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Chapter XXVI
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2021-07-05 18:26:23Keith could not believe his eyes. Same feline brown eyes, same height, same pale skin. It was like looking through a mirror. He gulped and closed his eyes for a moment, then reopened them again to make sure he was not dreaming.
"No," he shook his head in disbelief, "How... How is that possible?"
Kenneth could not stop looking at his brother. Even though he knew of his existence all his life, it was surprising to see him after many years. Keith looked like him, but a little thinner, and tanner. He did not get to experience the luxury of eating nice food or sleeping on a soft mattress, and he spent most of his time outside under the burning sun. Looking at Keith was like travelling back to the past, to his childhood. He did not know he had a brother until he was five years old when he found out by accident. His parents were always secretive when it came to him, and at that time, Ken
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Alec looked for the king, and the servants told him he was taking a bath, so he headed to the bathroom, and the guards opened the door. A wave of steam welcomed him inside as well as a fragrance of fresh roses. Kenneth was sitting in the large tub, his legs under the warm water and his arms on the sides. His eyes were closed, and his long hair untied, letting the blond tips soak in the water. The court ladies filled more buckets with rose water and splashed it slowly around the king. To Alec's displeasure, one of them knelt beside him and started massaging his shoulders. Kenneth let out a groan as her hands rubbed behind his neck, and Alec frowned as he was confused that the king agreed to be touched by someone else. He walked around the tub, and he gulped when he saw rose petals sticking on his neck, his chest, and his shoulders. He could not help but feel his body get warmer, and it was not only because of the steam. Kenneth was a handsome man. It was difficult not to look a
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Keith took a seat on a bench down in the servants' quarters. The hallway was empty, and he took advantage of the silence to explore his thoughts. He did not have much time to think about the recent events as he was busy with training and learning the palace protocols. The king is his brother — his twin — but how was that possible? Keith lived his entire life in a tiny house in the village. He was surrounded by a small and poor family. He started working since he was a child as his parents could not afford their meals alone, and they needed more hands to bring more coins. While he was suffering to help his family, Kenneth was leading a fancy life in his palace, eating the best food, and having the most beautiful women by his side — and killing whoever he desired. How could they be brothers if they lived separately — and differently?Keith was still under shock not only because Alec told him he was the king's
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"Carolyn!" Alec embraced his younger sister, and he took a deep breath as he smelled her familiar fragrance. "I am so sorry!" he cried, taking her long hair tightly in his hand. It was strange to feel her in his arms after such a long time. As she embraced him, he realised how much he missed her and his family. Kenneth watched his guard sobbing on his sister's shoulder, and it pained him as he felt guilty to have deprived him of his family for months. It was he who threatened him to stay at the palace in exchange for his family's protection. At the same time, he felt slightly jealous of Alec because of his love for his sister and brother and their affection for him. He hadn't known that feeling since he was a child when his parents were still alive, and he had been craving it for many years. His twin brother —Keith —was still alive, but alas, he despised him. "I am sorry f
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Alec pushed Kenneth slightly into the small kitchen to hide him while he stood by the door and listened to the palace guards' heavy footsteps. They were looking for the king everywhere in the village and he knew it was all Gwendolyn's doing. Now that she was pregnant, she was finally sure that her child would be the heir or heiress to the throne and she would be the Queen Mother.Gwendolyn and the prime minister must have been planning for that for many years judging by the way they poisoned the king since the wedding to drive him mad and make his people despise and fear him."Why am I hiding?" Kenneth raised an eyebrow, "They aremyguards, then why should I fear them?""I don't believe they're your guards," Alec mumbled, knowing those men obeyed Gwendolyn more than their king.Before Kenneth could add a
