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“ why can’t you just bed her.. and move on”

Because I want her as my wife, so either I have her or no one does

“ You said you wanted to see the greenhouse..” he escorted her towards the small shacks, having removed her arm from his. Fingers slipped into his pocket, for the key, as he unlocked the door.

“ I’ve been growing a variety of spices and herbs, things I know Alexandria will love when she returns, we are so excited for this chapter, I really can’t believe I’ve been this lucky.”

He felt the sting, the cold steel directly between his ribs, as he turned around and watched as Aurora strained to watch. His hands moved quickly, to try and pull her hands off the blade, but she pushed it further in. The snapping sounds of twigs, scared her as She dropped the blade, nervously as two men from the shadows stepped in.

“ why..” he coughed, watching as the blood trailing down his shirt. He had time to stop the bleeding , and could easily use the materials in the shack to save himself. But he watched as one of the men, moved to begin ripping the herbs out of the planters, while the other, helped move him to the floor. A gloved hand pressed against his ribs, and motioned Aurora to step forward. As she kneeled down, breathing heavy.

Henry watched as the blood was used to stain against her white blouse and across her neck, as he was lowered to ground.

“ You were the price.. “ she whispered to him watching as his eyes slowly faded behind his head. She gave the order, she could handle the rest, as the men disappeared.

A loud pitch scream, as she screamed for guards to come help. “ Get the King, this man attacked me!”

He made his position clear, he wasn’t just the closest confidant and friend of Caspian. He was also, responsible for his family, his wealth and the lives of many people.

He had carefully explained his history with Caspian, and how they two became friends. But, he was transparent to point out Caspian oblivious flaws; his desperate need for approval, and attention. How he spent a good portion of his life being the man his father wanted; then being the person he knew. The conversation with princess stefania had remained light hearted until he changed his tune.

“Despite whatever personal connection I had with our late queen. She was a foreigner, she didn’t know our laws or customs. She made grave mistakes, mistake that financially cost me, and the lives of my men. She was not well liked, and her reputation wasn’t favored either. So I might as well learn it now, what exactly is your weakness”

“ Thank you for seeing me last minute..” he motioned the chair, as he waited until she was comfortable before sitting himself. “ I wasn’t expecting to be come down, or back actually. So, consider this conversation more of a personal one, and less of a political one.” He watched as her shoulders remained tense, as he only casually smiled

“ I remember once, you and I had a conversation and I offered you solace and a chance for freedom against your family, and anyone who wanted to do you harm. If I remember correctly you said, it was your duty to honor your family, and remain in the role. I’m not sure which family member you were actually trying to make proud. Both of your parents wanted a much different life for you, but here you are striving..like a bug, no matter how many times someone tries to step on you, you just keep coming back.”

His hand moved quickly to change hers, as she moved to stand up insulted by his comments and he gently placed her back down in her seat. “ It’s my interest to ensure, Caspian marries. It’s my interest as his friend, as the largest beneficial factor, to ensure whomever wear the crown next, fits the role. “ he moved to cross one leg over the other “ and it’s my understanding, you have been quite the catch for him. I mean look at you, your stunning, you got the right clothes, the right name, no one would dispute it. Hell, I imagine you could even produce a son, without question. Not that he needs anymore children. But it would suit you to reign. But, there somethings missing.”

Aurora could feel her breathing continue to rapid, as she stared at him in anger. “ and just what exactly is missing.”

He leaned forward, poking her chest with his index finger “ You lack the ambition, the confidence and motive. The girl I remember on the beach, would have bedded him by now, married him, and probably shoved a pillow to his face on his wedding night. You.. you seem, lacking. You seem like, what is that world, they use to say, a sheep.” He snapped his fingers. “ and we both know you grew up with wolves. I can’t say you’ll ever see home again or Paraiso, I don’t know and I don’t want to know what you did or what happened. But, I know a coward when I see one. You could bring armies to their knees, you could easily be untouchable. But your not going to find that here in Snow, in fact I know it. You don’t have the stomach for it. You need to find yourself a sheep, a prince, someone who you can control, someone who you can shape and change to your will. If that’s the game your in for, of course there is always Alfonso.” His shoulders shrugged. “ The choice is yours, but I know what I’ll recommend to Caspian. “

“ I can’t erase the past, and your hands are still are clean”

The history of what happened in Paraiso, was not the only thing that haunted her. Samira and knowing the future that was stolen.

Made her believe, in her choice to follow Caspian. She deserved this, and would continue to obey his wishes. It was just something she knew she could never tell another soul about.

“ It’s exhausting, haven’t to be perfect isn’t it?” His words cut the silence in between them.

Caspian moved to cover her shoulders with a blanket, as he moved it sit across from her. “ But it separates them, from us. Did you speak with Darius or Davina before you left, did you say goodbyes?”

She nodded coldly “ I did everything you asked, I behaved, I dressed the part. Are you going to keep your end of the bargain?”

Caspian returned the nod “ Soon. I still need you to complete another task, I need you to go see Henry, and you and I both know exactly what I need you to do.”

Her eyes rushed to the floor, to keep her from crying. “ I’ll do it.”

“ I was the rebellious princess once.. you best do it better, that I did.”

She watched from the window, as Darius was planning to leave.

“ courage” she whispered to herself. It what she needed to say goodbye to Davina, before leaving.

