Chapter 10

Von

“Your majesty, you have visitors.” The sound of my guard’s voice caught my attention. I had been staring at the grave where my wife was buried. It was sad, that I never got the opportunity to give her a befitting burial and every day it haunts me.

I sighed, turning to look at my guard who hadn’t left his spot since he delivered the message.

“Who are these visitors you speak of?”

He bowed his head. “The councilmen.”

I sighed louder than before. I knew why they were here. They probably wanted to ask why I hadn’t given them the news of an heir. Bloody bastard, that’s all they cared about.

“Tell them I’m not around!” I said, regaining myself. “And escort them out once you do.”

The guard nodded. I made up my mind to give him a promotion if he ended up getting rid of the councilmen. I knew they wouldn’t leave until they had seen me. As much as I hated them, I admired their perseverance.

I continued to stare at my wife’s grave, and some minutes later, the guard had returned.

“Did they leave?” I asked staring deeply at him.

“No!” He informed me. “They insisted on waiting till you returned.”

My hands ran through my disheveled hair, and slowly l got on my feet.

“Do you want me to tell them that you will be gone for a long time?” He asked.

“No, there’s no need to for that,” I said. “Return to your post.”

He nodded, and I headed to my room. Rae was fast asleep her pale skin illuminated by the early morning light that spilled from the curtain.

It had been three days since the rogue incident, and she seemed to have healed properly.

Despite this, Rae still hasn’t accepted my request, and the thought of fucking her against will crossed my mind every night, but the fact that she was still a virgin killed that thought.

I felt like a coward in my own skin.

I tore my gaze from her after a second glance, putting on my cloak. The moment I got to the bottom of the stairs, the oldest among the councilmen who went by the name Silas took a step forward.

“I knew that foolish guard was lying to us,” he declared, and the rest of them let out a groan, displaying their agreement.

“It’s good to see you, gentlemen,” I said, ignoring Silas’ words.

“Why don’t you want to humble us with your presence?” He questioned ignoring my greeting. “Or are you afraid of what we might discuss?”

“I’m the hybrid king!” I yelled. “I fear nothing.”

Silas chuckled dryly. “Of course, you would say this, but deep down me and you know, you fear our words.”

“Why should I?” I asked.

“I will leave that question unanswered Your Majesty.” He said, taking a step forward.

“We are here to ask how the proceedings are going!”

“It’s going well.” I lied, shaking off my last incident with Rae off my mind.

“When shall we be expecting news?”

“I don’t know.” My reply was stiff.

Silas laughed. “If you are doing as we instructed, then we shall hear great news before solstice night.”

“About that!” I said firmly. “I wouldn’t be throwing a party for the people this year.”

The second councilman who has been quiet, spoke up. “That is unacceptable. The people in this pack always look forward to solstice night, and after the attack on the kingdom, some days ago. The best you can do is help the people forget the tragic events.”

“The rogues caused no harm to the people, so they don’t need to forget about anything. My palace was the target, not the people.” I pointed out.

“It doesn’t matter who the target was. The main fact is that the people were rattled and such an event needs to be forgotten and what is a better way to do so than attending a party?” The third council men named Gregory spoke.

“If you’re so concerned about the people, why don’t you fucking throw the party for them?” I said in a hoarse.

“Watch your tone, Your Majesty,” Silas said, and I shook my head. “We are only trying to advocate for the people.”

“I’m sure if the people knew that their queen was dead. They wouldn’t fuck care about that stupid night.”

The men grew silent, and the look on their faces changed.

“I know the death of your wife still hurts, but you have a duty to the people,” Silas spoke up.

“A true king leads in grief and happiness,” Silas added.

“I guess I’m not a true king,” I replied, and then I picked up my steps, and Silas' words stopped me midway.

“You tend to have forgotten what happened to your uncle when he let his emotions get in the way of his ruling,” Silas said in a bitter tone. “And since you have let me remind you, your uncle’s incompetence was the reason your father got the throne. In your case, it will be the reason for your downfall.”

His words sounded more like a threat than a warning. I kept a straight face as I continued up the stairs.

“Don’t forget my words, Von!” My Anger seemed to increase as I heard his sly voice.

I hurried my steps, and the minute I arrived at my room I saw Rae was awake. Right now, the only thing I wanted was to get rid of my anger.

I stared at Rae with a predatory gaze, without wasting any more time I moved in her direction.

“Lie down,” I said in a firm voice.

Rae looked at me with a shocking expression.

“I haven’t agreed to be your breeder or give you an heir.”

“I don’t fucking care!” Anger had blinded my mind, and without taking I grabbed Rae, pinning her against the bed.

“Von!” she cried out, as I took off her panties, spreading her legs open afterward.

I ignored her, pulling down my trousers and moving my dick between her legs.

I forced my way in, thrusting the minute my dick entered into her.

My eyes locked onto hers, and I noticed tears spill out from them.

“Monster!” she mumbled. “You’re a—“

The rest of her words don’t leave her lips as my thrust increased. I knew I was hurting her, but I didn’t care. I kept thrusting into her at a fast pace! I could feel my balls slamming beneath her as my hips moved back and forth in a rhythmic order.

She was sweet, sweeter than I expected. I blocked out her cry for freedom, enjoying every feeling. Suddenly, an image of Calister popped up in my head, and I broke—free from the cages of pleasure, pulling out of Rae quickly.

As I zipped up my trousers, my eyes wandered to the bloodstains at the side of the sheets.

“I will send for the maids!” I said in a hoarse tone. “Let them give you a bath, and attend to the sheet.”

She didn’t reply. She couldn’t even look at me.

I stepped out of the room, and suddenly I noticed my anger slipping away. Reality slapped me across the face. It was at that moment I realized what I had done.