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AXEL

I was restless on my bed. I kept switching from one position to the other. I was irritated by the audacity of my brothers. To think we were having real-life issues in the palace and all that mattered to them was fucking Ashley.

I had told myself that I wanted to relax my head, after the argument with my dad. I did not know how easy it was for my brothers to hide their anger, but it wasn't easy for me. My dad had no right to tell us what to do as regards choosing a mate. Or the manner we should do it.

I was glad I stormed, leaving him to his pointless meeting. He would at least get my message and know that I had not forgotten what he did to my mother.

But my whole effort at resting my head proved abortive. All I heard were Ashley's endless moans. It was as though I was fighting a battle.

I got up from my bed and paced my room. I felt like I was denying myself something I was supposed to enjoy. I knew I could just go over and join them, but I did not want to.

I thought of the