AriaWeeks had passed and Aria still hadn't heard anyone spoken of General Caldwell's death. If it was an average man, Aria would have thought of it as normal, but General Caldwell was more than just a noble, everyone in the kingdom held him in high esteem. Aria couldn't believe that everyone had easily forgotten about the man they once threw a huge party for. Back then they saw him as the pride of the kingdom.How was Prince Zane going to explain himself for ripping off the head of the pride of Esterial kingdom? Aria was waiting silently to see what he was going to do. Erika came into the room, suspiciously looking around before locking the door. Aria watches her with curiosity."News about General Caldwell's death has finally been brought out." Erika whispered to Aria's ears, "There's going to be a meeting, I heard you will be attending with Prince Zane, Lady Aria. I suggest you keep your mouth shut about what you know, even though you know what happened, it's important that you ac
AriaPrince Zane had picked a day to burn General Caldwell's body without even letting his father say a last goodbye to his son. Aria could still feel her ghostly past with General Caldwell, even though her life was supposed to feel normal. The feelings she had in her heart for her mate's murderer weren't normal, Aria wanted to get rid of it but it was hard. She had never felt this way for anyone before and Aria couldn't understand why she had feelings for Prince Zane. She had thought to herself countless times, but still couldn't think of any reason why she would have any sort of romantic feelings for Prince Zane. He was a blind handsome man, with beautiful silver eyes that were able to draw her in. His mind along with his heart were corrupt with evil. So what was it about him did she fell for? His sinister smile? No that wasn't good enough. Was it his attitude of treating everyone like his toy?Aria shook her head in frustration, she had got to be sick in the head if she fell for h
AriaAria silently watched as Caldwell's former army showed their respect to Radford.Radford was made the new General of the army. From the happy look on each of the soldiers' faces, they were pleased with Prince Zane's decision as if they knew that after General Caldwell's death, Radford would be the one to take over. Aria let out a tired sigh. No amount of good food and drinks could ever make her like an event like this. It reminded her of her dead mate. The worst part about everything was that Aria couldn't be sad about the sudden outcome of events. She needed to be happy like everyone else. Even the former Elder Ewing was happy. He didn't come for Radford ceremony dress in an extravagant way like he did the time his son was still alive. Aria couldn't understand how he was able to congratulate Radford without feeling bitter about it. Perhaps he was, and his extra nice attitude to Radford was his way of hiding it. Aria had thought that Prince Zane was going to complain about Ewi
AriaIt wasn't an official dinner. Prince Zane looks like he was having fun with a few of General Radford's army by his side. Aria controlled her anger all through the dinner that Prince Zane had made for the soldiers. She wanted them gone before she could show her true self by rudely complaining to Prince Zane."There was no reason for me to be here," Aria said immediately the last soldiers exited the dining hall."It didn't look like you enjoyed yourself at the ceremony that was held for General Radford, so I thought that maybe you would enjoy this one." Prince Zane drank a red content from his cup. Wine or blood Aria didn't know, and she wasn't interested in finding out either. Aria knew that Prince Zane didn't care if she had enjoyed herself or not. She knew that everything he was doing was entirely on purpose, solely to irritate her. Was he trying to tell her that her mate wasn't the one leading the army anymore? Did he still hate General Caldwell even though he was dead? Was a
AriaAria wasn't worried about the elders telling Prince Zane the truth about her relationship with General Caldwell, because he already knew the truth. She was worried about King Kaida finding out. If he found out about her involvement with General Caldwell before his death, he was going to see her as a betrayal because she didn't respect the deal she made with him. Aria couldn't make any excuse in front of King Kaida. Telling him that General Caldwell was her mate wasn't enough to justify her actions. "Let me see your other hand." Erika requested.Aria raised her hand, and Erika adjusted the helm of her sleeve. Aria couldn't understand why there was any need for Erika to arrange her dress when it was just a nightgown. "Are you still thinking about the death of the late General Caldwell, my lady?" Erika asked as she continued working. "It has been almost a month since that man died, I advise you to forget about him and everything that has to do with him, most especially General Rad
Aria"My lady you are going to bed early again?" Erika complaint as Aria dragged up the bed covers over her head."Aren't you supposed to be happy that you got released from your duties early?" Aria asks. She wanted Erika gone so that she could think clearly about what she could do about the elders' request. Was it even possible for her to make someone like Prince Zane give up the throne? Aria thought."It's not about that Lady Aria, it feels like you are up to something. Is this about Prince Zane or are you still worried about the dead General?""Goodnight Erika. I will see you again in the morning." Erika left the room while feeling unsure of whether she should leave or not. Aria was worried about the possibility of Erika seeing through her facade. Aria knew that lying to Prince Zane when she saw him was a waste of time, he could tell. She would have to be straightforward about giving him ideas of leaving the throne. Aria groans in annoyance in the dark. Only the light of a littl
