Daniel's P.O.V :"Your Majesty, Her Highness must have wanted to make a good impression on you. Please don't be angry with her." As I waited for my bride to arrive, Petroka, my knight whispered into my ear for the hundredth time thinking I was angry at her. But, that wasn't the case. I was angry. True. But, not at her. No. I never could be. She is my life. My angel. My flower. I could never be angry at her. And so, I just stood there with a foolish smile on my face. Waiting patiently for her. I knew she'd come. I just didn't know when.The ministers. The nobles. The commoners. The slaves. Each one of them attending the wedding were looking at me with a gaze I've never ever been looked upon with. Pity.It was a new experience. And, I don't know if I want to experience it again. If it was her looking at me like that. I would have never felt angry. But them? They called me 'The Tryant', 'The Red Iceberg' and so many more names without knowing my true self. And yet, here they were looki
Eleanor's P.O.V Anger. It is supposed to be a natural response when you see your hard work not in the same condition you created it in. But, rather deconstructed or destroyed. But, somehow as I walked down the aisle there wasn't a hint of it on Daniel's face.No. It was just sadness and... disappointment. The gown which he had created for me with so much effort. It was nothing as he imagined it would look like on me. It had red patches all over like red flowers and blood splatters. It was hardly a white gown anymore. All in the process of reconstructing the gown I failed to protect. Daniel's first gift for me. I could have simply worn another gown. I could have followed the custom of being an angel while walking down the aisle. But, I just could not not wear the dress Daniel has made for me.I just couldn't. As I walked down the hall full of whispers straight to him. Straight to my Daniel. All I could see was him. It was as if my other senses had gone on vacation. I wonder why I
Daniel's P.O.V Disappointed? Yeah.Sad? Yeah.But, angry? No. That's not something I could ever do to her.Hate and anger for her are something that cannot blossom in my heart.As I took a sip from the glass I've been holding while sitting on my throne, staring into the distance. Eleanor's melodious voice danced it's way into my ears. "Daniel, I-" My gaze turned to her to listen to her words but fate seemingly had different plans for us as she was interrupted by Petroka. "Your Majesty, the Lord's need to greet the queen. After which we have a parade from the castle to the temple to seek the Moon Goddess's blessing. And, back to the castle for the Royal Dance and Banquet." "But, I-" Eleanor once again tried to speak up but unfortunately this time, I had to interrupt her. The Royal duties needed to be performed. I wish I could let her go back from the marriage she didn't want to be a part of. But, the choice didn't lie in my hands. If it did I could have sat down and listened to her
Eleanor's P.O.V My face flushed from nervousness as well as excitement when Daniel's hand touched mine. My brain literally stopped functioning as my face turned stiff due to function overloading. My heart felt like it could burst open any moment. As for me? My outer appearance must have been stiff but my soul was floating and enjoying it's vacation on cloud nine.My entire brain was in a mush as I watched people walking to our little family. Bowing and then leaving. A soft sigh left my lips at this boring arrangement as I fixed a smile on my lips and started counting sheep in the back of my head.One sheep.Two sheep.Three sheep. Four shee...My eyes started to feel drowsy as the number continued to grow. Fuck this! Just how many people are there left to greet!? I wanna sleep in Daniel's arms.One hundred and twenty sheep.One hundred and twenty one sheep.One hundred and twenty two sheep.One hundred and twenty three sheep.One hundred and twenty four sheep.One hundred and twent
Daniel's P.O.V We walked to the carriage as I carried Danielle lovingly in my arms while walking beside an Eleanor who was so lost in her thoughts ever since she met the Baron couple."Dad! The white horse is so pretty!" Danielle jumped in my arms at the sight of the white horse attached to the wedding carriage. As entire of Eleanor's body vibrated in shock as she was pulled out of her thoughts by Danielle's excited voice."Yes, it is, angel," I smiled at Danielle's enthusiasm, thankful for the distraction from the heavy atmosphere around me and Eleanor.We approached the carriage as the coachman opened the door for us. I gently placed Danielle inside, making sure she was comfortable before taking my seat beside her.Eleanor sat across from us, her eyes still glued to the Baron couple as they bid their farewells to the other guests before getting into their carriage to join the parade. I could see some kind of conflict in her eyes. But, my mind just couldn't decide how to ask her ab
Eleanor's P.O.V "Your Majesty?" An irritating voice crossed my ears as I spun around to find that the owner of the awfully familiar irritating voice was none other than Lady Kiera. Acting like a white lotus. "What's the matter, Lady Keira?" Daniel's eyes were fixated on her heaving face as he gently asked her the reason for interrupting.The tone of his voice made me wonder if she was some sort of fragile."That... That... Your Majesty, I..." Lady Kiera stammered, her face growing redder as she struggled to get her words out."Just spit it out, Lady Keira," I said impatiently, not in the mood to play her games."Your Majesty, I was wondering if I could have a word with you in private?" she asked, her eyes pleading with mine.I raised an eyebrow, not liking the sound of that. What could she possibly want to talk to me about in private?"Lady Keira, my wife and I are getting late for the ritual. If there's anything please say it here. We need to reach back to the castle for the banqu
