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Chapter 31: A Peace Offering - Sebastian
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A Queen Among Tides Chapter 32: Cursed By A Goddess pt 1 - Lemuel
I hold Sebastian’s hand tight to the point I fear I’ll crush it, but I still don’t relax my hold. I’ve never told a soul any of this, and if he reacts how I think he will, then this will be the last time I ever get to touch him. The moment I said I killed my family, I felt it. I felt the dread and the fear creeping over him. He can say what led to my curse changes nothing, but it changes everything. It did for me. “What do you mean you killed your family?” He slowly asks, managing more composure than I expected. I take in a deep breath and brace myself to relieve a past I’ve long tried to forget, “I was born in 1711 in what you might know to be called the Kingdom of Ankole, which is now part of Uganda.” His eyes widen in surprise “You don’t sound like you’re from Uganda.” “How many people do you know from Uganda?” I ask, raising my eyebrow. “Um… just you. I just mean you don’t have that kind of African accent.” “There’s no such thing as an African accent. Africa is a continent c
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 33: Cursed By A Goddess pt 2 - Lemuel
~1739~ I stumble home, barely feeling the earth beneath my feet as I take each step. The air is cool and crisp waking up my inebriated senses as I listen to the sounds of the insects. I look up as the stars twinkle above me, the perfect accompaniment to the bright light of the crescent moon, the only source of light in the darkness of the night. My brows knit together as I look upon the moon, looking as though it’s frowning down at me. I wave my hand dismissively at it as I continue home. As I approach the sanctuary of my home, I hear rustling coming from the forest. I quickly spin to my left while trying to keep myself standing. I shouldn’t have had so much to drink. I squint my eyes and focus on the dark figure staggering out of the forest. I reach the shabby fence around my home and grab the nearest sharp object and hold it, ready to fend off whatever is coming towards me, but as it gets closer, the light of the moon reveals the figure and has me freezing in shock. “Mother?” I wh
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 34: A Stroll Through The Kingdom - Lemuel
After getting changed into some respectable clothes, Sebastian and I begin walking from the palace down through the streets of Atlesper. His mother’s guards Hector and Danaë are acting as our escorts, following from a respectable distance behind us. Since Cole and Andromeda were killed, Sebastian has been left with no bodyguards, and given current events, I don’t think that’s wise. His mother instructed her guards to protect Sebastian and assured them she would stay close to the King in the meantime so that his guards can watch over them both. Obviously, the kingdom has many guards, but being an elite guard seems to be a high and prestigious honour that only a few are put into a position of. Out of the corner of my eye, I can see Sebastian’s hand twitching and I can sense he’s dying to hold mine. Given this morning’s events and the fact I promised to try, I take pity on him and reach out interlocking my fingers with his, feeling jolts of electricity shoot up my arm that bring with the
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 35: Protectors of Atlesper - Lemuel
“When did you learn to speak Greek?” He asks with great interest. “Roughly a century ago. Every few years I try to learn a new language, I figure it would come in handy,” I shrug. “Certainly worked in my favour,” he smiles, “The way you spoke to that little girl was adorable. I had no idea you could be such a softy,” he says playfully. “I guess I have a soft spot for children. I’ve always envied their innocent view of the world. I’d give anything to have that back,” I sigh. “Do you miss it?” He asks with deep sympathy in his voice. “Miss what?” I ask in confusion. “Being human. I can’t miss it because I was never human, but you were,” he says sympathetically. I take in a deep breath as I process the weight of that question, “Every single day. I took my human life and everyone in it for granted. I’d give anything to have it back and undo the past, but I can’t. Then again, if none of this happens I never would have met you,” I admit. Sebastian gives me a warm smile, “So, despite
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 36: Breakfast With A Side of Flirting - Lemuel
