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Will Bear the Moon Friends departure
*Hidi*The farewell party was small, but Hidi wasn’t too surprised. If not for the cold, the court would have been pretty much deserted. With the coronation over, most had departed back to their estates, a sad sight to see as Hidi enjoyed the parade of men.It's not that Ana even thinks about these things, though. But that only makes it funnier. Hidi had to muse over how many worked so hard only to return with nothing.There are a few who’ve stayed. Hidi noted the Sir Pendwick. He was now working for King Alexander, so he had to wait.I wonder if that’s the only reason. Hidi caught the boy sneaking a stare at Ana. That alone was enough to satisfy her question. “Little Ana,” Hidi chuckled.“Did you say something?” Ana went, completely missing everything like always. “Oh, nothing.” Hidi frowned as her maid waved her hand. The carriage was packed and ready. “It seems my time to go is near.” How could she be so bored yet not want to leave? Hidi sighed. If Ana could go with me, would
Will Bear the Moon Some are Welcome
*Belinda*Instead of being out on the platform, Belinda waited inside, where it was warm. It was rare for her to be so informal. But today, she would make an exception. After putting in so much effort to dress and apply her makeup to perfection, it would only be a shame to have it all go to waste. After all, the cold, damp air would do nothing but ruin her complexion. And that was the last thing Belinda wanted anyone to see after a week's journey. But that wasn’t the sole reason. The other reason was more complicated, but Belinda quickly pushed her feelings aside as the doors opened. It was time to start the act. And Belinda was up from her throne as the first, more consequential, guest came rushing in without a pause.“Hidi, ah, you’ve come at last.” Belinda opened her arms out for the giant “Belinda!” Hidi yelled at the top of her lungs before swooping down to crush her into an embrace. “Hidi?” For a moment, Belinda winced from the pain. Hidi seemed a little too excited and had
Will Bear the Moon Is This Your Room
*Nicoli*God, he is persistent. Nicoli bit his lip. But they were almost there. “Your Majesty!?” Thomas breathed between running. “Please wait-”No way. Nicoli sped up a little more. He pulled Hidi’s hand closer as they made another turn.“Ha, this is fun!” Hidi giggled, thoroughly enjoying herself. She was grinning and not even haggard. “I love a game of tag.”“Tag?” What did she think this was?Just keep running. Nicoli decided whatever Hidi was thinking, or, better, not, it didn’t matter. He just needed to be the one to keep moving.There it is! His bedroom was now in sight. But could he get there before Thomas? “Your Majesty!?” Thomas called again just before the bump in the rug. A sharp cry ripped from his throat as he fell over.“Your Majesty?” Thomas groaned with pain. But he still tried to push himself up. “Please, let me assist-”“We’re fine!” Nicoli yelled back, taking the last steps. His hand immediately shot for the knob and pulled both of them inside.“Your majesty!”
