(Next Morning)
Alicia's pov
The room was filled with maids attending to Xenia's needs.
A direct order from the king...
I'm glad her head had been bounded by the doctor. He got here as early as possible.
"We're done, your highness" Esme said walking Xenia to where I was - on a lounge chair.
"Oh! You look beautiful dear" I cooed taking Xenia's hand.
She was in a pink dress and her blonde hair was fixed into a ponytail with a tiara on it. So princess like...
"Thank you Mom" she muttered and sat beside me.
"How's your head now?" I asked rubbing her small fingers.
"I'm fine mom" she replied wryly.
"And I'm about to have breakfast now" she added standing up.
I chuckled and held her hand before turning to the
Dawn's povI grabbed the guard's arm as soon as he was about to leave."Where do you think you're going to?" I asked glaring at him."The king told me to sit somewhere and supervise your punishment, your highness" He replied with a stutter and I rolled my eyes."Don't tell me you'd sit here and watch a princess carry two heavy buckets in the name of punishment. I haven't even had breakfast you jerk. And from the weakness i feel, I won't survive this punishment if you let me do it alone" I muttered holding him firmly.He looked around as his cheeks turned tomato red."Well...what do you want me to do, princess?" He asked feebly and I smiled."Can you please lend me a water hose that'll channel the water into the drum making the work easier for me? It's not too much to ask, is it?" I pouted giving him both an innocent and a seductive smile.
....Dawn's pov....I never thought I could feel my heart beat so loud like it had intention of leaving my chest.He still had his back facing me and that made me relieved though.Why would he ask such...all of a sudden!Oh heavens!I might as well tell him the truth and face the consequences than to trapped to keep telling lies to everyone."The truth is...Suddenly, the door flung open and two men barged in. They were dressed as knights and had swords with them."My lord...we brought the gold thief. Should we bring him in?" The first knight asked gingerly."Bring him in" king Lee muttered after a short silence.The two men turned and made a signal towards the door. Two guards made their way in pushing in a man with them.The minute the trio got to the center of the room, the knight gave the man a brute
Dawn's povAfter what happened earlier today, I was starting to fear King Lee the more.He killed a man emotionlessly.Without even thinking much about it.Just remembering it sends shivers through my veins. I don't think I have the guts to escape this place.If it doesn't turn out to be successful and I get caught, I'll brought to him.He won't waste time in hurting me.I did as he said and prepared for the banquet right before it would begin.I met the other wives on the way but I moved faster to the hall with Caroline behind me.Guests from all places where starting to arrive but ignored them all and moved to the seat kept for me. Bethel's povI stood at a corner staring aimlessly as the evening grew darker.The decorations were beautiful and so were the qu
Dawn's pov:I remained hiding as I felt him stand at a particular spot for a while - doing nothing.I could swear my breath hitched at that moment and I stopped breathing.Oh mercies!I can't believe this is happening to me.I think I'm destined to die this way - in the hands of King Lee..I struggled to take another peep since he wasn't moving.He just stood stiff staring at the bed, probably at sleeping Xenia.I really couldn't explain what began happening at that minute.The room became too quiet and I literally felt King Lee's heartbeat.Yes...it felt so strong and heavy. Like his whole emotions were being released on seeing Xenia lay sick on the bed.I was starting to feel that strong love a man has for his daughter.King Lee can actually care about someone this much??Wow!
Dawn's pov:I couldn't stop switching sides on the bed. I was so uncomfortable and really wanted to be in the right spot.I unleaned from the bed and stared down at the pillow.I gave it a few punches before I plonked back on it roughly.Then an irrirating knock came on the door ruining my sleep.I ignored the knock completely covering my ears."Princess Anna" Caroline called out and my eyes flickered open.The door creeked and Caroline walked in. Firmly closing the door behind her.I noticed her hair was left untied and her top quite revealing.I didn't put much interest as I stretched my arms and legs before curling up on the bed."Good morning, Your highness...How was your night?" She asked with a bow and I smiled lightly."It was fine, thank you" I muttered perfunctorily.