Waking up this morning was the most peaceful I’ve ever felt. Not even when I was human can I recall waking up excited for the day. I spent so many years having no one to confide in and no one to unburden myself to, that I always believed it would be that way. Then Sebastian swims into my life and turns everything topsy-turvy. I thought he’d run from me in disgust once he knew the depths of my depravity, but he didn’t. He embraced my darkness and chose me anyway. I don’t think I’ll ever deserve to have someone like Sebastian in my life, but I can honestly say meeting him has changed my world. After dressing for the day, I make my way down to the kitchen, where as usual, the staff are busy preparing food for the suite. “Good morning, Lemuel,” they greet me warmly. I smile at the room, “Good morning everyone,” I say as I take my usual seat at the counter. “What are you in the mood for this morning?” Theodosios asks while polishing some silverware. “I think I’m in the mood for someth
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 37: A King and A Visum - Lemuel
In no time at all, Christos is serving me a delicious-looking breakfast, and with a gracious thank you, I begin digging in and immediately I’m in heaven. It’s crispy, sweet, fruity, and absolutely delicious. I could get used to this. I’m halfway through my food when I hear the kitchen door open, but I don’t pay it much attention, I can tell Sebastian is still in the shower. “Good morning, Your Majesty,” the room greets warmly, causing me to freeze as my knife cuts into another piece of toast. Please be the Queen. Please be the Queen. I chant to myself. “Good morning everyone,” I hear a deep Grecian voice respond. I close my eyes and internally groan. This prick is the last person I want to see. I can feel his eyes burning holes into the back of my head, and as I glance behind me, my suspicion is confirmed as our eyes lock on one another. He briefly turns away to look at the staff, “Please give us the room,” he instructs.” I roll my eyes and turn back to face the staff who are all lo
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 38: A Release - Lemuel
I race up the stairs and make my way to Sebastian’s room seeking out the only person who can calm the storm raging inside of me. I hear the sound of the shower and proceed to the bathroom only to freeze in my tracks as I enter. Is there any part of this palace that doesn’t scream opulence? Blinding white marble assaults my eyes and makes me stand out like a sore thumb. Across the room, three illuminated steps lead to a sunk-in bathtub surrounded by glass-encased candles, accented by a charcoal marble backdrop surrounding an electric fire behind a large glass screen, yet still managing to fill the room with its warmth, creating a warm ambience. To my right is a long marble slab with two matching sinks with gold fixtures in front of a wide counter-to-ceiling mirror that faces two glass doors. The glass doors are divided by a marble wall, with the first glass door enclosing a very minimalistic-looking toilet, but on the other side is the whole reason I came in here. Sebastian is standin
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 39: The Law of Ezillus - Sebastian
I storm through the Royal Suite and down the main corridor, rage fuelling my every step. That motherfucking prick! How fucking dare he say those things to Lemuel?! No wonder I’ve been having such a hard time getting through to him. Not only is he plagued with guilt from his past and a curse by a nosy Goddess, but he’s had my father in his ear echoing all his fears right back at him. And he never even told me! I’m not angry at Lemuel for not telling me, he’s only now started to open up, so I get it. I’m just fucking livid my own father would do something like this. He’s not only trying to sabotage my animai bond, but he’s hurting someone I love!I continue to storm through the palace, hunting for my father when I see Eisa happily walking towards me, her face falls in concern when she catches my expression.“What’s happened?” She asks with worry.“Where’s my father?” I grit out.“In the throne room with your mother, why?” She asks cautiously.“Go upstairs and stay with Lemuel,” I instru
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A Queen Among Tides Chapter 73: Buried in the Sand - Sebastian