Will Bear the Moon The First Knot
*Ana*They should both be back by now. I look out the window at the gray clouds. It's been more than a week since they've gone. And things have returned to how they were. More or less.Save a few things. “I wish it would snow here.” I smile to myself, distracted.“Ana?” “Sorry,” I quickly return to what I was doing. “As I was saying, we will patrol the route here.” “Very well, Your Empress,” Admiral Nugen nods with approval as Sir Pendwick looks at the map. “I didn’t realize you were such a strategist, Your Empress”“I am?” The comment made me open my mouth, but I quickly corrected myself.” I mean, you think so?”“I do.” Sir Pendwick goes again with a little smile. “I think you are great at it.”“Oh, do you?” Mykhol says in a tone that makes Pendwick look down.“I must say it’s not bad,” Admiral Nugen says.“How did you come up with all of this?” “I have been taking ideas from the old military journals.” “You mean you read those old tomes?” Sir Pendwick looks generally i
Will Bear the Moon Balloons & Confetti
*Nicoli*“Happy birthday, your majesty!” The room erupted in cheers. Everyone looked so happy. It was Nicoli’s birthday, and everyone seemed to be in good spirits. Even Hidi was enjoying herself.“Yes, Happy birthday!” Hidi’s voice went loud before she moved to take more wine. How does she manage to drink so much? Nicoli couldn’t keep up with her, and he had been drinking wine since he could remember.Giants are scary like that, I guess. Nicoli decided that he would never challenge her to a drinking contest.I could die. “You want some?” Hidi held out her cup, which Nicoli made a face.“I don’t want your germs.”Nicoli went to take his own as Hidi laughed and drank even more. At least Hidi was fun when she drank, unlike Someone else at the table.“My sweet boy,” His mother slurred before she finished her glass. “Another,” She motioned, and Julia moved to pour. She quickly finished it before motioning for more.“Your Majesty?” Even Julia had to raise a brow. “What, it’s a party, is
Will Bear the Moon Tangled
*Ana*“How did this go so wrong?” I barely give the last attendees a chance to settle. But it shouldn’t have taken this long. But that is a problem for another day. I make a mental note to add to a list that only seems to grow. “Your Empress, it is late,” Someone from the crowd remarks with a few disgruntled agreements. “I said, what happened?” I repeat. “You dragged us in for that?” Someone scuffs as others join in.“This is war,” Others roll their eyes, looking between them. These things happen.”“These things?” I repeat as the door opens—a flash of red darts from the door to cling to the side.Why, that’s Bruno. I watch him curiously slip from the side to crunch down behind a pillar. He thoroughly covers himself in the fixture before I see his head peek out. He peers half of his face out as if to watch.What is he doing? “I understand you are upset, but Her Empress is too sensitive. This is why women shouldn’t-”“Care to repeat that!” Admiral Nugen snaps to shut them up immed
Will Bear the Moon The Second Knot
*Bruno*Bruno stood by with the breakfast tray as he waited for the maids to move. Once again, he found the hall blocked, And He couldn’t move around them this time. They were lounging and taking up all the space. Why is everyone so talkative today? Bruno frowned slightly. It wasn’t the first time he had to stop and wait. It seemed every hall was full of gossip. Servants and Nobles alike were engrossed in the latest topic and stopped where they were to talk.It was like they forgot other people needed to use the halls. Or maybe it was the fact that no one noticed he was there. Either way, Bruno could hear everything. “Excuse me-” Bruno tried, but this time would be no different. They ignored him to talk to each other.“Did you hear about Pave?” The first maid with a big nose went to the other. “The ambush, you mean?” The diminutive manservant went to have the short-armed maid speak up.“It’s all her Empress’s fault those good men died.”“Damn-ignorant girl.” The man shook his head
Will Bear the Moon After Party
*Belinda*Belinda paused to enjoy the moment, content with herself. With Alexander back home, things were in order once more. But for how long will it last? The thought made Belinda’s lips stiffen. How long until he would come crawling back to that bitch?“Mother?” Hidi’s voice was so sweet when she said it that Belinda immediately brightened. “Did you enjoy the party?”“Why, of course,” Hidi chirped, her cheeks turning pink.” I love a party.”“Yes, and the fact you held my son's hand under the table.”“You saw that?”Belinda only smiled.“I don’t miss much when it comes to my son, dear.”“Well, like I said,” Hidi triumphantly smiled into her cup,” I love a party.”“I’m glad to hear it.” “But I need to return.” Hidi sighed before snapping her fingers for Julia. Julia made a thin smile as she took her cup. But nothing more. ” I have plans with Nicoli.”“ A date?” Belinda felt her cheeks warm with amusement. “How delightful.”“Yes, well,” Hidi didn’t hide her boastful air as she f
