CHAPTER 96
AUDREY’S POV
2 months already, yet it still felt like yesterday. Our lost soldiers, officials, and the knowledge that my baby is the Flaming Wolf. I definitely hadn’t stopped feeling so good about it. Logan and I were blessed. We had both formed a child who was gracious enough to be chosen as the reincarnate of Kora.
I placed my hand on my big tummy, caressing it as I looked down the balcony. She loved it here. She would always kick whenever I stepped out to the balcony, where all her father’s flowers were pilling up. The placed definitely smelled just as wonderful. He literally changed the flowers daily, and groomed the place like it was an actual flower shop.
Just two months ago, there were a lot of soldiers training on the training grounds. Now I looked at the grounds from the balcony, and just a few soldiers were jogging around. It was so encouraging how everyone learned to move past their pains and losses, looking ahead to a better future for us all. It certainly wasn’t one free of rogues, because a handful of them had escaped from the battlefield. But atleast, the risk we faced as a united world, was reduced.
Yes, united. Today, all the officials from the four races, would assemble at the palace. We were going to signing a peace treaty. Now, all the different races would be allowed in and out of any territory they wished to visit.
The war had help us build trust and respect towards one another.
“My love!” I turned to see Logan walking towards the balcony with a huge smile on his face. I didn’t even notice when he walked into the room.
“Creeping up on me now?” I smiled.
“Nooo!” He raised his hands up in surrender. “I probably wouldn’t have called your attention if I was.” He came behind me and hugged me. “Stressing yourself again.” He commented, making me turn to look at him.
“Really?” I asked in disbelief. “Logan, this is needed for the baby. I’m supposed to do my exercises, walk around…”
“I just don’t want you hurting yourself, or the baby.” He frowned, and I released a small sigh.
“You worry for nothing.” I shook my head at him.
“I would happily do so.” He insisted.
“The supernatural officials? Have they arrived yet?” I asked.
“Hmmm…. quite a handful of them.”
“Great!” I found myself grinning widely.
“You seem really happy.”
“Of course, I am. Aren’t you?”
“I definitely am.” He nodded, a small smile on his face. “It’s just that…. I still cannot believe it. All these is happening during my reign, Audrey. Just like yesterday, I hated myself for being so weak and wolfless. I even doubted in my ability to find my mate. Finding myself in this situation now, and I can’t help but find it unreal. Pinch me awake.” He demanded, and I teared up.
“It’s real, my love.” I turned completely towards him, cupping his cheeks. “You are doing it. The supernatural kingdoms are coming back as one. During your reign.” I added, and he broke into a smile. “I’m soooo proud of you.” I placed a chaste kiss on his lips.
“I wouldn’t have done all these, without you beside me. You are the best mate, Luna, and Queen we could ask for. You bring out the best in me, and I thank the moon goddess for taking us through all the highs and lows we encountered. It only made our love stronger.”
“Indeed.” I nodded, caressing the tip of his nose with mine.
“I love you.” He whispered.
“I love you too, future hubby.” I grinned, giving him a wink.
We had initially agreed to get wedded a month after the war. But with the unexpected turn of events with our baby, we had to wait until she was born.
“I can’t wait to marry you.” He bent and gave me a quick peck on the lip. “Liam just mindlinked me. More than half of the officials have assembled.”
“Great!” I grinned. “Let’s go.”
“Let’s?” I shot me a confused look. “You are going for the….”
“I’m Luna. Of course, I would attend important events such as this. Does it not please you?”
“Not really.” His shoulders fell. “The baby could pop out anytime, love. This isn’t really the best time to stress yourself.”
“I’m just fine, Logan. Moreover, imagine having to miss out on such a great event. That’s not fair now, is it?”
“Fine.” He sighed. “Let’s go.”
I gave a dance of victory in my head, before heading out of the room with him. I was pretty much dressed for the occasion, so….
“Did Ryan come with Rosa?” I asked, and he thought for a second.
“I’m not sure. I hope he did. I know just how much you wish to see her again.”
