Chapter 8 - Where Is He?My head hurts as I process what he said to me. I've hidden all my scars well; no one could see them, except the ones on my face. But they could have come from elsewhere, and no one has ever suspected they're from the long-lost abuse I endured in my marriage.Maybe it was the oath he made to me that caused this, or perhaps his hallucinations are more severe than I thought. He did vow to protect me until his last breath, so maybe that's why he's acting this way. Or am I just losing my mind and overthinking this, as I often do with my stupid trait? I huffed in annoyance as I opened the door and placed the foul chamber pot in a corner near the entrance of the room. I was afraid to venture into the passageway, just in case whoever or whatever was after him caught up to him. I certainly didn't want to become the sacrificial goat.Back in the room, he had already shifted away from the mattress, with half of his body on the ground, and only his leg lazily resting on th
Chapter 9: Nati's ProtectionIn front of the northern gate, a hooded man dressed in all black sat proudly on his black horse, waiting for someone. He possessed the features of a fine warrior, but his face remained concealed beneath his hood.With a swift movement, he dismounted his horse, landing gracefully on his feet, showcasing his muscular and well-proportioned physique. His broad chest, strong shoulders, and defined arms were on full display. Visible veins ran beneath the skin of his exposed hands. Though he exuded confidence with his straight posture and squared shoulders, his handsome but sickly-looking face gave him an unbalanced appearance as he leaned against his horse for support. This was King Treven of Nayak."Your majesty," the man's lips tightened into a thin line as Valtar, his guard, called out from a distance. Despite Valtar's warrior-like appearance, he looked like a dwarf compared to his master."I asked you not to address me that way until we get back to the palac
Chapter 10 - Finally! Annalise"Fucking!" kick"Ungrateful bastard!" another kick.I screamed into the woods in frustration, hoping no one would hear me sounding like a castrated pig. Ever since I woke up, I've been cranky and annoyed, all thanks to a certain ungrateful individual. After saving him with the priceless orb, after preventing me from having my beauty sleep, that bastard! He left without saying thanks, regardless.*Another kick,but I kicked a sharp-cornered stone, and goodness, it hurts! “Awwww”I dropped my bag as I doubled over in pain. The little bastard pierced through my already worn-out silk shoes. I removed the shoe and saw a small bruise on my big toe that looked angry enough to spread that massive pain through my body. "Fuck! When I finally get my hands on that petty Flamingo, he will have panic attacks whenever he comes in contact with pink."I took the opportunity to take a rest while my hurting toe calmed down. I removed the remaining ointment Eria packed for
Chapter 11- MeisiAnnalise Scoffed but she maintained her natural Aura around the guard. I sighed not liking where all this is leading to one bit but I remained quiet.“ If she must be brought to the palace, where do you think I'm headed to?” Annalise said pointing her fingers at the guard who swallowed shakily.“ Apologies my lady, but this is a direct order from the king. All female strangers must be brought before him” The guard replied looking down at his shoes as he shifted uncomfortably. At this point, I was seeing a whole new persona of Annalise.“ I will take her to him myself so get the hell out of my face, My carriage is waiting,” Annalise said brushing the words of the guard away. I wondered what sort of a relationship she had with the king for everyone to be like this with her. Well, she did mention that she raised him but that doesn't mean she is not a servant of the throne.She grabbed my hand and led me through the gate and my gaze landed on what lies inside Nayak for t
Chapter 12 How Dare you.Why would Nati allow him to be poisoned when his Hornets could have stung the poisoner to death before they even came close to him? Was Nati revoking his protection on him? Because he couldn't find a priestess for the temple of Natalí? Because he couldn't find his true wife? If Nati wanted him to find the true queen, he could have led him right to where the person was instead of getting enraged over things he couldn't control.*clinksThe ceramic teacup makes a loud noise as it lands on the tiled floor. The large magnificent bedroom became smaller as he struggled to breathe. His head pulses as he stares at the golden and coral decorations on the large door of his chamber. All of these and he still felt like the lowest animal on earth under Nati's mercy.Treven grunted angrily as he thought about everything. He had managed to survive Belladonna just like his great-great grandfather all thanks to the tear of Nati's wife. That could only mean one thing, his true
Chapter 13 - Find My Daughter.Her eyes gave nothing as she heard his cold tone. She had just given birth to his son, he should at least show her his warm side. She had thought but his Aura told her she was wrong. Out of all his consorts, she prided herself as the most beautiful, she had a small round face, thinly carved eyebrows, a thin pointed nose, and a set of plum red lips that stood out against her milky White skin. She had fairly big breasts that she wasn't ashamed of flaunting in her sleeveless blouses. Only the queen wears sleeved blouses but there wasn't one yet and that led her to believe she had the right to wear one.She was married into the royal harem at the age of sixteen six years ago, two years after the reign of King Treven as his first royal Consort but he paid her no attention and he hardly visited the harem, he was always busy with affairs of the state or slitting the throats of his enemies and paid no woman any attention. She was the daughter of a noble family
Chapter 14 - Natalí.“ Who is Meisi?” I asked as Annalise opened the inner door to the temple for me. We stepped in and I took a moment to admire the beauty of the interior. The inside was decorated with paintings depicting the magnificent Aura of the revered Goddess. They seemed to be telling a story, my mouth was lightly opened as I took in the marvelous sight in front of me.Apart from the appealing sight, the temple calms me. I had the feeling of being home after traveling around for years, it was comforting and welcoming. I could get lost in its warm embrace.“ A nasty piece of work if you ask me.” Annalise's voice brought me back from my thoughts. Her words left a bitter aftertaste in her throat, she squeezed her face like she just swallowed bile. This person must not have a good reputation with Annalise.“ The first consort of the king, she is the only one who bore him a child, and that makes her feel some sort of important” She explained and a frown etched itself on my face i
Chapter 15- Three consorts“ Marilyn!” He yelled immediately he entered my Chambers glaring at me with fire in his eyes. I dropped the piece of jewelry in my hands as I stood up from my vanity chair immediately in fear wondering what it was I had done this time around. The rage in his eyes was like a fiery volcano increasing my heartbeat as he stepped closer to me. Yes, another beating, and the worst part? Even if I tried, I wouldn't be able to escape it.*Smack!A slap, hot and loud landed straight on my face. I thought my neck would break from the intensity and was surprised it never did under that much pressure. I wished he would just beat me to death or kill me faster to end all my sufferings but we all don't get our wishes granted, do we? No! And that is why I'm at his mercy. To slap and punch until he gets satisfied.“ You? What did you tell me the last time we made love?!” He dragged me closer to him and shouted in my ears. Oh, I see where all the trouble stemmed from. I had pr