I walk over and lay down on the blanket and prop myself against the pillows and pat the spot next to me. He takes a step forward and I raise my hand to halt him, “Wait. You’re overdressed,” I say slyly. He smiles down at me and slowly pulls his shirt off over his head and my eyes quickly drink up his perfectly muscled physique. He slips off his loafers, unbuttons his pants and pushes them down along with his briefs until he’s completely naked in front of me. I sink my teeth into my bottom lip as I eye him with desire as I feel my cock get rock hard once again. “May I join you now?” He asks in a low voice. I nod, unable to find the words I want. He lowers himself to his knees and crawls along the blanket until he’s hovering over me. He slowly sinks down on top of him, the feel of his skin on mine sending currents of electricity through my entire body. His arms wrap around my head caging me between his arms as his lips descend on my neck. His soft full lips nip and caress my flesh as
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 72: Pleasurable Meal - Sebastian
I stare at him incredulously, “That’s a joke right?” He quirks an eyebrow at me, “Why would it be a joke?” “You’ve never been on a date?! And you’re just telling me now?!” I screech like a damn howler monkey. “It didn’t seem relevant,” he shrugs. “Didn’t seem relevant?!” I screech again, placing my glass down. “Would you cut that out, you’re going to disturb the sea life,” he chastises, taking another sip of his drink. “Lemuel, had you told me I would have done something extravagant,” I pout. He chuckles, “THIS doesn’t qualify as extravagant in your mind? You’ve set up a beautiful romantic date on a fucking yacht. Most first dates from what I hear these days are just dinner and a movie. Many would consider this extravagant, and I already love this date so stop having a meltdown and drink your drink,” he says, wrapping his arm around me and pulling me close as he kisses my neck making me take a laboured breath. I pick up my drink and take another sip, “I still can’t believe you
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 71: Gem for my Jewel - Sebastian
I wasn’t nervous about Circe’s execution. I wasn’t even nervous about being given charge over a monolithic magical crystal now living in the oceanic version of my basement. But my first date with my soulmate? That has me nervous as fuck. Seems weird that I’m basically the supernatural equivalent of married and yet we’ve never been on a date. I mean, that night at the club does not count and that did not end well. I want… no, I NEED tonight to be perfect. That’s why I called in reinforcements. I’ve just finished setting the table on my family's yacht. Lemuel said he always felt at peace when he was on a boat on the water, so I want to give him an updated version of that, and no one has used the yacht in ages, so I figured it was time to dust off the cobwebs. The yacht is a Black Pearl and is one of the most eco-friendly yachts on the market. It’s 106.7 metres long and can reach speeds of up to 30 knots under sail and with a top cruising speed of 17.5 knots by motor. It has the ability
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 70: A New Home pt 2 - Sebastian
As I reconstitute I walk over to my desk, moving things around until I find the large stone tablet with scribble on it, or glyphs as everyone is claiming. I grab the block of stone and immediately teleport back to the throne room. “Is this is?” I ask, holding up the piece of stone. Aiyla’s eyes widen in disbelief and Isolde looks like she’s about to pass out. I walk over and place the piece of stone in Isolde’s hands and watch as she reverently traces her fingers over the carvings. “You were using part of an ancient prophecy, written by the Goddess Fretez herself… as a paperweight?” She asks in a low and slow voice. Wait, that thing was written by the Goddess Fretez?! Well, how the hell was I supposed to know that? It’s not like it came with a warning label that reads: ‘made by Goddess, do not touch’. I shrug feebly, “I didn’t know what it was. I thought it was just scribble,” I say defensively. Obviously, if I had known it was a sacred magical relic I would have been more respectf
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 69: A New Home pt 1- Sebastian
“How much longer do you think?” I ask as I continue to pace across the throne room. “Aiyla said mid-day. It’s now mid-day, so I would assume any minute now,” says Lemuel casually while leaning leisurely against the wall. “What do you think the Orraikam looks like? Maybe an amulet? A mystical orb of some kind?” I ask enthusiastically. After Aiyla told us we would be placed in charge of protecting the magic of a Goddess, I combed the library for hours. I could not find a single reference to the Orraikam in any of our books, not even in our vault which is to protect ancient works from damage. It was a long shot, but I figured it was worth a look, but I guess the Delegation did a damn fine job of keeping this thing hidden, until now. “I’m sure whatever it looks like, is nothing either of us can comprehend,” he says in a very blasé manner. “Aren’t you the least bit excited?” “This isn’t about fun or excitement. We’re being entrusted with a sacred duty; I’m treating this with the level