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Will Bear the Moon Polar
*Ana*“Cousin?” I start again finding his silence. Mykhol stiffens but his eyes remain on the door. I almost wish he would turn around and start yelling. But we just continue to stand in silence.“Are you upset?” “Does it matter?” Mykhol’s voice is so quiet that I almost miss it. “Cousin, I don’t want to fight.” I close my hands and take another moment to muster the courage. If I just explain things clearly, he won’t be upset. I’m sure if I explain myself. My reasoning, Mykhol will understand. He will understand. “Cousin, I want to explain myself.” I try again. “From a practical standpoint, you going back to school will be-”“Always so practically aren’t you?” Mykhol’s voice cuts through mine. “Almost to the point of being heartless.” His eyes are like fire. They burn and hurt as they stare down at me. “But I’m sure you’ve heard that one before, right?”I have to dart my eyes and swallow again.“Heartless?”I repeat as an awful memory resurfaces. The whispers and jarring stares
Will Bear the Moon Lamentations and Glee
*Naska*“This can’t be happening,” Naska held herself tight as she made her way down the hall. Her feet moving fast as if speed could help something if not her turmoil.It just can’t. Naska shook her head as a painful stretch ran up her chest. It was too awful.Lord Mykhol was being sent away? Just like that? A single word from that brat and he has to go?“No, it just can’t.” Naska went. How was that fair? Surely it wasn’t, right? No, it couldn’t be.He can’t just go. Lord Mykhol was well-loved in court. No one would want him gone. They loved him almost as much as Naska.But what could she do? Naska had no power here. What about someone else? Wasn’t there something to stop Ana? Someone above even her, that could say no?Anyone who could stop this cruel twist of fate? Naska racked her brain for an answer. But the only people she could think of were the same ones with her now. And they were just as inconsolable as Naska opened the door to find Lady Funda a wreck.“We can’t let this happ
Will Bear the Moon Hold Up Your Cards
*Ana*“The Military academy?!” I don’t know who is more shocked. It’s certainly the last thing I’d thought to hear today.“Now? Why?” I look to Mykhol and back to father before he plants back down. “But father-” I get an instant tap on the nose for using the wrong word. But Father winks at me before smiling. “Because Lord Mykhol said it himself, didn’t he?” Father goes and his servant Johan seems to step up.“His lordship has admitted inexperience,” Johan adds, be it more collected. “You did not finish schooling, if I am correct?” “That is-” Mykhol slightly shifts his lips as if trying to render the next word. But it never forms as someone explodes into laughter from the side. It’s Admiral Nugen, of all people. He is laughing so much that his face is pink.“The military academy?” He holds his sides still laughing. “Ah, this is too rich” Tears are in his eyes. And He continues to laugh so hard it shakes his whole body. “I can’t believe it.” He wheezes between another laugh. He seem
Will Bear the Moon Nail in the Coffin
*Ana*“Papa, you are back,” I say, stifling a yawn. It is late, even for a vampire, and it would be a lie to say I wasn’t annoyed by Admiral Nugen’s appearance at my door. But despite being tired, I can not help but be happy as I find the man in the room. At last, he is back! It’s like a dream. And as soon as my eyes find him in the room. All I want to do is rush in and hug him.But wait, I shouldn't do that. I barely collect myself in time. That is not proper.I am an Empress, now, after all. I have to be more aware of my actions. Empresses do not hug on a whim. Even if he may be my father, I must pull myself in. I am not a child anymore. So, instead, I do my best to appear calm and collected. It’s two monarchs meeting each other, after all. I need to start the practice of acting more maturely. My voice, however, despite my desires, cracks with my inner excitement. “I didn’t receive word you were coming.” In truth, I haven’t received any letters at all. From him or Nicoli for som
Will Bear the Moon The Calvarey and the Canary
