Freya could not bring herself to say anything for a good one minute. Her brain took its sweet time to process everything he had told her. Elric looked at her and smiled, understanding her turmoil."You probably see me in a different light now." He stated, schooling her expression. He then took a slow sip of his wine. She nodded. She had always known him to be calm and kind. But now, she was beginning to think that he was also a dangerous man. His calm nature, making him even more dangerous."Honestly, yes. You are not as simple as I thought you to be. But I don't respect or like you any less." She confessed. "Perhaps even more."He smiled. "That is good to hear.""You didn't want to kill the prince of Durville at that time, but you were willing to kill him during the short war you recently fought?" Freya inquired. She had of course asked him about it, especially since she found out that he was Luciana's husband."That was war. I am supposed to kill my enemies. He happened to be the l
Luciana could feel the deep emotions that were coming from him. His regret was palpable, clouding him like a second skin. His love for her, the sincerity in his voice cut so deep and she felt it in her heart. She felt butterflies go loose in her stomach, and her heart did a little flip. This was the first time he confessed to her."Raziel." She drew close to him. "I agree with you. You hurt me. These past few days, you have made me follow you and struggle to keep you in check, you made me so scared, and all that occupied my head and heart was the fear of losing you forever. It was funny, it wasn't easy."She looked into his eyes and was surprised to see the deep sadness and guilt they held, it made her heart clench."I am sorry, Lucy.""Raziel," He answered her with a hum. "All these happened within a few days when your body was undergoing the biggest change you have ever experienced. I would be surprised if you weren't affected."His gaze turned surprised. He thought she was blaming
Luciana went to the laboratory after putting Lorenzo on Raziel's watch. Apart from her, he was he only one he seemed to listen to. But it was a lot of work for him, compared to her. She was still a bit glad as he seemed to be showing some signs of his old self since the night they had that talk. It was a mental struggle for him, but she believed that he would pull through.She got to the laboratory, her guards with her."Do you still enjoy working here like you used to?" Arlo asked her. "I guess that the treatment would be different from before. Does it make you uncomfortable?"She smiled. He was thoughtful. "It does. That is the one downside of being Queen. At least I don't come here as much as before.""One would think you came here to work." Sofia chimed in, and Luciana gave her a knowing look.The moment they stepped into the laboratory, the busy environment seemed to halt for a moment, as the attention of everyone seemed to be pulled towards her. People close by offered their gre
When Luciana got back to the castle, she left Terrence for her guards, while she went to find Raziel. She was surprised to find them in the parlour, talking over an early lunch. Dahlia was there too. Two servants walked round the table, serving them. Maybe the gathering was exactly what she needed after finding out about Terrence's betrayal."My love." Raziel cooed at her, making her lips lift into a smile. She walked to him and placed a kiss on his right cheek, before pulling out a chair to sit beside him."What is the party for?" She asked as she settled into her chair. Raziel, Lorenzo and Dahlia shared knowing glances, making her feel like they were hiding something from her. "Tell me." She turned to Raziel, but he smiled sheepishly. She then faced Dahlia, and she averted her gaze. "Lorenzo help me out. Please?" She asked in a low tone, knowing that he would likely not deny her."Uh, I am sorry, your majesty, but it is up to the king to tell you.""Raziel?" She called softly, turni
Dahlia and Rebecca took it upon themselves to prepare Luciana for the upcoming wedding. All the plannings and big decisions were made by them, but they would make sure it was approved by the couple to be wedded.Luciana only had three people to invite, and she already sent invitations to them. While Raziel sent invitations to a few cousins and his uncle. He also invited some kings and noble men, just to show off. He invited Dahlia's parents also, just to start trouble.Dahlia invited the seamstress to come to the castle to take her measurements, so they would have time if they were to make any adjustments in the dress. She tried her best, wanting to make everything perfect.Luciana stood in her dressing room, while the girls moved around her, taking her measurements. Dahlia and Rebecca were there, giving out instructions on how they wanted the dress to be."You really have no preference, Red... Your majesty?" She quickly corrected herself, seeing that they were other people there, but
Ever since Raziel found out that Luciana was pregnant, he did everything he could to make her extra comfortable. He made sure she had everything she was craving, and at the moment she was craving it. But he also took the physician's advice to mind, making her eat healthy. He was going to relieve her from every duty, but she disagreed with him. She argued that she would lose her sanity if all she ever did was to sit around and be taken care of all day. Luckily for her, the physician supported her."Open your mouth." Raziel said, bringing a slice of apple to her lips. She lay on the bed, while he sat on a chair beside her."Have you ever seen a pregnant woman before, Raziel?" She questioned him."Of course. Why do you ask?""I just wanted to know if you once saw anyone collapse and die from lack of care for a minute."He chuckled. "Ah, so now you are tired of me?""I love you, but you are annoying." She stated with a roll of her eyes."Ouch!"She then smiled apologetically. "Sorry. But
Elric continued to direct Freya, completely unaware of her internal turmoil. Or maybe he was, but he chose to prove ignorant.Gradually, she began to pick up and shoot better. "This is actually fun."He laughed as he let her hand go. "It is only fun because you are shooting at a board. It would be a whole different experience if you are shooting at a real person.""How many people have you shot at?" She asked, wondering if he would know the number."Two.""Two?" Her brows furrowed as she stared at him in disbelief. From the stories he told her, she expected that he would have shot a whole lot more.He laughed. "That was a joke of course. It is countless." He then went to one side of the wall and relaxed his back there. "When do you plan on leaving for Durville?"Oh, something she meant to ask him."I was going to ask you that.""It's your sister's wedding. You should decide." He urged her."Thank you. Well, I would prefer to be there a few days to the wedding.""We will get there in t
Dahlia and Lorenzo were in the castle with Luciana and Raziel. Things were going smoothly, and there was no much work to be done at the moment. They were casually having some trivial discussions in the parlour. Dahlia then suggested something that made the others turn to her in disbelief."I want to cook for all of us."Lorenzo was the first to speak. She could easily tell that he was amused at the suggestion. "Why don't you just let the cooks do that? You shouldn't bother yourself.""That is not what you really mean to say, is it?" She asked with a roll of her eyes. "You can do a lot of things Dahlia." He knew she could fight, and she was knowledgeable in politics. She was also good with words and people. He saw that the day she faced Evelyn's father. And she was also VERY good in anything sexual. "But you should avoid house chores.""I am not doing chores, I just want to cook.""You know how to cook?" Raziel chimed in, also looking amused."Why do all of you just assume that I cann