Aria"Are you even listening to me?" Aria asked, she was starting to feel frustrated with Prince Zane's behavior. Aria had expected something from him, like a disappointing look, along with words he could use to remind her of her place in Esterial, but she got nothing from Prince Zane. he listened to her but his lack of response was annoying. "why are you telling me all this?" Prince Zane asks. "I thought this was going to be something like your illicit relationship with the late General Caldwell. something you plan to hide from me forever." from his tone, Aria could tell already that she wasted her time worrying about what Prince Zane would do once he knew the truth. he was already aware of the truth. of course, he was watching her in secret. even though he couldn't see, he had Aidan and Nadia by his side, they were his eyes hidden deep in the shadows. no one knew that they were there unless they decided to reveal themselves. "Are you telling me the truth because you want my help
Aria"you're only here because of the choices you made." Prince Zane said, his blind gazes staring at nowhere in particular. Aria couldn't understand his words, for a moment she had thought that they were done talking because they both weren't saying anything to each other anymore. "When Nadia told me the truth about what was going on between General Caldwell and you back then. she insisted that I should give you a quick death. something like that was more merciful than what my father would have done to you if he knew the truth." Aria unconsciously swallowed a lump in her throat that was formed out of fear. Nadia wanting Prince Zane to kill her was not a surprise but Prince Zane's hesitation was. it made Aria wonder why he still hasn't done anything to her yet. "you know I thought of the idea of killing you, but at the same time there was this ridiculous feeling I had of wanting to know the truth from your mouth." Prince Zane turned his head towards Aria who was standing close to
Aria "I'm sorry my Queen."the young lady whose name is Clover bowed down in front of Aria. She was one of the new batch of humans who had agreed to come to Esterial. Aria had chosen to show them around the town. she loved going outside the palace, Aria now knew every place in Esterial kingdom. the human Clover, her head was still down. she was afraid, the other humans with her, looked as though they were equally afraid."It's okay. it's just a little stain." Aria said kindly as she encouraged Clover to raise her head.Clover had clumsily stained Aria's dress with the snack that was given to her. Aria brought food for them when she noticed that they were hungry. although they were afraid of her, Aria knew that they were going to adjust to a different lifestyle in Esterial, and they would soon realize that they were safe. "Please forgive me, my Queen," Clover begged again."don't worry, my current maid is not the type who loves to scold me for everything I do." Aria tried to clean
Aria "Dad there's not much things to pack," Axel said to his father.Aria had thought that she would be relieved when her father and her brother returned to the pack, but she didn't feel relieved. her chest tightened with unknown pain. a little voice in her head said, 'Everyone is leaving you. no one is going to stay, you are all alone.' Zane's hand brushed against hers, driving away her fears, taking away her pain, and helping her to feel light. he won't hold her in front of her father. Zane usually likes to do whatever he likes without caring, but he is careful with his actions in front of alpha Draven. "why won't you let me escort you out?" Aria argues with her father in his room. We heard that your last escort ended in tears, I can't let myself cry in the palace in front of all the girls who are always watching me," Axel said. it annoys Aria that she couldn't tell Axel that no one cared about him because he was right. somehow, he had managed to get himself a lot of admirers du
Aria Aria tried to hide the tears in her eyes as she gazed at Erika and Brian. Erika was already crying, and seeing her tears made it difficult for Aria to stop herself from crying. "you two ladies are making me feel bad." Brian said, "Maybe we should stay in Esterial." he said to Erika. "no. it's okay if you both don't stay here, staying here means you have to quit your job as Bryant Beta, and let's be honest, Bryant would be lost without you by his side." Aria said in between tears. Brian chuckles softly. "Besides, living here isn't a good idea. there are a lot of politics that can turn into a headache. I'm sure you don't want that." Aria wipes the tears on her face. she was in front of the palace gate. she had only wanted to follow them out a little. but now she couldn't stop crying. "Queen Aria." Erika left Brian's side and hugged Aria. "I'm going to miss you." "I'm going to miss you too," Aria murmured into Erika's shoulder. "thank you for everything, Brian." Aria removes