“You bet, I do.” I sighed, several thoughts traveling through my mind. I wondered how things were going between them. When Rosa had told me about her agreement with Ryan, I was shocked. But deep down, I knew it was better for them to have such an agreement, than to reject each other. I strongly believed that as long as they were within close range, their mate bond would thrive, and love will definitely conquer.
Part of the reasons I want to see her today, is to find out how things were going between she and Ryan. I was really concerned about how she coped. I honestly just wanted her to be happy and at peace.
“Don’t worry so much, love. They are fine. I am hopeful that the strongheaded Ryan will softens up eventually.”
“Rosa is one of the women with the most purest of hearts, that I know. She would definitely melt his heart in time, because I’m sure Ryan is nothing like my brother. My brother never saw and appreciated her good heart and kindness. Instead, he exploited it.”
“It’s okay love.” He held my hand in his, a look of worry on his face. I couldn’t help but laugh.
“You really think my worry is going to trigger our baby?” I asked in between laughs.
“You can never really tell. One can’t be certain. It’s better safe than sorry.”
“Indeed!” I grinned in amusement, before shaking my head at him. “You have to understand that flimsy emotions isn’t enough to trigger the Flaming Wolf.”
“Well, you’re pregnant, and I don’t wanna take chances.” He insisted.
“That’s fine.” I nodded.
We made our way into the hall, and it was filled to the brim. The officials all stood in reverence as Logan and I walked towards our throne. Once we got there, he assisted me in sitting, before settling onto his own seat.
Looking towards the full hall, a smile made its way to my face. All the officials had come with their wifes, girlfriends, mates, and plus ones.
My eyes searched through the hall, for a particular Auburn haired woman. Just then, my eyes landed on Ryan, and I looked beside him to see her seated there.
Goddess! She looked a vision. It gladdened my heart to see her looking so regal and beautiful in her sea green dress. Her hair perfectly complimented the color of the dress. Gosh! Ryan was really treating her well. From where I sat, I could see that she had changed her hair style from the normally straight look, to a deep wavy look. It gave a hair more weight and bounce.
“Honourable officials of the supernatural kingdoms, it is a great delight to have you all here!” Logan began, and loud cheers erupted. “Today is a very special day that would be written down in the history of our world. Today, all the 4 supernatural kingdoms, would unite as one!” Another bout of cheers were heard.
The opening of the ceremony took place in a blur, and as minutes passed, we were carrying out all the slated activities for the occasion. After the peace treaty had been signed, and the celebratory feast began, I walked over to Rosa’s table the moment Ryan stepped out to go mingle with the other Alphas. As soon as I got to her, we hugged each other so tightly.
“I missed you.” She muttered onto my chest, and I patted her hair gently.
“Ohhh, my Rosa. I missed you too.” I answered sincerely. “So tell me… how have things been?” I whispered, not wanting other people seated around to hear us.
I would have just opted to mindlink her, but it’s been a while I saw her, and I wanted to hear her speak to me. Thankfully, most people on our table had stepped out to go meet others.
“Everything has been fine.” She nodded.
“Is that all?” I asked, trying to hide my disappointment.
“Well, that’s all.” She shrugged. “He is getting what we wants, and so am I. His pack members adore me. Same as the maids and guards. Audrey, the entire feeling is so new and good.” She smiled genuinely.
“Ahhh, Rosa.” I shook my head at her. “You have always been loved. You just didn’t notice it. Added to the fact that Andrew filled your head with so much rubbish.” I glared.
“Maybe.” She shrugged.
“So? Any news yet? Have you taken in?”
“Not yet.” She muttered. “Well, considering the fact that we only started…. you know?” She tilted her head, wanting me to grasp what she meant.
“Rosa, it’s sex. Why are you suddenly so shy to say it?” I whispered, looking amused as her cheeks turned pink.
“Whatever.” She chuckled awkwardly. “We only started doing it three weeks back, so….”
“So you’re trying to tell me, that you both haven’t had sex until three weeks ago? You spent a month doing what?” I asked in actual confusion.
