Chapter 115Esme's POVWe arrived at Diane's chambers in no time, "wait here" I instructed Odelia and knocked on the huge mahogany door before me."Come in" Diane's calm voice called from inside.I pushed the door open and walked in to see her standing on the window side, her back against me. She turned to face me, a faux smile on her face.I curtsied respectfully, "Your Majesty""Please sit" she returned, gesturing towards a vacant seat in the room. I walked towards it as she carried a tray of tea to join me, "Tea?" She asked as she tilted the jug to pour some into the teacups.My eyes narrowed suspiciously at her, is she trying to poison me now?"Don't even think about it Esme, I can't do anything rash, especially after Silvan's warnings. Besides, he knows I sent for you so poisoning you will only put me in more trouble" she uttered with a sigh.I nodded slightly as she poured some for me before filling her cup too."Drink up, it's made from ginseng, I made sure to add enough honey
Chapter 116Silvan’s POVI decided to call Doran on my way back to my side of the palace. I needed to hear updates they had, concerning the culprit as regards the Director's case.As planned earlier, Arresting those two was just a scheme to distract the human government from knowing about our existence while we focused on finding the main culprit behind the attack.Esme had woken up long before now, she had also gone to see my mother and according to the Shadow guard I placed to keep an eye on her for her safety, she had just returned to the room.I missed her already and since I was done with my royal duties for the day, I decided to return to her warm embrace.Doran picked up almost instantly"Alpha, I was about to call" he uttered with a sense of urgency.My brows creased, "What's going on, Doran?" I asked, my voice was calm and collected.Doran took a deep breath to calm down too, "We've been researching the case of the Director's attack as instructed. All fingers still point to t
Chapter 117Silvan’s POVI met up with Paul the next morning after I had spoken with the shadow guard who revealed that to add to Esme's activities yesterday, she hid behind the wall on her way back from my mother's chambers, listening to some maids talk about her and her inability to possess any Lycan powers.Unfortunately, he wasn't able to provide the identity or the names of the maids in question since he could only view them from behind.I would have loved to teach them a lesson to keep their slippery tongues in check when it comes to my mate and my affairs in the empire."How is Sophie?" I asked Paul who gave me a lopsided stare."Worried about her now?""Just answer the question Paul" I returned coldly and sensing that I was in no mood for jokes, he cleared his throat."I haven't seen Miss Sophie for some time now. If you want, I can go see her after now to know how she is faring""No, let's go together" I stated and he bowed in acceptance. "What have you found about instances
Chapter 118Esme's POVIt’s been days since Ira spoke to me and my anxiety has been at its peak. Every day, I call out to her but get no response in return. Coupled with the side talks of the servants about my inabilities, I was scared of what the outcome would be if Ira was truly gone.I didn’t need to be told that if on the coronation day, my Lycan wasn’t back, I would be regarded as a degenerate and won’t be eligible to be Luna. Even the love I and Silvan share will not be enough to convince the people.I needed to have my lycan back, even if I do not have any power or ability, it is better than being a total degenerate. Besides, not having Ira back will only mean that I have lost to Diane and every other member of the Lycian Empire who doesn’t wish me, Queen and wife to Silvan.I decided to let Silvan know of my fears once again as regards Ira’s absence but before then, I resolved to help in preparing dinner. Odelia stood not very far from the door when I stepped out of the ro
Chapter 119Esme's POVI opened my eyes the next morning to see that I was still in Silvan's arms. I blushed shyly as the urge to touch his long lashes and rub his flawless face nudged at me.Instead, I snuggled into his chest more and he held me even tighter. It feels so peaceful in his arms, I wanted to remain here forever."Urgh, it feels like I've been sleeping for years" I heard someone groan in my head and stirred slightly.Wait, in my head? I sprung out of bed with my eyes open, "Ira?"Silvan sat up too, his eyes filled with concern as every atom of sleep fled from his eyes."Ira?" I called again, "Is that you?" "Yes, it's me, were you expecting another?" Her snarky voice replied and I involuntarily jumped on Silvan who instinctively held me in place."She's back! Ira is here!" I exclaimed in joy pulling him in a big hug.He returned the hug, a smile tugging at the corners of his lips. I could feel our bond reigniting as our Lycans joined once again. Ira couldn't be happier
Chapter 120Esme's POVWe both fell on the bed tiredly, drenched in our sweat with a satisfied smile dancing on our faces. Silvan pulled our interlocked hands to his lips and kissed my knuckles lovingly, his eyes fixed on mine."That was amazing, Thank you princess" he uttered with a flirtatious wink. My cheeks turned a deep shade of red as I shyly bit my lips. He hovered over me and kissed my lips deeply."I love it when you bite them" he uttered huskily as he lay back down, referring to my lips."What are your plans for today?" I asked, trying to divert from the conversation which was starting to have an effect on my body."Well, I have about two hours before the morning court, how about we do something fun before the time?" Silvan returned, a boyish grin on his handsome features."What do you have in mind?" I asked, curiosity laced in my tone. "I was thinking of showing you around, sort of like a tour around the kingdom. I would love to show you my favorite places in the empire"
Silvan’s POVI could see Esme's hesitation to leave but we needed to go after all. It was already past two hours and the morning court needed to be held, hence the necessity of leaving.I hugged her from behind while kissing her nape lovingly as she washed the dishes in the kitchen sink. "I promise, we will be back" I promised her. Esme nodded in understanding and I left her to gather our items so that we could leave.After some minutes, we left the penthouse. the excitement she felt while coming was very different from now, she just kept looking out the window as we made our trip back to the empire."Can I come along?" She requested politely as we came down from the car."No princess, I can handle it" I returned and kissed her forehead before hurrying out and into the meeting hall still in the outfit I wore."Alpha" they greeted in unison."What's going on?" I asked almost impatiently, settling on my seat. The members of the council exchanged glances and I sighed heavily."I apologi
Chapter 122Esme's POVSilvan hurried off after placing a single kiss on my forehead, I frowned as I watched his disappearing figure, wishing he would be back soon.A single tap on my shoulder seemed to bring me back to reality, I turned around to see Lois smiling at me."Hey" I grinned in excitement, pulling her in a hug but I could feel her body tense against mine. I pulled out of the hug still grinning widely."Good morning, My lady" she greeted."It's Esme" I corrected jokingly, it felt weird to hear her address me with such respect. Lois is more like a good friend than a subordinate."How have you been Lois?" "Very well my lady, I'm happy to see you""Same here. Are you free? What do you say we hangout now?" I offered in excitement but she shook her head negatively."No, My lady, I have to attend the council meeting""Oh, that's right" I mumbled under my breath, my smile faltering into a small frown."Esme" Lois called my name but in a panicked tune, "there's something you need