Xena having a relaxed nap. It was one of those peaceful sleep she loved having in the afternoon. She believes when you sleep after bathing and eating lunch keeps the body fresh. Suddenly, she jumped as the door slammed open, and Jeanne revealed herself breathing heavily, like someone running away from thieves. A furious dagger hit her stomach, pulling in and pulling out of her continually, Xena's furious glare wasn't removing the dagger anytime soon. Her stomach churned with anger, she hates to be woken up by noises, and it gives her a banging headache. Knowing that she isn't ready to remove the dagger, Jeanne spills the beans. “I heard the king summoned the man who translated the document for me to the Palace” She shrugged. “What for?” She knitted her brows, confused, her chest rising and falling at the moment. “I don't know the details, but I heard someone else translated the document apart from you” “What!” She yelled, her mind started wandering around, thinking of the possi
The King's women were all inside the woman's hall jabbering, and the atmosphere was gladdened; it had been a long that they had this kind of environment, anything they held this gathering, it was always filled with conflict, Jealous, covetousness, and they end fighting. “It's good to have a good leader as the mother of the country, I can't remember when we had this kind of happy join together without anyone telling us she is more than us” One of the concubines called Kira said, her eyes fixed on Xena as she let out the word. She directed the word to Xena and all the concubines knew the word was directed to her, every one of them knows how pompously she behaved among them. Picking up the cup, Nneka sipped the tea in her front and dropped the cup, her lips brushed with a smile, hearing how Kira's tongue lashed Xena. She had always known that bringing Xena to the king's women's gathering was the best place to torture her, she had gathered the meeting because of her. She had plans und
Entering inside, Aurora's mouth patted in awe, it was so beautiful, and everywhere was colorful, she wondered why the king would have a beautiful mansion like this at the edge of the town. If she were to choose the most beautiful between the mansion and the palace, she would choose the mansion without thinking twice. Still, the reason the king would build this beautiful mansion in the bush bothered her. She moved around exploring the mansion until she came across a room, the door was glittering, and it was made of gold. She halted and got curious about the inside and if the outside was this beautiful. Then, she tried to unhook the door, but it proved aborted, still, she didn't give up, rather she changed her plans and used her fist on the door. She's a stubborn type and hates to accept defeat from living things. But these are nonliving things… Her heart thumped as a voice came behind her, without looking back, she knew the owner of the voice. The voice always melted her soul an
Xena recrudesced at the king's chamber for the fifth time. As usual, she met a guard at the entrance, but this time around she met Evans with the other guard that had been preventing her from going into the king's chamber. “Good evening, your High….” “Where have you been to, that you keep this thing here?, telling me gibberish since” Xena cuts in angrily before Evans could finish with his greetings. Still, she didn't allow Evans to reply. Rather, she continued on her track, wanting to push her way into the king's chamber, but a long barricade settled before she could place her hand on the door. “How dare you block my way again?” Xena raised her hand and struck the other guard's cheeks. She winced in pain as her hand landed on the guard's face, she felt like she hit an iron. She raised her head and peeked at the guard, wondering if his body was made of iron, she hissed and blew air on her palm, softening the hit ensuing from her hand palms. “Are you made of iron?” She snapped at t
For the first time, he wondered why the fragile woman here was able to give him the peace he desired.He moved closer to her, his hand moved to her masked, wanting to see the beauty beneath the mask.Suddenly, the promise he made with her resonated in his ears, then he withdrew his hand and moved to her hair, stroking it gently.He had agreed with the masked girl who wanted to keep her face away from him since she's afraid of having an eyes contact with him.Someday, he hopes she will learn to be comfortable around him. He wanted her to be free to him, even if every one is fearful of him, there is someone he wanted to avoid being scared of him.On different occasion, the king had wanting Evans to call Shastina for him in day break since the masked girl said her name is Shastina but he always tried to refrain from calling her. Wanting her to show herself to him.After he was done stroking her hair, he tried standing up, but Aurora grabbed his hand in her sleeping state.“Please don't l
Aurora's heartbeat skyrocketed. She knitted her brows in fear, seeing Alpha Malik's hardened gaze.“Where are you coming from?” He asked curtly. “I……” She sputtered, not knowing what to say.Just then a voice echoes“I sent her an errand” Nneka announced as she walked into their midst, interrupting the king from asking further. Rather, he swerved around and faced his queen.Aurora sighed deeply, her face lit, seeing her younger sister coming to rescue her. The acts convinced her that indeed her sister had changed, for her to come to her rescue.“And why would you open the door for a prisoner?” The king asked with gritted teeth, clenching his fist in fury. Waiting Impatiently for her response, he hoped she could justify her word. Looking at her face, the king knows the queen is lying, but he hopes she can justify her lies if she truly wants to save Aurora from his hands.He didn't know what he could do to her presently, her presence alone infuriated him, remembering how she lied an
