Chapter 77 Jigalians
AUDREY
"There are many troubles that come with being in court talk less of being the future queen. But I believe you will handle each of them with grace and immense strength and as long as the two of you stay together then you will conquer anything, nothing written in stone will tear you apart. Your love for each other will get you through the toughest of times and it may not always feel like it is enough but if you love your person greatly then nothing will compare to it" Elfrida smiled at the both of us. I let her words register and it left me confused and anxious to say the least.
"You two are a match made by the fates and we believe together you two will conquer anything" Irene added. "We look forward to seeing you at the gathering in the town squar-"
Irene was interrupted by Ryker as he came into view, "Pardon me elders but I need to steal the king and his princess away for a second" The Elders nodded in agreement but I could see Elder Irene didn't want to but she complied.
Ryker lead them away and it was only then that Audrey was able to let out a breath she wasn't even aware she was holding. All their words were so overwhelming she wasn't prepared for Elder Irene's words nor was she prepared for what she felt hearing them, she couldn't help but get the insight that she was hinting at something. They all were but what was that something she had no idea.
"Thank you for pulling us out of there Ryker" I heard Darius speak and I could only nod in equal agreement. I let out a huff of air through my bloated cheeks.
"My pleasure, but I'm afraid it isn't for good news" my brows furrowed in confusion, I really didn't need more of this right now. "I just got word that the Jigalians blocked our trade routes. The carts we sent to supply grain to the neighboring villages that were affected by drought have all been held hostage by them. They demand an audience with both of you at their desired location. They said they would send a carriage to bring the two of you" he finished looking between Darius and I.
"That was extreme" I looked up at Darius to see the same confused look on his face, "So they withheld aid needed by so many viallages just to get our attention?"
"Seems like it" Darius sighed, running a hand down his face. "Arrange for a large percentage of guard to accompany us" Ryker gave a curt nod before walking away. Darius turned to face me taking my hands in his, "Are you okay? I know back there the elders were a bit intense. Don't let them get to you"
I let out a heavy sigh, resting my hands against his chest and leaning against him. I dropped my cheek flat against his torso loving the way his scent engulfed me like a warm fuzzy blanket with strong arms. "I won't lie I'm a little scared and very anxious about this whole queen thing and I don't know what I'm going to do but as long as you're beside me I'm sure I'll figure it out" Strong arms wrapped around my narrow waist as he snuggled his head into the crook of my neck, the feeling of his nose tickling me as he dropped a lingering kiss to my throat.
I let out a soft giggle, pulling away with a grin on my flushed face. He pressed his lips to my forehead keeping his palms on my cheeks. I sighed softly, melting against him.
"Pardon me your grace" Anaise's voice reached my ears and I turned my gaze to regard her. Darius dropped his hands from my face deciding it would be better placed around my waist on my ass. I blushed like a beetroot glancing at him and from the corner of my eye I could see the sly wink he threw my way with a wolfish grin.
"Lady Anaise" Darius acknowledged, his features straight not at all revealing any of jai current actions. Anaise proceeded to genuflect paying her respects to her king, the king that was currently caressing my ass like we were alone.
I tried to hide my squirming as Anaise got back up, "I need to burrow the princess for a second if you don't mind"
I peaked up at Darius to see a small innocent smile break out on his lips a stark contrast to his current actions. I could tell he was about to do something so I spoke up, "Go on Anaise I'll be right behind you" she nodded and took a bow before walking off in slow strides before she was even able to get far Darius turned to me swiftly, placing his lips to my ear his palm squeezed a generous amount of me and I let out a low whimper.
"Don't keep me waiting little one. I've held my self back and it seems you get a kick out of tempting me every single time I lay eyes on you. I'll be coming for you tonight my love and I can't wait to taste you again. You're a good girl, yes?" I could feel the shift in him to a more dominant one and it sent shivers down my spine not only from the strangling atmosphere but from the way his voice had dropped a couple octaves and seemed to send pleasured sensations through me. He placed a kiss to my soft spot and I visibly shuddered, a low moan escaping my lips one that was only loud enough for his ears only.
He pulled away, his eyes darkening with lust as he gazed down at me like he wanted to devour me right here. Turning around I scurried off after Anaise very sure I looked like a cherry tomato at the moment and my core was definitely clenching.