@mistress-alexandria

He did not arrive alone; this time he brought his wife with him, to check in on their children. It was the first time the Duke of nightfall left home; after the burning fires

@theheartofbarley

Mama,

I should fully prepare you with the details about my education and my time spent here in snow mystic. I am completely blessed that I was not thrown into a line of policy or anything to do with the palace. It is my understanding the palace runs on the mystery of the advisors, but it is.. the cities that thrive under their guardianship. I was lucky, that was I tasked to the family of the Blackwood. For starters, each man is given the same task as other, they must earn their way up. This has certainly been a humble opportunity and I grateful for the time I have spent under Lord Luca Duncan. He is a man of dedication to his country, his island. He does not second guess his choices, and places his family.. even his love to the side; to ensure his people are safe and protected. I write to you because I have an upcoming meeting with a man named Charles Thornfield who has offered an enticing detail to my stay. A possible marriage. I can not make such a decision on my own so I have asked my for sister, to be present in the meetings. It’s my understanding she has been spending these last few weeks in the company of his majesty the king. From what I hear, if he didn’t like her he would have tossed her out many weeks ago, as he has done others. Perhaps my sister has a chance. I send my love to my other sisters and brothers, I miss you.

@theheartofbarley

After what seemed like an eternity, the endless letters snd desperate pleas, were finally no longer ignored. In the middle of the night, his ship was spotted off the coast of Aura, and he made sure to address a letter quickly to let everyone know he had returned.

“ your majesty, I write to you, with a warm heart. I have finally returned home, and I know many long awaited decisions await. The first is to ensure that the services that are rendered to Sundara will be completed by the end of the week. The second, is in reference to my cousin, it has come to my attention of arrangement between Luca Duncan, and the princess Melody. It seems the responsibility snd task of him stepping into my shoes has been difficult, considering the extra burdens and task our family has taken upon ourselves for the crown. But this is no excuse, not for Melody, or the crown. You shall a completed answer by the end of the week.”

It was here he asked the letter no longer be copied for both Serafina and Caspian, and the remaining part only be for caspian.

“ I have invited Ella, to meet us in Aura to settle the matters of succession. All will be resolved”

@mistress-alexandria @caspianmaxson @theheartofbarley

He tried his best not to worry, the responsibility of dozens of young royals under his care and supervision, delayed him from the luxury of the life he had before.

Sometimes he wished he could just return to his garden, and spend more time with his family. But it was a position and role he accepted not only to protect his family; but to finally give him the encouragement he needed, knowing he could accomplish anything. Beside spending most of his afternoons in lessons, he was blindsided by two acts.

The first was when news of new guest were popping or, or soon to be arriving at the personal invitation of Princess Shay. She had openly played a card down, that was forcing dukes and duchess to make a decision. It was going to be her, or it was going to be Darius. A bold decision made by a thirteen year old.

He wished Alexandria had not left to visit others and extended his thoughts and concerns to her in a letter.

“ my darling wife, as if things could not get anymore difficult. Our niece has decided to play chess against her own father, and declared herself the rightful next ruler. She has invited several dukes, and duchess to the school and is forcing the staff to find things to their favor. I’ve been told the Duke of Gazer is rather picky on what kind of bed he sleeps on. The Duke of Nightfall has already arrived and expects a full detailed report on his children education. I miss you. Not because I’m in some sort of panic ha, I just miss the comfort of you, and watching you grow. I miss Fallon, please tell me you are coming home, or that you are safe and well.I fully expected the Duke of Blackwood to arrive, as Luca was onboard with them. But the ship was intrercepted, and instead we got a different visitor.. Michael Blackwood has returned. Oh, and your sister Teagan is also here, looking for you. Let me know if I should deal with them on my end or let them know you are coming. I love you”

@mistress-alexandria

Hoping to catch up and post this week

“ Off.. to the Island of Aura is it?”

His voice echoed the hallways, as she wrapped her red cape closer to her frame turning around to see only the image of his face peaking out of the corridor.

“ yes.” She whispered at first, and then cleared her throat to shake off her shivers. “ Back in the courts I see, I am not surprised. “

“ How long exactly are you planning to hide here, and continue this little skit you have going on. I must admit, when you first came here I had my sight set on you, for my own advantages. I figured if I dressed you the right way, told you the right things. You easily could have been Queen here. Isn’t that what you wanted? You want to be Queen, you tried in Paraiso and failed numerous times. Do they know your here, should I warm them. It’s just rather strange ..”

Aurora smiled as his offered his thoughts and threats. “ Considering when my mother was my age she was involved in a love triangle, had a child she was forbidden to see… and lived her life chasing misfortunes. I’d say my mistakes are strange indeed, since I’ve been doing what I can to keep this head on my shoulders, since I made the stupid mistake of leaving Eithad. I’m a slow learner Sir Thornfield, but I learn.”

For a small moment his heart stopped beating, he was terrified. The very moment he knew was coming, had finally arrived. It was the blessing, and news he had longed for. He reached for her hands, and squeezed them.

“ You have made me the happiest man on earth for the second time, I am so excited for this moment.” He began to ramble on and on about having grown her all the herbs and vegetables she would need. As his smile didn’t leave his face, he couldn’t wait to share the news.

“ What are you doing here…”

“ Why.. can’t I feel you.”

“ He’s a lone wolf, it was always his biggest flaw. He wanted to tackle and do everything on his own. He bore the responsibilities of his family name, his position and prayed for the strength to endure the loss of losing who he was, to become what he needed to be. He loved fiercely, and when he gave his heart to someone, he struggled to overcome the disappointment and failure of his own actions. Luca has been jumping from task to task, and pushing through every obstacle and objective. I can understand why, he chose to remain isolated all these years, he feels all he ever does is disappoint people.

I hope.. he finds peace and resolution for the new year and finally get reunited with his daughter. “

-Bianca

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