“What did you mean?” Xena yelled as she knitted her eyes in fear. Her heart raced against her chest. “I heard the king summon the translator man into the hall again, he is in the hall right now. From the information I heard, the king is questioning him concerning the document you submitted” Jeanne explained.“Did the king know that he translated the document on my behalf?” Xena asked.“I don't think so… but I'm not sure” Jeanne replied hurriedly, feeling afraid of what the outcome will be, she wanted to avoid causing her friend problem because of her mistake.Just then, Xena sprang to her bare feet, and she swerved after her threatening gaze left Jeanne's body, giving her a warning stare as she walked toward the door.Jeanne took a deep breath, knowing that Xena was angry at her right now.“Where are you going?” She asked in a silent tone, trying not to make her angry.“Should I stay here with you and wait until the king hates me because of your silly…” Xena stopped and took a deep b
The door to the hall opened, and Jeanne walked in, feeling disoriented. She couldn’t place her hand on the reason the king summoned her, the king is hard to see. Although they both live inside the palace, even his concubine might not sight him for two months. His presence is so scarce. For the past three months, she hadn’t sighted the king, and standing close to him made her wonder if the king had found out Xena lied to him. Her heart thumped, thinking of the outcome of the king's found out. She ransacked her brains, trying to find a way out for Xena, if eventually the king find out. She wouldn’t mind getting hurt, then letting Xena lose favor with the king. “Good day… My lord” She greeted and bowed her head towards the king. Just then her face traveled to where Xena stood, hoping she would notify her of the reason she was brought in, but she didn’t look her way, rather she held a frowned expression, facing the king directly. Although Xena considered signaling her, knowing Jea
In the hall, whispers filled the air, mixing with anxiety. Ministers stood in their places, tension evident. Those backing Jericho couldn't muster their usual confidence; sweat beaded on their foreheads, a visible sign of their nerves.Despite the cool breeze, Jericho's supporters felt the heat of fear. They dreaded what this meeting might bring.The night before, Jericho had convinced a guard to take the blame for killing an assassin. He'd warned his followers not to support the ministers from the accounting and finance departments, suspecting a trap set by his brother, Alpha Malik.Suddenly, Jericho entered the hall, his usual regal manner intact. His face betrayed no guilt or fear, surprising his followers. Though they knew him to be cruel and wicked, they still expected a hint of fear in his eyes."Welcome, your Majesty," his followers bowed, paying homage to him as the royalty he was.Meanwhile, only hearing the greetings from his supporters, Jericho turned to see the faction aga
The morning unfolded, rural melodies danced through the air: the crowing roosters, the gentle clucking of hens, all harmonizing with the breaking dawn, rousing Alpha's Malik from his slumber.Gently, he opened his eyes to behold Aurora, still immersed in peaceful sleep. Time itself seemed to pause as he gazed upon her, his heart stirring with inexplicable warmth.In the quiet of the moment, he pondered the tranquil essence she brought to his life, marveling at how her presence could lull even the most restless soul into deep repose.Lost in contemplation, Alpha Malik found himself drawn to Aurora's forehead, his lips instinctively seeking connection. With each tender kiss, he expressed a silent devotion, each angle conveying a depth of emotion words could not capture.Last night, Alpha Malik had pushed aside thoughts of Aurora's deception as the masked girl, embracing her and embracing the moment, setting aside their differences.With gentle care, he eased Aurora's head from his shou
Shastina tightly clasped Aurora's hand, her eyes fixed on the delicate features of her face. Pain gripped her heart, an unbearable ache that whispered accusations against her own actions, blaming herself for Aurora's tragic end.The relentless thought echoed within her, a haunting refrain:"I could have confessed to the king, revealed that I, not Aurora, was the one who killed the late King."Grief overwhelmed Shastina, erasing the memory of the times when she callously told Aurora that she didn't care if she lived or died. The realization now hit her with a cruel force, a revelation of her true feelings."So you care this much about me," Aurora's voice cut through the heavy silence.Startled, Shastina and Morena leaped to their feet. The sudden realization that it was Morena's voice shattered the tension. Shastina moved closer to Aurora, and a groan escaped from Aurora's lips as Shastina inadvertently bounced on her hand."Why did you play that prank on us?" Shastina exclaimed, her e