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A tempting food fragrance reigned around the kitchen, along with quiet conversations and laughter. Kenneth watched his guard teasing his best friend and helping his sister cook their lunch, and for a moment, he pictured himself having a family to laugh with, a sister to protect and teach, a brother to support him, and parents to love him. The king could not recall the last time he had a pleasant chat with someone — aside from the time he escaped to the other palace. If he could give himself a chance, he would like to go back to the past and correct everything that shattered his family. Kenneth would give everything to live a different childhood and grow up with his parents, his twin brother and his little sister by his side. His life would have been happier if nothing happened to them.Kenneth quietly observed Alec and how his eyes got smaller when he grinned — he thought he looked adorable. His smile was one of t
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The servants were surprised to see the king enter the palace safe and sound, followed by Alec. The royal guards searched for him during the entire day, and they failed to find him in the nearby villages. Gwendolyn threw a tantrum every time she heard they could not find her husband, and the servants wondered why she was acting so strangely. Perhaps pregnancy was affecting her emotions."Your Majesty," Carl welcomed the king in the entry gate, "Are you doing well?" he checked his face and body, but he could not find anything abnormal. Kenneth did not look like he got himself in danger."I am," Kenneth answered, "Why was everyone looking for me?" he furrowed a brow, "It's not the first time that I leave the palace.""I know," Carl sighed, "The search was under Her Majesty's request,"
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It was very early in the morning when Carl and Todd headed to the king's chambers. Their steps echoed in the empty corridors. They found Alec standing outside the door, getting ready to start a new day. He raised an eyebrow when he saw them approaching."Good morning, Alec," Carl greeted, "We have something to tell you before the king wakes up," he whispered."What is it?" Alec frowned as he knew something must be wrong."We happened to hear a strange conversation yesterday evening," Carl replied, "I was with Todd, and the other new guard also joined,"Alec pressed his lips when he understood he was talking about his best friend. "And?"Carl made sure there was no one else around before he whispered, "The queen was with the pri
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The servant walked to the main hall and bowed his head before he entered the living room, "My lady, two guards arrived from the main palace," he announced.Lady Monica widened her eyes as she hurried to leave the couch and fix her clothes. "I was not expecting anyone!" she exclaimed, "Ferdinand!" she called her son, who came running after hearing the news, "My son, did you receive a letter from the palace?""No, mother," Ferdinand shook his head and walked with her to the entrance. "I wonder if everything is alright in the main palace,"The royal guards soon followed and entered the room. They looked around and even though the interior was not as fancy and clean as the main palace, there was an unusual welcoming warmth emanating from the walls. "Good evening," Carl and Todd greeted politely. "The king sent us here,"
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After dinner, Ferdinand invited his guests to a cup of tea. Kenneth gladly accepted it, and Alec was ready to join when Keith pulled his wrist before he entered the salon, "Can I talk to you for a moment?" he asked.Alec raised an eyebrow as his friend looked nervous, "Of course."Keith walked to the drawing-room and asked Alec to take a seat. "What is going on? You are scaring me." he nervously chuckled.Keith smiled and sat in front of him. He joined his hands and took a deep breath, "I knew you since we were children, and I had no idea I would be doing this someday."Alec looked at him with confusion, and then he laughed, "Are you going to confess your love to me now?" he joked, and Keith chuckled, "No, thank you. I am happy to hav
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People, adults and children, gathered in the village to see the prime minister for the last time in their life. They watched the grey-haired man sitting inside the iron jail, his face pale and his legs shaking. He was caged like an animal — though he was far worse than an innocent tiger. The villagers shouted insults and threats and threw stones at him. The prisoner had no more leather or fancy fabrics on his body. Now, he was only but lower than a beggar with his stained shirt and trousers. He was shoeless, and his feet were bleeding.The royal guards were ordered to drive the prime minister and the men who helped him to a faraway island outside the kingdom. The king decided it would be merciful to publically execute him, so he and Keith thought it would be better to exile him. The prime minister was not only going to live on an island and rot to death. No, he needed to pay for what he had done to the women and girls. He destroyed their families, and now was time
