nick into his chest, wrestling with his tux. He turned his attention to me and nodded. "And you must be Wynter" he smirked, taking in my form.

"I am. And you are?"

"Drew Clause. Brother to the dunce your marrying" he introduced himself,extending a hand to shake mine. I looked at him and blushed, taken back by his features.

They were both handsome men; Nick resembled his mom will Drew his dad. I looked at him curiously as he observed, his eyes gently inspecting each feature. "I knew it" he muttered.

"Knew what?" I asked playing dumb. How could he possibly have a secret on me? I just met him!

"You're a human" he bragged. Nick pinched the bridge of his nose and looked around, making sure no one could hear him. "You have the biggest mouth in the Pole! I told you not to tell anyone Drew."

"I didn't! I Only told a servant who told another chef who just so happened to tell mom. But they don't believe me since you introduced her as a princess. Nice plan by the way" he winked cheekily.

There was no winning with this dude and I knew men like him could only be bribed for their silence.
I boldly went to hold his palm and intertwined my fingers between his. "Look Drew. Could you just keep the secret? For your dear brother? I really love your brother and would hate it if anything stood in our way" I hinted unmistakably.

He blushed and nodded, looking to Nick than back at me. "I like her" he shrugged and kissed my palm. "Fine.I'll keep my mouth shut for you Wynter, but Nicholas? You owe me" he looked over at him and shrugged.

"He does owe you." I hinted, staring Nick down so he could take the bait, "and I'll make sure he fulfills whatever you wish for" I nodded in agreement.

"Nope! I don't agree to that" Nick interjected boldly.

"Nicholas. Be a good boy" I snapped, staring him down. He rolled his eyes and looked to his brother in annoyance. "Fine. Only one wish and it better not be what I think it is" he muttered pushing him to the side.

He smirked and waved goodbye as we moved to go to his car. We walked in silence in the cold snow until we came to the passenger side of his red corvette. He opened the door for me and I nuzzled inside the warmed seat, still shivering from the cold.

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Nicholas

"Okay Wynter we're at your house" I announced tiredly. She didn't budge and only turned to face the window. She was knocked out from the night's events.

"Come on Wynter. Get up" I shook her gently. She breathed peacefully, still fatigued from the night. I rolled my eyes and stood to brace the cold. Begrudgingly, I walked to her side and pulled her out of her seat, carrying her to the front door.

I opened her sequined clutch purse and snapped the key from a hidden zipper, opening the door to the front of her house. Carefully, I carried her to the top of the stairs and into a room near the left of the stairs.

I dropped her into the bed so she could rest but as soon as I let her go, she wrapped her arms around my neck and nuzzled her cheek into my chest. "Don't go" she groaned, gently grabbing my ear.

"Wynter I gotta go back, let go" I sighed tiredly.

"No Mr. Fluffers! You said we would be together forever! We are best friends" she pouted, still talking in her sleep. I saw an oversized bear in the corner of the room and chucked. Despite her icy exterior, she was just as human as the rest of them.

I tried to wiggle free but she was adamant not to let go. I knew I was stuck until daybreak so I decided to stay until she let me go.

—-

As the night continued, I couldn't help but take in her beauty. The curtains in room allowed the light of the moon to shine on her smooth umber skin. She breathed peacefully as she dreamed about whatever wacky dream she imagined. I loosened my tie to lounge a little more and looked up to her ceiling, thinking of the day and how I could get myself out of this plan. I only had a few months left until I had to meet with the council to keep my title.

"I love you" she whispered softly. She clung tighter into my neck, her warm breaths tickling the skin on my chest. I chuckled, playing along with her childlike trance and closed my eyes to rest.

And soon, I fell asleep.

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Wynter

I woke up and cleared my eyes only to see Nick's strong arm, rested against my waist. I froze in place as I saw him breathing peacefully. He was deep in slumber but ...

What in the world was he still doing in my bed!!

-BUZZZZ
BUZZZZ-

My phone vibrated against the wooden table of my dresser.

"Oh! Shoot!" I frowned as I looked at the time and date, lunging over to reach it.

"Hello!" I sighed, still frowning as I saw Nick arms wrapped around me.

"Wynter! Where have you been! You have been gone for 2 days and didn't answer any of my emails."my assistant Liz screamed into my phone.

I remained silent, still in shock by the revelation in my bed. Did anything happen? I mean I wasn't drunk?

"Wynter? You're still there?" Liz asked through a rather heavy sigh.

"It was the... weekend" I tried to cover my butt so she didn't ask questions.

"So? You are always on call during the weekends! Did anything happen that I need to know about?" She suggested. I could hear her smile through the phone.

"Relax Liz.. I was busy... yea! So very busy with something. Anyways, what's up?"

"Well, we need to finalize the location for the photoshoot in regards to the winter wonderland palette and we have an open casting for the models today at the office. You're late and we can't start without you"

"Shoot! I forgot. Okay tell Bryce to take pictures of each venue and I'll narrow it down to 3. I don't really care how the place looks since we have props to dress it up. Just make sure it's in San Fran, has a lot of lighting and is SPACIOUS"

"Got it" she piped, scribbling notes in her book. "We can find something by the 15th? Is that good for you"

"That's perfect" I sighed, " I'm coming to the office now. I'll be there in 30 minutes! Stall" I demanded and hung up. I turned my attention back to Nick and pouted.

Why did he have to look so cute as he slept?

I couldn't help but to run a lazy palm through his brown curls and smirked.

How peaceful he looked!

I preferred him in this state, when his lips didn't move. But  no matter how cute he appeared, I needed to wake him up and end this fantasy. "Nick" I push him to wake but he doesn't budge.

"Nicholas! Wake up" I tap his face softly.

"Huh? I'm up mom!" he shot up and observed the room. He scoffed as he saw the frown on my face and sighed. "Morning sunshine" he teased.

"What are you doing here?" I fumed. He rolled his eyes and leaned against the headboard of my bed.

"So you just decided to sleep here or...?"

"Would you believe me if I said you wouldn't let me go?" he smiled pridefully, untying the loose end of his black bow tie.

"You Liar" I scoffed, shaking my head in denial.

"I don't lie Wynter. You wouldn't let me go. You kept calling me Mr. Fluffers?"

I looked at where my anxiety bear rested and blushed. "Whatever" I muttered, quickly grabbing my phone to catch up on my emails. He wrapped his arms around my waist and pulled me into his warmth, "and why are you so bothered! I mean...we are married?"

I couldn't help the warmth that filled my cheeks and hit him off. He smirked and grabbed both of my wrists, playing along with our facade. "Even if I did stay, what's the big deal" he whispered against my ear. I try to push him off but he held me tight and stared into my eyes, running a palm through my curls. I blushed and rose from his lap, anxious to start my day.

"You're so annoying" I frowned and threw Mr. Fluffers into his body.

"Now get out! I'm late and need to get dressed"

"Fine" he scoffed and stormed out the room, leaving me alone in my thoughts.