Doubt coursed through Xena's mind as she watched the hulking man, hoping against hope for a shred of mercy. But alas, mercy was a stranger in his eyes, replaced instead by a seething anger that simmered beneath his burly exterior.With a thunderous rise, he towered over her, his gaze landing on the unfortunate canvas of clothes stained with vomit. At that moment, his anger exploded into a deafening cacophony that reverberated through the entire room, sending shivers down the spine of all who bore witness.The very walls seemed to tremble in response to his enraged bellow, rousing the other men within the prison from their slumber. As their master's voice boomed, they snapped to attention, their eyes darting around the room. Their collective focus then shifted to the source of their leader's fury, and they locked onto the telltale evidence of Xena's transgression."Kapoor!" They roared in unison, their feet slamming onto the ground in a synchronized display of loyalty. Yet, in that sam
Dread washed over Xena like a cold wave when one of the guards hurriedly went to fetch the King's Concubine, Xena knew that if none of the king's women came, she knew that if Sheba and Nneka would come, and if they got involved, things would take a dark turn.Her anxiety was palpable as they escorted her down to the dungeon. At this moment, she longed for Jeanne's presence more than ever. However, Jeanne had fallen for one of the guards and had left with him. Xena held onto the hope that Jeanne would return, though it seemed like a distant dream.It was too late for anyone to persuade the King to honor the promise he had made to his mother, the vow to protect. Yet, Xena clung to that promise, despite the risk of the King discovering her involvement. Memories of the kindness she had shown to the King's mother weighed heavily on her conscience.As they reached the cell and the guard swung open the door, a putrid stench overwhelmed Xena's senses, causing her to instinctively cover her no
Xena's body trembled with fear as she stood there, as Minster still held the document in his hand. The king's eyes scrutinized the scroll as he turned his gaze toward the minister of accounting. She felt her whole world collapse, trapped in a nightmare."What are you doing here?" The king's voice was icy, jolting her back to reality."I... I..." Xena stammered, feeling utterly helpless as Jaguar approached the minister and gently took the scroll from her shaking hands."Your Highness, the scroll..." Xena's heart sank as she grasped the gravity of her situation. The consequences would be dire if the document contained what they suspected. She wished she could vanish, but the king's words reverberated through the hall, freezing her in place."Jaguar, read the scroll's contents. Evans, send guards to find the criminal hiding in town. And when you locate the assassin, eliminate him immediately. Someone dared to set him free from prison." The king's tone brooked no argument, sending shiver
Aurora's eyes widened in awe as she found herself in an enchanting realm, surrounded by colors dancing in the sky. It was a place of breathtaking beauty that seemed almost otherworldly. As she explored this magical space, she was captivated by the sight of a stunning woman with eyes that sparkled like stars and a handsome man whose warm smile radiated kindness.Curiosity overwhelmed her, and she approached them with wonder in her eyes. "Why is this place so incredibly beautiful? And why do both of you look so lovely?" she asked, her voice filled with awe.The woman's response was soft and soothing, "This place is special, Aurora. It's where beauty and love intertwine."Aurora was taken aback, unsure of where she was or how she had arrived there. "Am I dreaming?" she questioned, a hint of uncertainty in her voice.The man's gentle laughter resonated through the air as he replied, "You're not dreaming, but you're not entirely awake either. This realm exists between realities, where the
Alpha stormed into Morena's chamber, his presence filling the room with an air of authority. His eyes widened in shock as he beheld Aurora, blood trickling from her nose. The sight sent a jolt of panic through his veins, and his voice thundered, overpowering every other sound in the room."What is going on here?!" he demanded, his voice reverberating with urgency and concern.The force of his voice made Morena snap her head in his direction, her eyes filled with worry. Evans, Shastina, and the other maid present in the physician's chamber followed suit, their gazes dropping in deference.Their murmured response of "Your Highness" barely registered as Alpha's attention remained fixed on Aurora's ailing form. He spoke again, the urgency in his voice demanding an immediate answer."I need to know what is happening here," he pressed, his tone filled with a mix of fear and determination.Morena, realizing the weight of the moment, turned to face the king. She spoke softly, her voice betray
As Alpha Malik made his way back inside the palace, a heavy cloud of hurt and betrayal engulfed him, obscuring the warmth and love Aurora had once ignited within his heart. With each step, his pain deepened, casting shadows on the memories of their shared moments.Unknown to him, a sense of urgency tugged at his soul, compelling him to seek out Aurora. He couldn't fathom the reason behind this inexplicable need, but he was certain that when she woke up, she would face the consequences of her deception. And as for Evans, Alpha's blood boiled with disbelief at the thought of his supposed ally supporting Aurora in fooling him. The mere idea was unfathomable, and he vowed that Evans would pay dearly for his betrayal.Yet, amidst his wild thoughts, Alpha brushed away the intrusive doubts, focusing on his path ahead. Determined, he walked with measured steps, the imposing presence of the palace surrounding him like a symphony of grandeur and deceit. As he advanced, his attention was drawn t