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Alec pecked Kenneth's nose before standing up and extended his arm for the king to hold his hand. He smiled at him and led him to the bed. He lied on the soft mattress, and Kenneth slowly crawled on top of him. Alec looked heavenly handsome, like an angel sent to serve his king. His black hair spread on the mattress, highlighting his half-naked body.Kenneth placed his hands on his waist and kissed his lower abdomen, sending goosebumps through Alec's body. He pulled his waistband and started sliding his trousers down to expose his intimate zone.Alec bit his lower lip and smirked, "I remember when you wanted to cut my head." he said, playing with Kenneth's soft blond locks that tickled his naked abdomen.Kenneth chuckled and pecked his thigh, making his legs weaken. "I am happy w
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Kenneth rested his back against the wooden chair with a jar of wine in his hand. It was a long and exhausting day for him. A lot of things happened, and it was too much for him to take. He needed to decide how to punish the prime minister and Gwendolyn for their crimes. What they did was so disappointing that he thought death would be a mercy and not a punishment. Public execution is easy and fast. They would not have time to think about their choices nor regret them. In a matter of seconds, they would be dead, and nothing would change.Kenneth knew it would not satisfy him if they left without suffering for what they did to him. Hehad a conversation with Keith before he retreated to his chambers. His twin brother suggested ways to punish the prime minister and his daughter and help the women and the girls have a happier life.Kenneth was alone after everyone left the palace
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Alec and Keith froze as they understood what the king meant bythat night. "I was only but a child," Kenneth whispered as he eyed every inch of the man's face. "You made a child hold a sword and kill his parents." Gasps and whispers sounded in the room after they heard the king's last words. Kenneth never spoke about the past before. He let people around the palace and the villages believe all sorts of stories about the late sovereigns' death. That haunting memory was too painful that it made him weak, too weak to defend the truth. "I remember you," Kenneth cupped the man's face with one hand and squeezed his jaw tight, "Your laughter still sounds in my ear every night before I sleep. You enjoyed that, didn't you?" he squeezed tighter until the man groaned with pain. "You loved seeing an innocent child ending his
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The colour drained from the prime minister's face the moment he saw the king's guards dragging his men inside the throne room. His heart hammered in his chest at each of their steps. He recognised the man who led his soldiers for years, as well as his second and other young men. He tried to keep a straight face and faced the king, whose eyes did not leave him until his guards pushed the prisoners to kneel on the ground.Kenneth stared at him with a cold expression, and he knew he could not find any more excuses now. The truth was now uncovered and there was no way he could escape its consequences.
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Carl led the soldiers in the forest, following the path Keith described. There were dozens of armed men walking discreetly to avoid getting caught by the black-dressed enemies. He tightened his grip around his sword handle and looked behind to make sure his men were following, especially a handsome man whose skin got tanner after spending many days under the sun. Carl never paid attention to anyone as he did to Todd. His life was all about training harder to get promoted to a higher position, but lately, being by Todd's side brought him a foreign satisfaction. "Halt!" he raised his arm, signalling his men to stop walking. He walked further from them to check the surroundings, and as Keith said, a dozen trees circled a large camp. Heshook his head in disbelief and walked back to warn his men and get ready to invade the tents.
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The next day, Kenneth sat on his throne as he thought about what Keith said the night before. He rested his elbow on the silver arm and his chin on the palm of his hand. An army. It was as he feared. His enemies seriously wanted him out of the picture to have the kingdom for themselves.The doors opened, interrupting his thoughts. Gwendolyn entered the room, followed by her court ladies. She had her hand on her lower back as if to support the baby growing in her belly. Kenneth rolled his eyes at it. He admired her audacity to not forget a single detail to prove she was pregnant."Good morning, my king," since she got'pregnant',Gwendolyn stopped bowing to Kenneth. The child was an excuse to drop the formalities, but now Kenneth only saw disrespect. Gwendolyn was insulting him with her lies and her pretending. "My apologies for not showing up during breakf