*King Alexander“Your Majesty, we’re here,” Johan’s voice woke Alexander from his sleep.“Are we?”Alexander grumbled, shifting up in his seat. He blinked a few times to help adjust his sight before looking out the window to see if it was true.“How long was I asleep?” It surprised him he even could. Alexander barely slept the entire ride. He should have though, because now his eyes cursed him.“Not long,” Johan answered as the door opened. The familiar smell of sand immediately washed over them. Alexander took in a deep breath and closed his eyes nostalgically.It’s good to be back. Alexander relaxed as everything flooded back to him. Though he loved his country, something about Nochten weighed in his heart.Maybe it was because of their past, or it was Parsul’s home. But now, he had other reasons. But that twisted his stomach thinking of her.“I hope we aren’t too late.” Alexander got up first. “They’ve made themselves quite busy with me gone.”But it was better to know this now. Ale
Will Bear the Moon Is It an Act
*Mykhol* Now, standing left behind on the platform with Ana gone along with Admiral Nugen and Sir Pendwick, Mykhol breathed out. He hadn’t realized he was holding his breath till now. “How did he…get the book?” Mykhol dropped his smile by inches until it was fully gone to a straight line.That, Mykhol hated to admit, could have turned out much much worse. Despite his planning, the idea of the book falling into the wrong hands had never occurred to him.And in the very hands of Admiral Nugen of all people. However, it had, somehow, someway. Mykhol again felt something shift under his skin as things were adding up. Someone took that from Father’s safe. Someone knew they had it. Moreover, they knew the lock combination to get it out.Something which, as far as Mykhol was aware, should have only been three people: Father, Mother, and himself.So it seems we have a little mouse on our hands. Mykhol smirked as he glanced back to the corner. But the corner was already empty. The silent b
Will Bear the Moon Plead the Case
*Ana*“It’s because of me.” Mykhol steps forward. “I did it.”“Cousin?” My breath crawls out as I, Admiral Nugen, no, the whole room is shocked into silence. What did he just say? Did he just admit that he is-? No, it can’t be- I breathe to catch myself again. Mykhol wouldn’t do that. He would never- No, I shake my head. It can’t be. Mykhol is family. And families wouldn’t betray each other.I have to have misheard. But Mykhol doesn’t look back at me. He is stepping down the platform. And meets Admiral Nugen at his side. “Lord Mykhol?” Admiral Nugen stiffens “What is the meaning of this?” Mykhol however, does not look at him, instead he turns to face the room.“You heard correctly. I am responsible.” Mykhol goes with a stronger voice. “I have failed you all.” “What is he talking about?” Someone whispers.“Responsible for what?” More start to perk up.“Mykhol?” Aunt Funda, meanwhile, steps up. Her hands are clenched up at her chest, her face dead white. “Honey, what are you doing
Will Bear the Moon Evidence
*Ana* “Your Empress?” Aunt Funda coughed to make me blink awake again. I can suddenly make her out.“Are you…alright?”“That-yes,” I say but in truth I am not sure. How long was I just sitting there? Staring off into nothing? By looking over the room, it might have been a good long time. Because now, everyone is looking at me. I have their attention.That’s a rarity on its own. That’s right, we are in court. I suddenly remember as if my mind was slowly unthawing. I was holding a meeting today. Because Admiral Nugen has- My thoughts stop again. But their stares prompt me to need to do something.Yes. I think sluggishly. I should speak, shouldn’t I? “I-” But just as quickly as I make a sound, it closes. My mouth clamps shut and I swallow. The words seem too big to force out.What I want to say and what I’m trying not to say seem to mix up. I have to use more effort to push out something logical. It has to be, logical, I mean. I don’t want to let my emotions get the better of me.I
Will Bear the Moon Something on the Horizon
*Mykhol*“Mother, Father,” Mykhol greeted, feeling eyes on him almost immediately as he entered the courtroom. It was almost like everyone was waiting more for him. Maybe they are, especially the women. Mykhol smiled at no one in particular. The action set more than a few women to react. Mykhol could hear the soft dreamy sighs and underlining lust for him. It helped swell his pride.They were so easy. But they were not what held his attention as he lifted a brow at the startling discovery. “Is she still not here?” Mykhol noted the throne was empty. Ana was nowhere to be seen.When I’m already this late? How very unlike her. It wasn’t like Ana to break habit. But Mykhol relaxed. If she wasn’t here, all the better. She wouldn’t notice he was tardy too. Though it would be a bit funny if she did. Because then she would want to know why. And wouldn’t that be a fun surprise? Something caught in his chest at the idea. How would she react if I told her what I was just doing? Hearing al
