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Chapter 53: Lance.
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2021-12-04 07:15:59It feels good to finally have her home and safe where I can keep her close to me. Anton parks the car outside the front doors, and I climb out of my side before walking around to open her door. Anton opens the boot and fetches the wheelchair out while I lean in to gather Rayne into my arms.
“Welcome home baby.”
She smiles a small smile at me for my greeting, but she is still quite reserved, so I won’t push for more. I know this situation is hard on her and until she is willing to open up to someone about her feelings all we can do is be here for her.
I walk into the mansion with her in my arms and we are greeted by all the staff holding a banner saying, ‘Welcome Home Rayne.’
“Surprise!” They yell.
&n
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BANG! CRASH! My eyes fly open, and I look to the noise only to see that my door has been smashed open and Lance is standing on the threshold. It takes him a moment to understand what is happening and I see hurt in his eyes but then he focuses on my tied hands, gag, and tear-streaked face. Pure fury takes over his features and he throws himself at Ethan knocking him off me and they both land on the floor on the other side of my bed. I am left naked and tied up on my bed with nothing to preserve my dignity as both men grapple on the floor. I continue to cry because of how violated and mortified I feel, as I listen to the sounds of fists connecting to flesh and the grunts of pain. Finally, all becomes quiet, but I still cannot bear to open my eyes until I feel warmth on my chest, and I peek through my lashes to see my duvet is covering me once more. I open my eyes fully and I see Lance standing beside my bed, but I cannot make out the emotion on his face
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He nods and smiles while looking dotingly at Rayne before turning to leave so we can have privacy. I place my phone down and run my hand up and down her arm, gently jostling her. “Rayne. Rayne, time to wake up.” “Mmmm.” “Rayne, come on, you need to eat.” “Mmmmhhh.” I kiss her temple and stroke her cheek with my other hand. “Come on baby.” “Mmm sleeeepy.” “Hahaha, I am sure you are. But you must also be hungry.” As if on cue her stomach grumbles and I chuckle as she finally begins to wake. “Gosh, you were really dug in. Having a good dream?” “Mmyeah, but it got better when I woke up.” “Oh?” “Mmhmm.” “And why is that?” “Because when I woke up you were still here, just like in my dream.” She is looking at me so seriously and all I can think of is how beautiful she is and how much I want to worship this woman in every way. I cup her cheek with my right
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As I wake the next morning, I turn over to reach for Rayne, but instead, my hand falls onto cold sheets and I find a note with my name on it. My King, It’s our wedding day. Thank you for such a wonderful night. I would have loved to give you a kiss this morning, however, I cannot allow you to see me before the ceremony, so I slipped out while you slept. See you at the altar. Love Rayne. I groan knowing she is right, but my body wants her, and this is going to be torture having to wait. Reluctantly I drag myself up and groggily survey the room, I find all my clothes for the day are neatly arranged around the room ready. I head to the bathroom to shower and shave so that I am presentable today. When I exit with only a towel around my waist I hear knocking on my door. “Enter!” I call out and, in walk all the male staff ready to help me dress for the day. Three hours later I am ready in my royal blue three-piece suit, complete with a white shirt and crimson red paisley waistcoat
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I wasn’t expecting Lilli to announce her departure so soon but as I look into her eyes, I can see she is missing her son and no doubt there are other pressing matters for them to attend to. “Of course. Say hello to that young boy of yours for us. I hope you will honour us with your presence at the wedding?” Lilli smiles and her eyes twinkle like emerald gems. “Of course, we will be here! Royal weddings are a big event, and I would be distraught to miss yours.” I grimace a little knowing that I never attended hers which makes me begin to feel awkward. But in true Lilli style what she does next puts me completely at ease about it. “Honestly Lance, do you really think I would be upset about you missing my wedding? The last thing I wanted to do was taunt you by parading Drake in front of you. And also, I knew your father wouldn’t allow you to attend because of how things turned out. So, in short, you are forgiven for not attending an event you weren’t even informed of.” I smile and
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I place my hand on his and give him a gentle squeeze. “What do you need from me?” He looks into my eyes and reaches over to cup my cheek. I lean into his touch and meet his gaze waiting for his answer. “Would you be willing to attend the hearing with me? I won’t make you watch his sentence if you don’t want to, but I would feel better having you with me while I confront him.” “Of course. Let me dress a bit smarter to match the occasion and I will do whatever I can to help.” His shoulders sag in relief and I place a kiss on his cheek. “I may be new to this and have a lot to learn about how I can support you. But I am willing to learn and do what I need to. Whatever you need.” “Thank you, Rayne.” I head upstairs to change and then return to the kitchen twenty minutes later in a dress suit. Lance smile in appreciation and placed a gentle kiss on my cheek so he won’t mess up my makeup. He then leads me to the large conference room where the other officials are waiting for us. Tak
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We party into the early hours of the next morning and when everyone finally disperses to their own homes, the sun is just beginning to rise on the horizon. I love seeing Lance to happy and almost completely carefree. I know the fate of his brother must be weighing on him along with the new added pressure of being king. But I also know that he will be a great king now that he is being given the chance. Yes, he was almost king of Dracovia, but I don’t think he would have been able to settle there. Something deep inside me is telling me that he was never meant to rule with her. That their alliance between the two countries is stronger for them not being a couple. I could just be projecting my own feelings but somehow, I don’t think that that is the case. Lilli is lovely and so open about everything that happened, yes there are things I don’t know about their time together but if I am honest with myself I don’t need to know. It’s their past and it should remain that way. I feel Lance