Daniel's P.O.V Spicy.That's what Eleanor's attitude was back in the temple before the ritual. Somehow, I just couldn't bring myself to jump in the fight she was enjoying fighting so much. I could see it in her eyes which sparked with life. Just like the moment when I had laid my eyes on her.How can someone be so innocent yet so dangerous as well as alluring?I don't know. But, she definitely was all three at the same time. Her confidence and fearlessness were admirable. She had a certain charm that made her stand out from the crowd.I couldn't help but be drawn towards her, her energy infecting me infecting me like insect. It was like she had this invisible force that pulled me towards her.I watched as she fought like a warrior against Keira with her words and her knowledge as her weapon. Her moves were precise and calculated, her focus in which she enforced her way of thinking unbreakable. She had this intense aura around her that made everyone else fade away in comparison.When
Eleanor's P.O.V I pulled the covers over my snoring daughter as I got up from the bed and switched off the lamp.The moonlight fell on her pretty face lightning it up. I couldn't help but smile as I watched her sleep peacefully, her breaths steady and rhythmic. I tiptoed out of her room and headed to mine.As I made my way through the quiet hallways, my thoughts drifted back to the day's events. Specifically the fight with Keira and Daniel supporting me.It had surprised me, to say the least. I never expected him to stand up for me, especially since him and Keira had been friends like forever. However, I was just a mate who was bestowed by Moon Goddess and kept causing restlessness and trouble. The mate who just hated him in his head for hiding the truth that could have broken us apart even before we began. But there something in his eyes. A spark. That seemed be the love he held for me, no matter the hell I put him through.And, that spark just seemed impossible to be put out.I co
Eleanor's P.O.V We rode on the horse for approximately two hours before we arrived at Henry's castle where the guards opened the gates, letting the four of us in.From under the hood of my cloak, I watched a young lady run in our direction followed by a man and a woman.Daniel dismounted the horse, gently picking up Serphy and placing her on the ground as I did the same with Rayn."Dad! You're here!" The young lady screamed as she jumped at Daniel, making him laugh as he twirled her around, placing her on the ground as she began to chatter. "I've made lots of preparations for mom's birthday this time, dad. Will she come back this year?" Danielle... My baby..."Hello, elder sister!" I watched as Serphy jumped beside Daniel, shaking Danielle up."Ummm... Hello, love. Who are you?" Danielle asked crouching down a little shocked. However, she masked it quick enough with a smile for Serphy to ever know. "I'm your little sister!" Serphy chirped as Danielle's face hardened. Danielle snap
Eleanor's P.O.V"Mom, how did the table break? And, did you cry?" Serphina asked as she walked in my direction."There's someone in the kitchen!" Rayn finally spoke after a long while, making my body grow tense as he walked in its direction."Wait! You can't go there!" I tried to stop Rayn from entering. However, instead of him, Serphina ran into the kitchen."Hey! That's the man we met in the park! Mom, why is he here?"Great! I am so screwed.I quickly rushed after Serphina, my heart pounding in my chest. As I entered the kitchen, I found Serphina pointing towards Daniel holding a glass of water in his hands."Daniel!" Couldn't this guy stay still until I sent the twins back to their room?"What!? I was hiding. It's your son's fault he found out," Daniel spoke as he placed the glass on the counter, coming out from hiding."My brother is very smart. Humph. Even if you stayed still, he would have found you out," Serphina spoke, holding her nose high as she praised her brother. "But, I
Eleanor's P.O.V "You live here?" Daniel asked, his eyes staring at the wooden cottage. "Eleanor, my children grew up here?""It's better than a castle and a luxury life with a sword hanging over their heads instead." I retorted, rolling my eyes as I stood back on my own two feet again. "Coming inside?" I asked the man staring at my house, criticizing it surely inside his head."You know the one in Black Forest is fancier than this. You should have stayed with the children there if you had to.""I didn't want them to be isolated and have no friends, Daniel.""Well, to protect all of us you decided to isolate them from their sister and me." I sighed, frustrated with Daniel's lack of understanding. "It was for their own safety, Daniel. And, yours and Danielle's as well. Do you want to come in or not?"Moon Goddess! Please help me or I might smack this man today.Daniel crossed his arms, a disapproving frown on his face as he entered the wooden cottage behind me.I locked the door once
Eleanor's P.O.V "Okay. So, we are here at The Orphanage. You can go to the park and play with the kids. I'll help the adults. Don't create trouble. Am I clear?" I looked at the twins, strictly as they looked at each other before saluting me."Yes, mom!"And, the next moment I knew, both of them were running in the direction of the park."They are so cute, Ele." Crystal said, chuckling at them, making me sigh."When you marry Eden, you can have your own pair. Let me see how cute they look to you then." I replied as I watched Crystal turn red, making me chuckle as both of us walked to the backyard of The Orphanage."Hey, Ele! Hey, Crystal!" Martha, the dean of the Orphanage and everyone else greeted me and Crystal. "Hey guys! What are you all doing?""Sewing new clothes for the orphans, Ele. Come join us!" Martha replied, motioning for Crystal and me to join the circle of the village women.I smiled and joined Martha and the other women, sitting down and grabbing a needle and thread.