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 68: Execution pt 2 - Lemuel
“You, on the other hand, will not be so lucky.” “Your Majesty, wait!” Shouts a man from the crowd as he rushes forward falling to his knees. Tears fill his eyes, and he looks as though he hasn’t slept in years. “King Sebastian, I beg of you to show mercy on my daughter. She made a mistake. That shouldn’t cost her, her life,” the man pleads. I glance over at Sebastian who has gone from enraged to full-blown furious and I don’t blame him. “Mistake? Did you really just say she made a mistake?” Sebastian says through gritted teeth, walking over to the broken man. “Accidentally using salt instead of sugar when baking, that’s a mistake. Slipping on the gas when you mean to hit the brakes; those are mistakes. Your daughter actively and intentionally harassed me for nearly a century. Lied and deceived the former King and Queen.” Haemon and Callista both look sick with guilt over that comment. “Conspired with a known criminal. Organised a coup. Endangered the kingdom. Brutally murdered two p
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 67: Execution pt 1- Lemuel
I’ve been waiting weeks for this day to finally arrive. From the moment I met Circe, I wanted to slap the mouth right from her face. Back then I never imagined we’d be here – I never imagined anything until I met Sebastian. I certainly never imagined some deranged woman would try to tear us apart, and I never imagined we’d be getting ready for her execution, but I can say with complete honesty that I couldn’t be happier. A life sentence is too good for her, and I hate the thought of her still living in the kingdom, even if it is as a prisoner, so the sooner she’s gone, the sooner I can rest easy. Sebastian walks over and buttons up my shirt leaving the first few buttons undone while I pull on my jacket. He places a gentle kiss on my sternum, and I lean forward pecking his nose. “Even though I know how you’re feeling, I’m still going to ask anyway,” I say, placing my hands on his hips. “I just want this over with so we can leave this mess in the past and move on with our lives,” he
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 66: An Unexpected Request - Sebastian
“It is my deepest honour to introduce for the first time, our new King and Queen, Sebastian and Lemuel!” I hear Eisa cheer through the microphone as Lemuel and I make our way into the ballroom. Everyone is gathered and cheering, still carrying the same excitement from earlier. I smile at Lemuel, tightening my hold on his arm and watch as he takes in the wonderfully decorated room. The decor is much the same as the throne room, only on a much larger scale. Glittering purple water pours from the fountains and waiters walk around serving drinks, but all that is tuned out the moment I hear ‘Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?’ begin to play. I grin at Lemuel as I bounce with excitement. Dimitra deserves a big fat raise after this. Lemuel smiles and extends his hand to me, “May I have this dance, my King?” I smile and bat my eyelashes, “I thought you’d never ask.” I place my hand in his, smiling wider when he pulls me close by my waist and begins twirling me around the dancefloor.
A Queen Among Tides Chapter 65: All Hail The King and Queen - Sebastian
Lemuel and I slowly walk up the steps and gracefully drop to our knees before my parents. My father takes in a deep breath and adjusts his jacket. A mesmerizing glittering royal blue that merges into black satin from the waist down, with an indigo belt wrapped around his midsection. Black lapels cross over and allow just a hint of his white ruffled shirt to peek out from the neck and ends of his sleeves, giving definition to the ensemble. Black satin slacks appear to move in the light and cut down exposing royal blue shimmering oxfords at his feet. A stunning floor-length cobalt blue cape hangs from his right shoulder and gathers across the floor like the surface water of a beautiful oasis. It’s only when the music stops, and the room falls silent that I realise how long I’ve been staring at the inspiring image of my parents. A ring of cobalt blue glows around my father’s grey eyes, and with a wave of his hand, the surface water of the nearest fountain begins to bubble, acting as a m
