Ronan’s POV The rest of the night went by so fast I didn’t get much rest out of it. The disagreement I had with Fiona didn’t sit well with me. But my ego wouldn’t let me go to her. I felt grateful to find Timon sprawled out on the chair waiting for me when I entered the study. He chuckled when our eyes met. “Your eyes are swollen again. Can you even remember the last time you had a good sleep?” “I don’t think so,” I muttered, dumping my heavy self into the chair. Timon observed me briefly. “What happened?” “Sometimes I feel like I live a very selfish life. I am always the one coming to you to make complaints about my personal life while also burdening you with the issues of the kingdom. I should do better with the concern I show towards you. Let's not talk about me today and also forget about anything going on in the palace. How are you doing?” His eyes danced in laughter making me wonder what I must have said that seemed funny. “You see this is where you get it wrong. You are n
Fiona’s POV“Try shifting. Maybe you will feel better.” Rin suggested as I let out another painful wince. I shook my head holding onto my waist like if I let go my entire body might collapse. “I can’t. It's too much pain.” I mumbled. I can’t tell why I feel wrecked and it might probably be because I am near my due date. Even though the doctor already assured me that I was fine and everything was alright. I can seem to wade off the odd feeling that I am having. To be sure I am in a better state, Isla has sent for the doctor again. He must be quite tired of my excesses now. I managed to sit up at the same time someone knocked on the door. I sniffed calling for whoever it was to come in. The door opened letting in Isla and the doctor. He didn’t look pleased with the invite at all. “Doctor,” I called out with a stiff smile. “Why have I been summoned again, Miss Fiona? From what I hear you are not having any labor pains. So why do I keep coming here to check you for nothing.” I excha
Ronan’s POV“Can’t any of you answer me?” Freya asked again and she had irritation clear in her voice. I knew we might bump into her since we were still in the day. But I couldn’t care less about what anyone might think. Fiona is carrying my child and I am going to do all that it takes to help her have a safe delivery. Irrespective of what anyone, not even my queen, might think.“Can you not raise your voice like we are fighting?” I rebuked. Freya sucked her teeth, the maids behind her even though they had their heads bound were mumbling to themselves. I wonder why she finds it hard to walk alone. “Why is Fiona locked in your arms early in the day?” “I….” Fiona wanted to respond but I stopped her. Keeping my face calm, I held Freya’s gaze. “The doctor advised Fiona to exercise as frequently as possible. Her body isn’t in the best of state now and I am helping.” Freya looked shocked beyond words. Swallowing, she took a closer step towards me. “Even at that, you are the king. You s
Fiona’s POVA giggle escaped my lips as Ronan arms wrapped around me protectively. I was surprised when he returned to the room after dinner saying he would spend the night with me. He has been doing so for the past two weeks. My selfish self didn’t bother to ask if Freya was okay with it. All that mattered was spending these precious times with Ronan. I am learning that happiness is not something that you wait for to happen. Sometimes you will have to make a move for it on your own. Fate won’t necessarily form the paths. And I am sincerely sorry to Freya. But this was meant to be. I placed a soft kiss on his strong arm. Hoping they will forever remain around me. Protecting me from the night and any kind of harm. I shifted in his hold, feeling pressure in my bladder. Pregnancy makes me want to pee every time and I wish it would hold back this time around. All I want to do is be in Ronan’s arms and not have to leave. But the pressure intensified and I had no other choice but to get u
Ronan’s POV “You are leaving?” I asked the doctor. He blinked his tired eyes at me. “Yes, Your Majesty. My presence won’t be of any use right now.” I kissed my teeth, glaring at him. “How can it not? You saw how much pain she was in yesterday. Does that not bother you? Your patient is fighting for her life and you want to leave her? What am I supposed to do when she wakes up and the pain grips her again? As your king, I am ordering you to stay back!” I growled. He bowed his head with so much humility I felt guilty immediately. “Please, your majesty. The herb that I prepared for her will ease whatever pain until the actual due date. I have to go and make preparations for her. I am just a few blocks away from your majesty.” The last sentence made me curse under my breath. I had totally forgotten that he is the assigned royal physician and has a workroom right here. My anxiousness has gotten the best of me. Shame wouldn’t let me face him. I rubbed at my face, not taking my hand off
Ronan’s POV “She is going to be fine. There is no need to get yourself so worked up.” Timon comforted me repeatedly. I inhaled deeply, feeling my insides shake intensely. Dion kept reassuring me. Fiona is in actual labor this time around. And I really want to be next to her. But I arrived a bit late due to the council meeting that I was in. I have spent the past few days with her, ensuring that she is not in any kind of discomfort. “I should be in there with her,” I said pacing the hallway back and forth. “Just calm down.” Said Dion. After what felt like hours, the door finally opened and the doctor beamed brightly. I don’t think I have ever seen him smile before. “Congratulations, your majesty. It's a baby boy.” He announced. My racing heart relaxed all at once and I felt like the happiest person to ever exist. “How is Fiona?” “She is fine and just needs rest. But you can come in to see her before she gets back to sleep.” I didn’t need to be told that as I hurried into the r
Author’s POV Isla’s heart thumped against her chest so hard it seemed to be taking her breath away. For every shaky breath she took her eyes lingered on the door. The fear of Freya jumping out of the dark and reaching for her makes her fear for her life. She just couldn’t do it. Killing someone who has done nothing to anyone but just exists feels outrageous. All through the night Fiona was in labor, her painful yells kept ringing in Isla’s ears. She is a mother herself, why would she be the one to deprive another mother and child of being together? Freya had been her lifesaver some years back, but that doesn’t count as being a murderer on her behalf. Isla had to rethink her actions, especially with how much the Alpha King had done to give her son back to her. She is no doubt in danger now for not carrying out the plan. Isla felt glad that she didn’t poison Fiona the first time she had been ordered to. Getting to know Fiona and how sweet she is coupled with the pain she had to endur
Ronan’s POV Tears laced my eyes as I raced through the forest leading back to the palace. It is still so surreal that anyone will be so hellbent on taking everything away from me. As it stands I don’t mind giving up my throne for whoever this ghost is that keeps snatching my people away from me. My body aches from running a far distance. Dion kept going knowing It was best to keep moving. Returning to the palace without anyone suspecting my movement overnight is the best thing to do. I feel more relaxed knowing Fiona is safe. I have decided on a name for our son and Fiona looked happy with it. Louis, the same name as my father. My son warms my heart every time I look at him. I really wish I didn’t have to leave him and his mother all by themselves. I still had an hour before the day breaks by the time I returned to the palace. I laid my tired self next to Freya letting sleep evade me. “Ronan? Ronan?” I heard a voice call my name from a distance. My lashes fluttered as I tried to