The whole trip was agony.I cannot even look at Alpha Aster’s eyes after what happened last night. Cecil advised me not to apologize to the caretakers of the inn because a lady of the Headow Stronghold like me shouldn’t apologize to people like them.To lessen the damage I did since last night, I chose not to say any word or even talk to anyone, even Cecil until we started to travel toward the next kingdom where we are heading. The weather is not as pleasant as my mood. It has been drizzling all morning and the sky is dark and cloudy, giving a more heavy atmosphere to all of us, especially Alpha Aster who is sitting in front of me with his eyes looking so dark and bored. Just like I am, he is trying not to throw any short glances at me while propping his head on his hand and glaring outside the carriage.He is really upset with what happened last night. The moment we had last night was so perfect. I was ready to give myself to him, to be marked by the youngest Emperor of this Region
Alpha Aster wanted to rest for a bit so King Dawson accompanied both of us in the corridor where he prepared a grand room fit for a King room for us. And just as expected, I am going to stay with Aster and have to sleep with him in one bed. Aster ordered all the servants and even my handmaiden, Cecil, to leave us both alone for a minute so he can have his rest. I was left with him inside, figuring out what to say to him just to ease the tension between us."It seems you know King Dawson really well…" I muttered at him while he's laying on the bed on his stomach, his broad shoulders are so inviting but I never dare touch them or Aster will get upset thinking I am easing him again. "Not really. I just met him in a consulate together with my advisers. He is one of the suppliers or weapons in the Empire and this Kingdom is well known as a producer of fine weapons and armors. I hate traveling from place to place but knowing that this man is an important person to deal with, especially whe
I had all the chance to end the Emperor’s life.It is a good plan though. Slit his pretty neck open, disguise me and run away from this place where no one knows me. I could have made it to the forest before the dawn breaks. And then I could live my life the way I want, away from his threats and the people that want me dead.Perhaps, if I did it, I might have reached the forest before dawn breaks. Maybe I could live near the river or make a small hut there. Nina taught me how to use a gun. I can hunt animals. But when will that peaceful life last? In this Kingdom that is surrounded by forests, I might encounter poachers and hunters. A forest is not a woman’s place, especially for someone like me who could easily catch someone’s attention because of my face. And not just dangerous men I should be fearing of. What about wolves? Flesh-eating beasts in this part of the region? I heard there are too many bears living in the forest that’s why the carriage that they prepared for us to use wa
As we both entered the dining hall, the King of Taphatia rose from his seat, his eyes darted toward me with complete admiration while his mouth was partly open. All the people in the dining hall, from the royals down to their servants have all their eyes on me which made me tremble while I walk beside the Emperor, Alpha Aster. He has his chin held high as if looking proud that he is walking with me toward the King’s long dining table. It made me feel so important though. Like a precious jewel being adorned by many.They all bowed their heads when Aster stopped and looked at each of them, his eyes proud and his face expressing power and dominance all over the place. I have never attended such royal dinners and court meetings like this with my father before and it somehow makes me anxious that I am now being part of Alpha Aster’s agenda—-the man who stole the Empire from my family.Funny how fate introduced me to a new world through a man who ended up the line of my family’s regimen.“G
"I can't believe you agreed with him"I gave Aster a piercing look. He is on the other side of the bed, his face buried in the pillows just like always when we are forced to stay in one room. Aster wasn't in the mood to socialize with the other members of the Royal court of this Kingdom so he excused himself early and dragged me with him, not giving the King the chance to spend more time with me. I guess he is sensing that King Laurent Dawson shows interest in me and I want to assume he hates it by how he snorts whenever I smile back at the handsome young King."Shut up, Eodelle. It's my decision. I have to strengthen my power by choosing wisely my allies. I don't want Dawson to fight me one day. Just like he said, his Kingdom has more advantage when it comes to having well trained soldiers and good class weaponry. That is not the kind of person you want to be your enemy, you understand?""Are You sure it will be ok to bring him to Headow Stronghold? He will have more access to the
Good Lord, I can’t sleep.I don’t know if it’s because it is not my own room or many because of the fact that Aster and I are sleeping in one bed—-again.I have been staring at the white ceiling for I have no idea how long already. It must be in the middle of the night and the good thing about it is, Alpha Aster is already sleeping soundly on the other side of the bed. But still, I don’t trust this man if I ever fall asleep.Feeling restless, I climbed down the King sized bed and went towards the window to see what kind of view we have in this part of the castle. The window is huge and made of glass. There is an urge in me that wants to open the window so the cool, fresh air would enter the room but I am scared Alpha Aster might get woken up by the cold wind coming from the outside. I think he already had enough stress for tonight and he needs more rest to attend to his duties tomorrow and for the other days while we are in here.I tugged the gold-colored satin curtain gently, wanting
“Yes… Mark me, Aster. Make me yours…”I heard him groan as I whispered the words in his ear and lifted me with my legs wrapped around his waist without breaking our kiss. God, he is so hot! I can feel myself getting wet as he carried me effortlessly back to the bed. This time, I have no strength to stop him.Because I want him as much as he wants me right now.Alpha Aster laid me in the middle of the bed gently. His lips went down to my jaw, to my neck, and impatiently, he pulled away and looked me in the eyes. His dark desire made me tremble under his possessive touch as he smoothed my thighs with his big hands.“Take off your dress, Eodelle,” he ordered, his low, sexy voice just so sexy in my ears, “I want to see you…”I pushed myself up and gazed at his eyes while I pulled my nightgown up. I made it extra slow because I wanted his eyes on me until I was sitting in the middle of the bed, naked and nervous. My healthy br**sts bounced teasingly after I took off the thin fabric. I lowe
“Your Grace…”“Hmmm…”“Your Grace, I apologize for waking you up but it’s almost noon. I am just worried you are not feeling well. Do you want me to call a healer?”I opened my eyes. At first, I thought it was Nina I was hearing. But when reality caved in, I realized I am not in the Headow Stronghold and I am in another Kingdom five days away from it. I squinted my eyes at Cecil. Ohh god, my head feels like it’s going to split open. I grimaced. And winced more when I felt a sharp pain between my legs. I whimpered which made Cecil more alarmed. She bid the other handmaidens to get out of the room including the two Eunuchs that are standing at the other end of the room. When Cecil and I were alone, she pulled the thick blanket away from me and found out I was naked under it.“Ohh!” she gasped and panicked a little. I bit my lower lip feeling so embarrassed as I tried to relax because the more I move, the more I feel the discomfort in my entire body, especially the soreness of my flower