Daniel's P.O.V "What do you what?" I asked the man standing in front of my horse. "You must pay up if you want to cross the forest." The man spoke in a rough voice as he withdrew his sword, holding it out.Ugh! I can fight. But, why waste time? I'm feeling very relentless. I must go visit Danielle quick and get rid of this feeling. "How much do you want!?" I asked the bald man as I stared at him."3 golds." The hell!? What a rip off! But, whatever. I got no time. Be cool, Daniel. Just pay and leave. You don't need to kill these bastards.I dipped my hand in my pocket as I pulled out three gold coins in his direction. "Can I go now!?" I demanded impatiently, holding the coins towards the man.The man sneered and quickly snatched the gold coins from my outstretched hand. "You may pass," he grumbled, stepping aside to clear a path for me and my horse.I wasted no time in urging my steed forward, eager to continue my journey. The encounter had left a sour taste in my mouth, but I coul
Eleanor's P.O.V Okay.Balloons. Check.Gifts. Check.Breakfast. Check.Flowers. Check.Birthday Cake? Oh! I kept it in the fridge so that it cools down.I walked to the fridge as I opened the door, a gust of cool air hit my face. I smiled, knowing that the cake inside would soon be the centerpiece of our celebration. I carefully took out the cake and placed it on the kitchen counter, admiring its perfectly frosted layers.The kids will be so happy. I smiled staring at the cake when my stupid subconsciousness struck me.Happy birthday to you too. Thanks. I replied as I rolled my eyes. But, my birthday is something now that doesn't exist. I'm happy my children didn't have to go through all that I experienced. Isn't it nice?You're trying to live your life through them, Eleanor. Nonetheless, smooth lie it was, wasn't it? I'm an orphan so neither do I know or celebrate my birthday. My subconsciousness retorted as my smile hit the wooden floor. There have been lots of eventful things
Daniel's P.O.V "Your Majesty, the Sapphires are the best in the Empire. The mine will be of utmost help to the Empire." My eyes stared at the fraud merchant standing in front of me as I gazed at him with icy cold eyes.Are these people stupid? They really think I wouldn't see right through their lies?"Baron Sendor. If the Sapphires are so good. Please keep the mine. I'll write the deed of the land for you personally. Remember, to pay the taxes of course. You wouldn't want your head detached from your body after all." I spoke coldly, making Baron Sendor tremble as he stared at the ground. I had dealt with enough corrupt officials and conniving businessmen to recognize when someone was trying to deceive me. Baron Sendor's attempt to sell me on the supposed value of the Sapphires was transparent and insulting.I could see the fear in his eyes as my words sank in. The threat of losing his head, a fate that had befallen many others who had attempted to deceive or betray me, was enough t
Eleanor's P.O.V "Mom! It's all Rayn's fault!" Serphina's chirpy voice rang in my ears as I stared at the twins standing in front of me drenched in mud."Rayn? Have something to say for yourself?" I crossed my arms and looked at my son, awaiting his response. Rayn, the older of the twins, seemed unfazed by the accusation. He calmly glanced at Serphina and then turned his attention back to me.He was a replica of him..."It's not entirely my fault, Mom," Rayn said, trying to defend himself as I snapped out of my thoughts. "We were playing tag near the pond, and Serphina tripped and fell in. I couldn't help it. But, I did get her out of the pond like a good brother would and didn't let her die by herself. Which I regret now because she pulled me in too."Serphina huffed, crossing her muddy arms over her chest. "That's not true, Rayn! You pushed me! So, I pulled you in."Actually, neither of them are like me. They both are little Daniels. I miss Danielle. Hic... my big baby was so cute.
Daniel's P.O.V Nervous.I was nervous as I walked back and forth in the hallway. What was I thinking? What the hell was I thinking when I let her go? I should go...No. Let's wait a moment. I'm pretty sure that Eleanor would stay. She would leave me given the chance. She wouldn't go, right?How much time has it been? Should I go back? Should I not? Should I wait a little longer?These thoughts were racing through my mind, causing my heart to pound and my palms to grow sweaty. I couldn't help but imagine a little picture in my head of me watching Eleanor walk away, her figure becoming smaller and smaller until she disappeared completely.I should go back. I should go back. She wouldn't have left. I'm just worried for no reason! Eleanor wouldn't leave me. She wouldn't. What are the odds she wouldn't leave me after all that I've done to her? What are the odds she would stay? What are the odds that when I walk into the room that she would run into my arms and hug me? What are the odd