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"You aren't ready for this, are you?"
She was surprised that he asked. She knows that they do not ever ask or care. During the princess's meetings, they talk and confide in each other, and the married ones tell them some secrets of the marriage bed.
They don't care if you want it or not, and it's never pleasant too. You just lie there and take it, so you can make a baby.
"No... I'm not ready." She almost added that he should get on with it, because she might never be ready.
But, she didn't want to push her luck. She isn't brave enough.
He stepped back, causing her hand to fall away from his shoulder. Kamara could have sworn that it's relief she saw in his eyes before he blinked it away and gave her that blank stare that has become perfectly his.
"Get on the bed and lie down." He o
1143 word(s)Published142He began walking towards her, "You make him happy. That is enough for me. Take this."At the soft but firm command, Sally reached out with both hands and took the wrapped package.Her eyes widened to unbearable degrees. It's a small bag of coins."You can pay dowry with that on your wedding day." He said."Thank you so much, Your Highness! Thank you so much!" Sally gasped, her heart filled with gratitude. Her hands trembled as she held the unexpected gift with both hands like a cherished feat it is.She has been worried sick about how to get this money, and even though she has saved up, it's never enough. She has hidden it from Danika so that her princess wouldn't worry herself sick.And, here the king is, offering her this large amount of money.Her knees hit the
1204 word(s)Published143Sally and Chad married in the local church, and a lot of people attended too.Danika was shocked that almost the whole of Salem, came to witness their legal union. Mombana came too, and for the first time in a long time, she saw the familiar face of most of her people.Tears sprang to her eyes when her people walked past her and bowed to her. They still recognize her as their princess...even when she was dressed in rags.And the king was there too.He was seated at the front with his guards behind him, and Chad's joy about his presence was clearly written on his face. He knows how busy the King's schedule is, so he knows the sacrifice the king made to be present on his special day.Princess Kamara sat on the left side of the king with a kind smile on her face, and Vetta was seated by his right side glarin
1333 word(s)Published144"Sir Declan had once talk about marriage to me, My King. I know he will be happy for me on this day, if he was here."King Lucien blinked hard and shook his head to get Chad's heartfelt words away from his mind.But, the words kept whispering into his mind over and over again, until he drew taut with tension like a drawn bow.If only Declan was alive...Chad had made the innocent comment after his wedding while he was greeting and thanking him for attending his special day. He'd clamped his mouth shut immediately he said those words and apologized regretfully."Declan is not some forbidden topic, just because he's dead. It's okay, Chad." Those were the words the king replied with.But the harm has been done. If only Declan Declan was still alive... If any of his family was still alive
888 word(s) Published 145 Baski walked out of the king’s bedroom with her heart in her throat. This summon filled her with dread. She walked to Danika’s bedroom and saw her lyimg down on the bed, her breathing evened out. She knows that she’s sleeping even before she walked towards her front and saw her closed eyes. Even in sleep, lines of worry marred her face. Baski knows that the poor girl is more stressed lately with everything she’s going through. And, now this… She touched Danika gently. “Danika, dear you have to wake up.” Danika mumbled incoherently and settled back to sleep. “The king summons you, Danika.” Her eyes snapped open and she sprang up from the bed with so much force, her head spun. Baski held her, “Easy, easy…”
1028 word(s) Published 146 Baski's wrinkled cheeks flushed a little. "Vetta once referred to the king as a no-preamble man. Just in case... uhm, you have to be prepared." Danika would have refuted the mistress's notion, but she was too worked up to try. Indeed, the king is not big on foreplay and he doesn't like to be touched, but he is different with her. That gave her a pause. He is different with her. Surely, everything will be alright. That, more than anything, calmed her. She took the gel from Baski, entered the bathroom and used it. She came out a minute later and walked towards the door. "Danika?" She turned at the sound of Baski's voice. "Uhm?" Baski hesitated, "The king is a very damaged man. He might look well on the outside, but he is broken on the inside. He n
