The Warrior’s Bride
Fareeda wondered what all the noise was at the front of the cabin. She hoped her father had not upset the neighbours again. He always seemed to be looking for trouble everywhere, maybe that was the real reason nobody came for her hand, who knew? He would always blame it on her instead.
She gathered the remaining seeds in the little basket and made her way inside. She would take the rest to the land tomorrow.
Fareeda was glued to her feet when she saw the carriage that had the royal symbol. She almost fainted on the spot. What was the carriage doing here?
“Fareeda! Fareeda!” She heard her father call, and she ran to his voice once she got out of the trance.
The Warrior’s Bride. Prince Amir felt as if a breath had been stolen from his throat before he turned. Azim was his cousin. They were close in age, but he was older and he lived in his mother’s tribe. “Father, you cannot do that. “ Prince Amir said, covering the distance to his father’s throne. “I can do what I see fit. Amir, I am not punishing you but as a King you will need to learn how to defend yourself. There are enemies in every corner. I will watch the head of warriors train with the warriors and Bashir’s men. I will decide which is better for you. “ King Aladdin said and his son knew not to argue with him. “If anything you should blame your mother for making you this way. Sh
The Warrior’s Bride chapter 5“I will not steal that from the Prince. It will kill him to see me rule with Fareeda beside me. “ Alexander added. “That is not for you to decide. “ The King said, looking at his son. It took his breath away. He knew without a doubt that this was his son. So brave. “You will make a fine ruler. ““That role is already reserved for the Prince. I will not put myself, my mother, or my wife in danger. “ Alexander said. “Or you. “ King Aladdin only covered the distance between them and pulled his son in a firm hug. He was too happy to even argue with the boy. Alexander returned
The Warrior’s Bride Fareeda yawned as she rolled on the bed. The first thing she realised when she opened her eyes was that she wasn’t in her room. She was naked under the sheets. She never slept without any clothes on. She sat up as she realised everything that happened yesterday. She was now Alexander’s wife. A smile made its way to her face as she remembered what took place at night. She would have never guessed that was what husbands and wives do. He had kissed every single part of her body and she loved it. A gasp left her lips as Anna walked into the room. Fareeda brought the sheets up all the way to her chin. “I was going to say you have been asleep for a while. “ Anna said, smiling at the
The Warrior’s Bride. Fareeda walked out of the room slamming the door so it made a loud sound. She passed the back door and sat outside as she tried to stop her tears. This was the first time Alexander had ever raised his voice. Why was it so hard for him to understand where she was coming from?Once she was done, she met Anna in the kitchen staring at her sadly. She had heard them arguing. Anna smiled sadly at the girl before she pulled her into her arms. “It will be fine dear. “ Anna whispered into her ear. “He will not let me see my father and my father will die alone. He is the only parent I have. “ Fareeda explained herself.
The Warrior’s Bride. King Aladdin looked at his son. The Prince. Each day that passed his son was getting better and better. He watched how they trained. He could see the tension between both his sons, but he was glad Alexander was ignoring his spoiled son. They were a few months apart, but Alexander still showed signs of being the older one. King Aladdin was glad when he saw they went on break. He called for Amir. “Father, I didn’t see you there. You have been here everyday. “ Amir said, looking at his father. He had realised overtime that working on the field was not anything like he thought. “Yes. I am here to watch you. I’m very glad you’re doing well. “ King Aladdin said, looking proudly at his son.
The Warrior’s BrideFareeda stared at her father. He was doing well now. He woke up late in the afternoon and he was able to lift himself off the bed. He was even talking to her and he was being his rude self again. Some things could not just change. She had not returned home since Alexander left her here and she was even afraid to do so. She wondered what Anna would think of her now. She was a bad excuse of a wife and she knew it. “Have you finally decided to leave that poor excuse of a husband?” Bakir asked his daughter from where he sat. He was still angry at her. He had lost some money by paying people he was owing and he had more people he was owing. “Father, don’t speak about him that way. He has done nothing, but help u
The Warrior’s Bride. Fareeda stared at her mother in law. She had been awake since the seventh hour in the morning, and it was shocked her that her mother in law who always managed to wake up when the day was still dark, slept until it was almost noon. Fareeda was just preparing to visit her husband at the training grounds. She had made his favorite drink and she decided she would take it to him. It was not common for women to visit the training grounds, but she was missing him more than normal today. “Fareeda! You are back! Oh I missed you that night you spent away. Alexander was just too gloomy to be around. Tell me how does your father fair?” Anna said in a rush as she took in her daughter in law. She
The Warrior’s Bride chapter 11The walk home was not long for Fareeda. Her father’s words left her confused. She knew he was only saying that because she ended up with Alexander, but deep down she knew he felt like she was the reason her mother died. Sometimes she thought he was always so harsh towards because of her mother. She knew she should not be giving any excuses for her father being right, but today he sounded unlike himself. He sounded like a sad man, someone who was in mourning. It hurt to hear him that way. She wondered if her father ever loved her. Fareeda pushed those thoughts away from her mind. She wanted her home- she and Alexander’s home- to be her happy place. She didn’t want to have any sad or bothersome thoughts there. She was not entirely exhausted after the day’s work, but she was feeling a bit tired.
