Viktor POV I didn’t know what to say as I sat next to the woman I named my slave. For the first time, I smiled at her. And I could tell she was shocked, but she never brought it up. “I would like it if you came back with me to my chambers,” I said out of nowhere. She didn’t even look at me as she replied. “Yes, Master.” She said. Her replies sometimes felt.. unnatural. Like she was just answering what she thought she wanted me to hear. But I guess that’s how slaves are supposed to be. With her though.. it bothered me. I let her have a few more moments of silence in the sun. The little ducklings following their mother in a straight line seemed to amuse her. She had the faintest smile on her face as she watched them go by. “Did you have ducks at your home?” I asked. “No. Fath-.. father didn’t like them.” She said as she looked down. I could tell that whatever she experienced in her life with him had troubled her deeply. I didn’t like it at all. I knew of her scars. I’ve seen them
Violette POV I was out of words when he kissed my shoulder so gently. I didn’t think he was the kissing type.. especially not for me. I felt his eyes dig into my back like a whip. It made my skin feel like it was on fire. My core began throbbing with need.. but there was no way I would be taken on the desk. Not even if it was a completely different one. The idea of him and her.. seared into my brain and there was no ridding myself of it.I knew the bed wasn’t an option. At this point, I’d rather be taken on the floor than the desk. At least then I’d have a soft rug under me instead of the wood of the desk digging into my skin. My eyes wandered out of his office and landed on the part of his bed that was visible. I knew he would never.. but the need to was unreal. I couldn’t even explain it. My heat must be back.. back with a vengeance. And I knew he knew it. There’s not a chance he didn’t. Of course he’d ask me to join him in his chambers so that he could seduce me. What else wou
Violette POV I jumped up, looking around frantically.. I was drenched in sweat, my heart racing in my chest. Memories from last night filled my mind. I covered my mouth as I gasped.. looking around to see that I was completely alone in Master's bed. No..His bed.. Light flooded in through the window, it is definitely midday. I listened closely, making sure there were no other sounds other than my heartbeat. And when I knew for sure, I slipped out of the covers and dropped my feet onto the cold floor. I looked down, realizing I was still completely naked. Goddess.. what have I done? My eyes ran across the room when I saw my gown still on the floor of his office. I quickly walked across the room, entered the office, and picked it up. When I stood up, the grey door came into sight and I realized it was slightly cracked. I sighed as I walked over to it, placing my hand on the doorknob and hesitating for a split second before closing it. No way will I risk breaking a rule today. I
Violette POV I followed Master to his chambers. Before we even reached the door, Loren opened it and Master stood to the side, waiving me to go on before him. That’s.. different. Master stepped into the room behind me and the door closed. “You didn’t make the bed.” He said plainly. I pinched my lips together as I looked at it. The blanket lay messily on the mattress, the pillows flat and sunken. “I.. didn’t think you’d want me to,” I said. “Why not?” He asked as he walked around me. He walked over to the bed and began making it. “Rule number 5,” I said it as if it was the most obvious thing in the world. “Oh.” He replied. I took a deep breath and watched him. His dress shirt clung tightly to his muscles, his hair was neatly combed on his head. Dear Goddess.. what am I doing? I can’t be checking him out right before he kills me! After he’d finished making the bed he walked into his office, taking a seat at his desk, and sighing. “How do you feel?” He asked. I took a few steps
Viktor POV “You changed desks..” Minerva said. “Oh, yeah. I’d forgotten about that.” I said. But that was a lie. I hadn’t forgotten it, because it was a big deal. To Violette, anyway. “Why?” She asked. I could tell it upset her, but I won’t bother to explain myself. It’s not any of her business. Even though she asked, I felt she knew the reason why. Because she started something with my slave and not only did it hurt Violette, but it infuriated me. “Because I can.” I said. She nodded her head and sighed. “Right.” She whispered in a displeased tone. “Minerva, if there’s something you want to say, just say it.” I said. “There’s nothing. I was just curious.” She said. She walked behind me and placed her hands on my shoulders and began rubbing them. “You’ve been extra busy this week..” she said. “Yeah, there’s been a lot to do. Thankfully, I haven’t had to worry about the war with Arthur for a bit. I’ve been trying to fix what my cousin fucked up.” I said as o glared at the pape
Violette POV “Oh my Goddess! You marked each other? That’s wonderful, Lillian!” I said. She showed off her mark with pride and I was so excited for her. “Did hit hurt?” I asked. I’d always been so curious as to how a marking felt. Unfortunately in my case, it seems that may never be in my future.. Honestly though.. I was beginning to feel okay with that. “Kind of.. but it was a good hurt, if that makes sense. And, I may or may not have marked him first..” she said. I threw my hand over my mouth and giggled. “Lillian! Who would have thought?” I asked. Her face was so red from embarrassment but I thought it was hilarious. I pulled her in for a tight hug. My best friend is the happiest I’ve ever seen her.. it’s the most amazing thing in the world. “I’m so happy for you, Lillian.. you have no idea.” I pulled back and smiled a big, toothy smile at her. “Thank you.” She said softly. Before I could say anything else I fell to my knees on the floor in pain. “Princess?” She asked. I cr
Viktor POV We both enjoyed the silence as we looked at each other. Her fever was high.. higher than its ever been, so she really needed the rest. I’d asked Beatrice why it was so high.. she said that not mating with her mate was making her best act up and get worse. Top that with her mare being an unfaithful bastard and we’re left with a sick Violette.It didn’t take her very long to fall asleep. My eyelids were heavy and my body was exhausted.. I should go to my chambers but I couldn’t bring myself to go. I stood up and walked to her desk. Everything was neatly placed in certain spots on it. I saw a stack of papers from her writing.. I looked back at her, listening to her breathing and heartbeat, and when I realized she was truly asleep.. my hands wandered to the papers. These are her thoughts.. her words. And even as personal as they may be, it killed me to not know what was going through her mind. Maybe these would give me some insight. I wondered what she wrote about. I took
Violette POV “Good morning, Violette.” Beatrice woke me up. I looked around the room and to my dismay, Master had left just like he’d said. “Good morning.. Ms. Beatrice.” I said with a small smile. I was upset but I wouldn’t let her know that. “Today will be a fun day, indeed. The kingdom is having its annual light show. You will not be working in the castle, but instead helping with decorations outside.” She in a cheerful tone. “Light show?” I asked. I’d never heard of that before. “Oh.. sometimes I forget you’re not from here. Every year on this day we do a light show. People from the towns come in and picnic in the dark while fireworks get shot off.” She said. That brought a true smile to my face. “I’ve never seen fireworks,” I said. “You will love it, then.” She clapped her hands together excitedly. “The king arranged for this gown. You’re to be bathed, and your hair done, then we will eat before time to start the decorations.” She said. I quickly planted my feet on the gr