Dawn's pov:I blinked rapidly still trying to stomach what the King just demanded.Does he mean it? Does he really want me to tell him a story?Geez!But I'm not a damn storyteller. I'm always occupied with work that I don't sit down for stories.I could barely remember those stories mom would tell me before I went to bed. I was pretty much younger then.Oh...how do I get out of this? How do I make something up??"I'm waiting..." King Lee muttered rolling his eyes."Well..you see, I'm really not in the mood to tell a story, my Lord" I bickered and I heard him scoff."I'm damn bored. I command you to be in the mood of storytelling before I ask you to fill three drums with water and I'll supervise you myself, you brainless rat" He sneered and I glared at him.Who does this king think he is??...I cleared my thro
Dawn's pov:I struggled free from his grip and pushed him away from me.I didn't fancy the way he held me one bit."Don't you ever hold me like that again" I seethed and he rolled his eyes."Calm down...would you? The last thing I would do is to take advantage of what now belongs to the king."I just came to let you know about something that has been bugging me for days now" He paused and took a deep sigh."King Lee's soldiers are still in Muzana. They haven't left their camp yet...and I'm worried" He spilled and I felt an intense heat building up again.Oh God."Why haven't the soldiers left, Dawn? They should have left the moment you began living here. Does it mean...you're not enough? Isn't the king pleased with you, yet?" He asked obviously perturbed.My eyes dimmed and I was starting to loose my balance."I don't know the answers to
Dawn's pov:The guard opened the door and I walked in feebly.I never thought I would ever step foot into this room again...not after I slept on the king's bed.The loud noise of the door closing startled me and I snapped outta my thoughts.King Lee was on his bed and the duvet covered the lower part of his body.I approached him and stood beside him.There was a black towel placed on his forehead and his eyes were closed."Good morning, My Lord" I greeted with a bow and his eyes fluttered open."I'm disappointed in you. I'm here getting weaker and sicker and you had no intentions of coming to see how I was doing?" He asked glaring at me.Geez!He talks too much🙄"I'm sorry. I was just tired from standing up through out yesterday" I replied pouting."You could have told me you were tired of standing up" He sneered
(8 years later)The bright light from the sun reflected on the long white limousine which had the royal family inside. The car was speeding along the smooth hills of Euphoris."Mom, can I please wear your crown?" Kian - Dawn's first son asked removing the one on his head.Dawn sighed and reached for the gold crown on her own head and handed it to him. He collected the crown and right before he could place it on his head, Kyle - his younger twin brother pounced on him dragging for it."I wanna wear mom's crown too!!" He screamed and Dawn made a grimace."Stop it, you two!" She rasped and gave up immediately; She knew they wouldn't listen to her. Its their father they fear the most.Xenia sat across on her own sit together with Crystal - Dawn's little girl. She's five years old and is another version of Xenia.They're both the matured ones unlike K
(Next Morning) Dawn👑"Everything's all set and Caroline has left to go get Raphael. We have to start going" I rasped trying to zip up the dress I wore.My baby bump was getting in the way for the clothe to pull together. Xenia was on the bed playing a game with my phone while King Lee was behind me fixing his hair.He helped me pull up the zipper and the dress was finally fitted. Thank goodness it isn't too tight. I'd pass out before we get there."Alright let's go! Come on Xenia" I said taking her hand. She climbed down from the bed and we left the room together.King Lee wasn't I such a good mood so I tried not to get him more upset.He has been dead quiet since we woke up this morning. He might be angry about Tristan. I know I shouldn't have told him!We got to the hall which was a wonderful sight with sophisticat
Dawn's pov..."Its nothing. I'm fine" I replied feeling a bit febrile. He walked slowly to where I was and took my hands."You don't need to worry. After I get back from the meeting, I won't be going anywhere else through out this week. We'll spend lots of time together, huh?".I stood up and embraced him tightly. His hands wrapped around my waist and we cuddled ourselves for some minutes."I'll be back and stay out of trouble. I wouldn't want anything to happen to the twins" He teased with a wink.I gasped."Don't you dare wish that for me. I can't possibly have twins!" I panicked and he chuckled."With all the make outs and more rounds you've been asking for? There's definitely gonna be twins growing in there" He smirked.I hugged him again brimful of smiles. The exciting thoughts of having a child for the king. What more could I