1377 word(s)Published147He caressed her collar button for a few more seconds. Then, he dropped his hand to her waist. The relief made her tremble, but the fear remained.His body drawn taut, felt like stone behind her back as he pressed close to her.Danika gasped when she felt his massive erection on her lower back, thick and hard poking her. But, only for a second.The next, he pulled back a bit and with one firm yank of his hand, he tore her chemise from her body. Her breasts spilled out. Another yank of his hand tore the cotton trouser that covered her lower body, leaving her completely naked before him.The swift and rough way he handled her had her almost hyperventilating with panic. And, for the first time since she became a slave, she found herself struggling to be free from him.His muscular strength and powerful exerti
961 word(s) Published 148 Escape! 𝑬𝑺𝑪𝑨𝑷𝑬!! 𝙀𝙎𝘾𝘼𝙋𝙀!!!! He has to keep her close. He has to keep her close! Not letting go! King Lucien cannot think past those animalistic urges that beat down on his head. Cannot hear past them. She struggles against him. It angered him that she's trying to get away from him. She's not leaving like his sister did! Not like Declan did! He'll do everything to keep her close! Never! She is not getting away! He is not letting her go! He palmed her thigh and lifted her leg, baring her to him. Pure animalistic instincts rode him so hard, he was shaking with the urge to bury himself so deep inside the soft flesh he caged before him. Positioning himself blindly, he bumped against her but her body restricted his invasion. An animalistic growl tore from his tro
1164 word(s)Published149A soft hand touching him hesitatingly, it penetrated his drunk haze. So soft, and oh so soothing.It reminded him of when he was a young lad in his mother's knees. His mother would read to him, and teach him how to do maths. She will praise him and pat the soft curls of his head when he does things right.The small hand that caressed his thigh, and now, his hair, was like a soothing balm to his wounded soul. To his head raving mad.One by one, his demons began receding. One by one, the dark memories began fading. They loosened their fierce hold on him. Only a bit.For the first time, he became aware of his surroundings. Of the soft trembling body he pinned to the wall, thrusting savagely and hungrily into her.Danika.He loosened his hold on her breast, but his control was still shot
1499 word(s)PublishedExcerpt 3b. Final Excerpt.Hours later, the sun is down. The moon rose high in the sky, glowing beautifully with the stars surrounding it. Anarieveta got down from the carriage, paid the carriage-rider some coins, and watched him drive away.Then, she entered the huge property of the Raskins. Staring at the elegantly decorated big home, she contemplated knocking on that huge door several feet away from her.There's no turning back now. Her baby, Merrily, needs her.With that in mind, she covered the distance and knocked on the door, her heart in her throat. The door swung open.Gedony Raskin stood tall behind the door. The sleepy look fled from his eyes as he saw Anarieveta standing uneasily behind his door.When he sent out that crazy message about Merrily being sick and needing her, he never expected that s
1035 word(s)PublishedExcerpt 3a.She didn't let him.In fact, Anarieveta began avoiding him again. This time, harder than the first time.Two months after their night together, Gedony Raskin has had it with her. He has done everything within his power to see Anarieveta again, but she always evaded him.He's in the school? She's suddenly out of the premises according to her assistant.He's in her office? She's not around.He goes to her home? Everywhere is locked.The next thing he heard is, she has gone to the palace to spend some time with her godson, the little Prince.Their night together lives in his head always, he hasn't been able to forget it. And frankly, it hurt him that she moved on without him. How can she just forget that beautiful intimate moment like it never happened?"Papa, papa,
1433 word(s)PublishedExcerpt 2b.Several hours later, Anarieveta admitted to herself that she's happy again for the first time in a long time. Genuinely, womanly happy.He was right there in the kitchen with her when she was making omelets and he found every reason to make her laugh. At first, it was difficult—she doesn't really have a lot to smile about.But he was always making jokes. And when jokes weren't working much, he told her stories about his children in the past. The stories were so funny, they made her smile. Smile so hard. Laugh.It didn't take long before she was laughing out loud as he told her tales elaborately.They ate together. Went out on a walk together. When they got back, they sat in the wooden chairs in the backyard, talking with each other.It was beautiful. It made Anarieveta so happy