Aria "My Queen, I was sent to tell you that you have a visitor. General Radford isn't sure if Alpha Bryant is allowed into the palace or not." Genevieve said, her head bowed. "is Brian here too?" Erika ask. eager to know if her mate was in the kingdom. she removed her hands from Aria's hair even though she hadn't finished braiding. "Beta Brian is with alpha Bryant, along with Lady Lillian." without a word, Aria hurried off to them. She didn't need Genevieve to relay a message to people she wanted to see. "You still haven't informed your guards that we aren't enemies anymore. I don't want anybody threatening me anytime I come here." alpha Bryant nagged Aria. Aria rolled her eyes. "I have told them, but they are vampires, you can't expect them to start trusting our kind just because I say so." "but they trust you," Bryant stated. Aria could see that he still couldn't understand the difference between them. She was Zane's wife. of course, they trust her. after Aria free alpha Bry
Aria Aria looked at Zane's schedule, she collected it from Aidan. even though she was no longer doing any of Zane's duties she wanted to help him. there was not much for her to do as a Queen.Aria squirted her eyes at the paper she was holding. "Erika." she called. "did Zan_ I mean did the King leave the palace today?" Erika put down the tea she was having with Lady Brunhilda. "I believe King Zane had been in the palace all day." "What is the point of coming to my chamber to see me if all you are going to do is think about your husband." Lady Brunhilda mumbled audibly for Aria to hear. Aria examined Zane's schedule again. "he's doing it again." she said to herself. she got up from her chair and headed straight to the throne room. Erika wanted to follow her but Lady Brunhilda stopped Erika. She raised a tea cup in front of Erika. "we are not yet done with our tea." "everyone please excuse us." Aria tried being polite so that she could hide the anger in her tone. all the official
Aria The dungeon was just as Aria remembers. Zane was back to his duties as king. not many people in the palace have seen him yet. Aria suspected that he didn't want them to. but he couldn't hide forever. those who have seen him were shocked, some were scared. Aria had almost fired a servant who was terrified of Zane's looks but Zane stopped her."Are you sure that you don't need General Radford's help with interrogating them?" Aria asks Zane. Elder Orvyn had gained back his consciousness. but Svend was still passed out. elder Orvyn screamed in fear when he saw his colleague's swollen face. 'this could be you.' Aria thought as she watched Elder Orvyn distancing himself from his friend who hit him. She wonders if he appreciates the fact that he was passed out while Zane beat Svend up. "This is something I want to personally handle," Zane said. he hasn't been able to get any words out of Elder Orvyn."you can't keep me locked up in here." Elder Orvyn said!Aria raised a questioning
Aria the wind blew with a heavy rush around Aria's ear. her eyes were closed as she held on, tightly to Zane. She could feel herself going up, higher and higher. made her wonder how far Zane could Jump. they were supposed to be coming down by now but his feet hadn't touched the floor yet. in curiosity, Aria opened her eyes and gasped out loud at Zane's dragon wings. "you can fly?" she asked amazed. "yeah," Zane replied in a low voice. he sounded as though, his being able to fly was a crime, an abomination. Aria was barely able to catch his words, it almost escaped her. A few minutes ago, he was able to face her, now he was hiding his face from her again. his fears were coming back. Aria knew that it was because of his dragon scales wings, 'I have to do something,'"this. is. amazing!" Aria screams out loud in a voice full of excitement. her random outburst caught Zane off guard. he was confused. "I can't believe I'm flying. I can't believe you can fly," she said excitedly, as thou
Aria Elder Svend comes out of hiding with a sly grin on his face. Aria and Zane both watch him as he claps his hands together as though he just came out of an amazing movie theater. He was being annoying. "That was so sweet. the two of you know how to put on a great show." he continued clapping and pretended as though he was wiping a tear off his face because of how touched he was. "what are you doing?" Elder Orvyn asks, Svend. he came out of hiding with an angry look on his face. "can't you see what I'm doing?" elder Svend asks, "I'm clapping, it been over a hundred years since I last saw an entertaining love tale like theirs, so full of sickening emotions, I'm too old to feel anything like that," he said in irritation. "This wasn't the plan." Elder Orvyn's fearful eyes looked over to Zane before he turned his fears away. "you are ruining the plan." "of course, the plan." Elder Svend said in a voice that sounded like he didn't care about whatever plans they had made. "the plan
Aria 'he's afraid.' Aria thought. after listening to Zane, she understood the fears she saw in his eyes. the fear of being accepted as though all his life he had lived like an outcast even though he was King Kaida's son. something like that wasn't going to disappear in one day just because she told him that she loved him. even if Zane could hear the truth in her words, he would prefer to isolate himself and believe in what he had always believed all his life. it was his way of safeguarding his heart. his way of living. 'I need to bring him out of it.' Aria thought sadly. if she left him like this, he wasn't going to change. he won't want to change. Aria thought that Zane was no different from a blind man if he continued like this. he got his sight back but he still wanted to remain in darkness. his darkness. something he had unconsciously created for himself without knowing. 'I need to be gentle, let him know that he can trust me instead of assuming that he was going to trust me.'