The Warrior’s Bride Last Chapter. It was exactly seven days after the birth of Farrah. The Assan tribe was in great joy as they prepared for the feast of her birth and naming. Fareeda stood beside Alexander as they watched her father, Bakir, King Aladdin and Queen Anna gushed at Farrah who was sleeping peacefully. “She already has them wrapped around her little fingers. Your father especially he would do anything she demands,” Fareeda murmured to him. “Yes, she does. How could not she?” Alexander said thinking about how she also had him too. “It has only been a week yet I miss your touch,” Fareeda whispered to him now.
Alexander saw the look of discomfort make it’s way to Fareeda’s face again as he helped her into the carriage. He was beginning to get worried. “My love, are you sure you don’t want to rest today? I can sense your discomfort and I do not want anything happening to you,” Alexander said to her. “No Alexander I am fine. Thank you for caring for me. I love you,” she said sweetly caressing his face. “Let me make sure everyone else is prepared,” he said kissing her hand before he left. Fareeda took a deep breath tightening her arm around her swollen belly. She had only gotten little sleep throughout the night as the pain continued frequently. She shrugged it off as nothing though.
The Warrior’s Bride “My love I am fine now. I have gained my strength. I have stayed in the room ever since we returned. I need to go outside,” Fareeda murmured to Alexander hugging him from behind. He had just come out from the washroom after bathing himself. He just returned from the Abdul-azeez tribe. The Assan and Abdul-azeez tribe were now friendly neighbors. They were helping rebuild and some of the men now trained with them. Fareeda stared at his bare chest when he turned to face her before she looked into his eyes. A frown made its way to her face even before he spoke. “My love, it is better you rest for the child’s sake. Last week’s events were too hectic for the child. The healer and Queen Mariam said you should get all the rest you need as you will be birt
The Warrior's Bride“King Aladdin did not go against the treaty. I assure you. He is as surprised as you were,” Fareeda said looking at the Prince Abu. Just then, a maiden brought in a meal for her and she could not control the growl from her belly. She was really hungry. She didn’t know if it was safe for her to eat here. “Enjoy your meal,” Prince Abu said about to leave when she grabbed his hand. “I’m sorry but please listen to me,” Fareeda started releasing his hand immediately. “I swear on my life, Wallah, the King is not responsible. Please let’s stop the bloodshed. A lot of lives have already been lost,”Fareeda said with tears in her ey
The Warrior’s Bride Fareeda opened her eyes as a moan left her lips. She was alone in a small room that were smelled very unfamiliar. She felt her stomach turn before she heaved into a bowl beside the makeshift bed she was on. “She has woken, your highness,” An unknown emasculine voice said from outside the room. Immediately, someone entered and paused in their tracks staring at her. Fareeda held onto her belly unknowingly as a she looked at this man. He looked young and of high status with the clothes he was donned. “I don’t belong here,” Fareeda said after the long silence. &nb
The Warrior’s Bride Queen Habiba looked at the maiden she was talking to. The little maiden had just been hired in the palace and she had requested her presence. She wanted to see what the girl was capable of. “What is your name?” Queen Habiba asked the young girl. “Samirah,” Samirah replied, looking into the Queen’s eyes. Her eyes held no emotion as she eyed Samirah. This woman looked very beautiful. She was dressed in the most expensive material from what Samirah could see, but what else would she expect from a Queen of her status. “You are very lucky to be my handmaiden. If you are good enough, you will enjoy a lot of luxuries. Are you ready fo
The Warrior’s Bride It had been a week since Fareeda and Alexander began staying in the palace. Fareeda was shocked at the change. Everyone was always offering to do something for her. Once a young lady even asked if she could help her bathe and dress. Fareeda was shocked at that and she rejected the offer. Her mother in law, Queen Anna, was still showing how things work around in the palace and she was keeping her company. It was nice to be with a lot of people. Still, she had not spoken to Queen Habiba at all. It was like the woman never came out of her room and she didn’t even bother checking up on Fareeda. Fareeda was not too bothered about it though. Just then, Fareeda saw Abdul talking to one of the guards as she walked leisurely around the garden. She beckoned him with her hand and he came to her smiling. The palace was so
The Warrior’s Bride. Fareeda woke up with a start. She blinked her eyes as her vision began to clear. She stared at the ceiling for a brief moment, admiring the artwork above her head. The ceiling was also very high for it to be her cabin. Her heart skipped a beat. Where was she? She immediately sat up, looking around. Has she been kidnapped? “Oh Allah!” Fareeda said out loud to herself. She could remember being in Alexander’s arms. “My dear..” Anna said, coming into the room. She walked in with the healer and Fatima in tow. “Mother..” Fareeda said, she was about to get off the bed.
The Warrior’s Bride “My love, seeing you on the bed like that makes me want to stay home,” Alexander said as he got ready to go training. It was odd for Fareeda to be awake at this time, but nonetheless she lay on the bed, using her elbows to prop herself. The sheets only managed to cover her chest, as her right leg was completely naked for his eyes only. Fareeda giggled, good heartedly. She was not going to beckon him to stay. He had stayed for a week more and she knew he needed to be on the field with the other men. “Go. I’ll be here when you return,” she said smiling at him. “Now, remember what I said. I don’t want you lifting a finger in this cabin.” Alexander said, getting on the bed and leaning ove