Tristan🔱My eyes pierced into the short bottle of whiskey and it seemed to stimulate me the more. Cheers to my failure!I uncapped the bottle and brought it closer to my lips. I gulped all the bitter strong content at once that it started to wear me out. I tossed the bottle out of the window.That's the third bottle I'm taking today. I know its wrong for guards to be drinking on the job but right now...I don't give a d**n!*Tristan! Tristan!!* A familiar voice yelled from out in the room.I stood up from the toilet seat and wiped my lips with the back of my palm."I'm here!" I shot out stonily and stepped out of the toilet.There was a figure leaning by the door and his hands crossed. I know that figure - I can never forget the jerk that keeps lecturing me to emulate my cousin's virtues."You've been working here for a long time, Tr
King Lee"Seriously Dawn?! I've been away for two weeks and that's all you can say?" I asked glaring at her."Oh...I'm sorry honey. But I suddenly felt like the cologne on your shirt is too much. It smells" She replied making a grimace."You're so annoying!" I grunted and started pulling off my shirt. I was now shirtless and the gold chain dangled on my neck.Dawn ran her hands around my chest and I just gazed into her beautiful face.She's added so much weight because of the baby."Are you tired? I think I want you right now" She whispered with her eyes glued to my half n*ked body."Are you kidding me?? A while ago, you called me smelly and now you want me?" I asked rolling my eyes.She sniffed and lowered her head.Here we go with her fake tears."I thought you loved me...and now you don't even wanna hel
(Wedding day) DawnI was hoping the castle would be filled up and occupied with a huge crowd from the whole kingdom and afar but no - it was just people with important positions and the wealthiest families.The royal priest had done the first wedding rituals and we said our vows and wore the rings. It was time for the proper ball and luckily, much things weren't required from me.Mom was here dressed so ravishing and shimmering her gold gown. Caroline posed as the bride's maid and Xenia as the little bride.I never for once sat down and thought about me getting married some day. And now its happening in such a way that surprises me.There were so much gift presented by the guests and Caroline was in charge of putting them away from the hall.It was finally time for the King and I to take our first dance together, befor
Dawn👑I bumped into King Lee on my way to the throne room. He looked happy and I told him about Xenia."Let's go then. She needs to start letting the maids feed her. I won't be around all the time" He mumbled as we strolled to her room together."She's still sad about her mom leaving. She can't stop being moody and perturbed" I said worriedly."She'll get over it. You can help her, Dawn. You're her second mom, right now"."I realized. How's your mother? She barely comes out of her room after the day she spoke in court" I recalled."She's used to being indoors so that's virtually her business" He replied coldly.I opened the door to Xenia's room and we entered. She sat on the bed quietly.There's no doubt she's going through something. She's being disturbed emotionally."Hey princess" King Lee called and knelt beside her on
Alicia🔱I opened my eyes slowly and realized I was at the hospital. The machinery and everything. Oh God! Why do I feel a bit empty around my lower abdomen.I was worn out and felt weak. Too weak to sit up or do anything. I can't believe I survived the torture earlier. I'm still alive after the pains and bleeding.I don't want to leave this beautiful world yet. So, I'm really grateful that I made it all.There was some wires and strings attached to my body and a thin transparent line placed across my face.The door opened afterwards and a doctor walked in accompanied with two nurses."Good morning, queen Alicia. You should be grateful that the surgery went well and we were able to save your life" The man said and scribbled something on the paperboard he was holding.I gulped and tried to recover my voice. My throat was a bit sore and stung
~~~ MORNING ~~~~~ Dawn's povMy eyes opened and scanned the first image I saw. It was him - staring at me.I yawned before sitting up on the bed.I can't believe I slept off last night and without having dinner.How insecure of me.He also sat up and kissed me on my left cheek.I gazed down feeling uncomfortable. I told him about the baby. I actually had the urge to do it.Oh goodness!"Won't you kiss me back?" He asked mutely.I remained quiet for a while.I'm not sure of what next to say or do."How do you feel about the baby?" I asked in a flaccid voice."There's no word for how I feel. What else cou