1403 word(s)PublishedExcerpt 2a."You're right. So, let's talk about the present." His arms wrapped around her back, successfully caging her in his arms so she wouldn't escape, "Why have you been avoiding me?""I'm been too busy. I wasn't avoiding you.""If you're going to lie, at least look me in the eyes while doing that, will you?" He sounded amused."Alright. There was nothing to talk about. Mr. Odin makes sure any problem concerning the kids are solved." Shifting uncomfortably in his arms, her eyes darted to the door behind him longingly."What about the problem between us?""Mr. Raskin—"He kissed her. Gently. Passionately. Intensely. His lips molded with her perfectly, licking and tasting hers so thoroughly that a moan tore through Anarieveta's throat.Her body
857 word(s)PublishedExcerpt 1b.Note: There are only three excerpts...********In the early evening, Gedoni Raskin stood inside her living room with his daughter plastered to his body, his broad shoulder cushioning her head, her small arms wrapped around him."Why are you sick, Pumpkin? Don't be sick, you know Papa doesn't like that." He said, tenderly."I know, Papa. You get sad when we get sick." Merrily mumbled against his shoulder, her eyes closed."Yeah. Papa loves you two so much, he gets sad when you're not happy.""I am happy, Papa. Miss Ana gave me food and bitter herbs and sang to me. I don't feel so bad anymore.""Oh, guess we have Miss Ana to thank for that," his eyes found her across the living room and held."Yes, Papa. Miss Ana likes me, and I like M
981 word(s)PublishedExcerpt 1a.FIVE YEARS AFTER MOMBANA'S WAR.Anarieveta entered her Bed Chambers, her eyes darted to the fire pit which produced heated light into the bedroom, and felt satisfied that the fire hadn't burned out in her absence.A small figure occupied her king-size bed, the figure moving her body to glance at the door when she entered. Anarieveta smiled at the little girl, walking towards the bed, she lowered herself on it."I've seen Aiden off. Your father will be here very soon to take you home, okay?" She reassured the little girl.The sad lines on Merrily Raskin's small oval face disappeared immediately after her teacher appeared at her doorway. She isn't feeling so good, but her good teacher tells her that everything will be alright. So, everything will be alright."Alright, Miss Ana." She whispered, her br
1037 word(s)PublishedEpilogue...EPILOGUE.Five years later....It is a happy day in the Palace of Kingdom Avalon, as Kamara and Declan celebrate the birth of their second child, Princess Ainaa.A huge feast is held in the Court, a lot of people attended too. Sally and her family sat at one side of the round table, a huge smile on her face as she tries to feed solid food to her own second whose her youngest.Baski, Remeta, and her best friend Corna sat at one side, laughing and talking. Beside them; Haydara, Corna's mother, and her husband Gunther are trying to wipe the oil Raira, Corna's little sister, poured on her clothes.King Lucien has tried to hold Prince Nikolai repeatedly so he'll stay in his seat on the round table, but the Prince isn't having any of that. Instead, he has snuck out again with Princess Auroria, h
1392 word(s)Published296: Final Chapter 2.Name: KING LUCIEN AND QUEEN DANIKA'S FOREVER.....In the next three months, a lot happened.After the war and the birth of the Prince, the people of Mombana practically begged King Lucien to marry their Queen and keep ruling them. The Ministers were most in support of it after they saw the way the King protected their Kingdom, saw the intense love the King and their Queen has for each other, and heard the rumors of the heavy rain in Salem at the birth of the Prince.They wanted the King and the Prince in any way they can get them. In fact, they practically begged the King to merge their Kingdoms back together again and marry their Queen, if it means that he will keep ruling Mombana.Of course, the King agreed to it. The Queen was in support of it wholeheartedly.
1338 word(s) Published 295: Final Chapter 1. As Prince Nikolai nursed, that was when the King gave the Queen the good news of Vetta's survival. Danika was so happy. Tears of joy returned to her eyes again. So much joy, it was contagious. She kept thanking the heavens over and over again and immediately she was done breastfeeding, she insisted on going to see Vetta. No matter how Baski and the others tried to discourage her because of her vulnerable state, she refused adamantly. In the end, the King instructed Chad to carry her to Vetta's bedroom while he stayed with their sleeping baby. Vetta teared up at the sight of Danika. They were hugging immediately Danika's body touched the bed. They were crying together too. Vetta was thanking her for saving her life while the Queen is thanking her for being alive. Today has