“We had to draft an agreement, and…. I don’t know. He was probably just taking his time.” She shrugged. “And now that we have started, I’m having a hard time keeping up.” I watched as her brows raised by the corner, and a knowing smile made its way to my face. “He does it a lot.”All rights © NôvelDrama.Org.
“And do you enjoy it?” I asked, and she visibly swallowed.
“Audrey, I just told you I’m having a hard time keeping up.” Her brows raised at the corner again. “I always pray that he doesn’t show up to my bedroom at night.” Her brows again. “I just want to get pregnant, so he doesn’t disturb me anymore.” And yet, another raise! She was lying through her teeth, and didn’t even realize she was. I have known Rosa for years now, and one fun fact about her, is that she always raised her brows when she told a lie!! Everything she just said, was a lie! She was definitely enjoying the sex, but didn’t want to own up to it.
She definitely didn’t want to get pregnant so fast, so that Ryan could keep visiting her room at night. And she definitely didn’t have a hard time keeping up with him. Infact, she always anticipated when next they were gonna do it. Ohhh, Rosa. I wasn’t going to tell her I knew she was lying. She should get as comfortable as she wanted to, lying through her perfect teeth!
Just then, Logan signaled me to return to the throne. Chief Drakos was about to perform the binding ritual.
“I would return after the binding ritual, love.” I said, and she nodded in understanding.
Halfway to the throne, I felt a sharp pain in my abdomen, making me halt my steps for a while.
‘Baby? Are you okay?’ Logan’s worried voice filtered through my mindlink. Almost immediately, I felt relieved again and chuckled.
‘I’m just fine baby. I’m coming to you’.
Covering the remaining distance to him, he stepped down from his throne, and assisted me onto mine. Then Chief Drakos stepped forward, and began the binding ritual. The binding ritual was just a traditional way of sealing the peace treaty under the moon goddess’s gaze.
After the ritual was done, the place went busy once again. I was busy thinking about my conversation with Rosa, a smile on my face.
“What tickles your fancy?” I heard Logan ask, and my smile became wider.
“I have a very interesting gist for you.”
“Okay, I’m all ears.” He grinned, pushing his face closer to mine.
“Not now, be patient.” I giggled.
“Can’t help it.” He chuckled. We both went silent for about a minute, until Logan muttered underneath his breath.
“Fucking hell.”
“What is it?” I asked almost immediately.
“You don’t want to know what my vamp hearing just caught now.” He said, looking very amused.
“What is it? Tell me already?” I demanded impatiently.
“Look.” He tapped my arm, and I turned my face to where his faced.
“Look at who?”
“Ryan and your Rosa.”
My eyes focused on them, and I noticed him standing up and helping her up. Others may not have noticed how impatient he was, but I did.
“Where are they going?” I asked, and Logan gave me this knowing look. “Hell no!” My palm flew against my mouth, and I let out a gasp. “You heard him say that?”
“He said, ‘Stand up and follow me. I need to be inside you now’. Just like that.” Hearing those words, shivers ran down my spine. Shivers of excitement.
“Goddess!”
“Look at him, he can barely keep it together. He literally wants to run off with her.” Logan laughed, and I couldn’t help but join in. I was so sure our guests were probably wondering what seemed so funny to us. This was hilarious as fuck! It’s so funny how Rosa says she can’t keep up, but is walking out with him so willingly! The anticipation in her gait says it all! You know what? I had to tell Logan about my conversation with her, now. I couldn’t keep it in, any longer.
“So I spoke with Rosa a moment ago.” I began.
“Tell me there is more.” He muttered, and I nodded vigorously, the both of us bursting into laughter. That was until my laughter turned into a yell of pain.
“Ahhh!!” I screamed out the moment I felt a contraction in my belly.
“Baby, are you okay?” He looked at me in concern.
“No!” I yelled out, clutching my belly in pain. I peed on myself, and he looked at me in shock.
“It’s the baby, Audrey! She’s coming!”