Queen Mother, Lilian looked up at him with wet eyes and he gave her an apologetic smile, gesturing at Ron’s stomach. Her eyes widened with realisation and she offered him a trembling smile, nodding in understanding. Only then did he relax and step away.“Mother,” Prince Ron choked out as she hugged him gently, carefully. The familiar scent of jasmine enveloped him, warm and soft, and for a moment, it felt like he was home again. His nose soured, eyes stinging with tears. It was then he realised that he missed home. He missed his mum. “My baby,” she whispered into his ear, holding him like he was five again. “I’ve missed you so much.” Prince Ron couldn't believe it. His mother was here, hugging him. He had thought that seeing him pregnant would make her look at him in disgust but here she was, hugging him, as if him being pregnant didn't matter at all. Her hands shook as she pulled back just enough to take his face into her palms. “Let me look at you…” she cried, kissing his cheeks.
“You undermined him,” Zedekiel continued coldly. “Fed him lies, stripped him of confidence and made sure he was too distracted to focus on his role as a Prince. You made your own brother, your own flesh and blood into a laughing stock in the eyes of your people. All so that you could rise above him and when you saw that it wasn't enough, that your father still wanted him as King, you colluded with The Shadows to gain power and overthrow your own father. You clawed your way to power on the back of your own blood.”“Enough!” Rose barked, eyes flashing. But Zedekiel sneered. “And now you come here with your army behind you, barking orders like a dog, and you expect me to hand Ron over to you? Keep dreaming.”Rose glared at him, her lip curling in disdain. She hated this Elf King. She truly hated him. It was a good thing they never got married for she would have been tempted to kill him. “So what if I colluded with The Shadows?” She spat, trying to be calm but her voice trembled with fu
Zedekiel instantly gripped Ron by the arm, and pulled him behind him, shielding him with his body.Talon and Ludiciel flanked Zedekiel immediately, ready to fight. Alaric stood by Talon's side and Elliot by Ludiciel. The Queen Mother and her sister Seraphiel, along with the twins, Princess Mariel, and then the Ice Fairy Queen, all stood side by side, making sure Prince Ron was well secured. Then the Netheridge elite guards flowed like water around the royals, forming a protective wall of silver armor, shields raised and swords drawn. Prince Ron was stunned for it all happened in seconds. He was surrounded at all sides, protected by everyone and the action warmed his heart. He had barged into their lives and in some months, became the most important person to them. The mass of horses came into view but only the one in front, clad in golden armour galloped toward the center of the square, their silhouette cutting through the mist.Everyone held their breath, waiting to see just who
Satisfied, Zedekiel gently placed Ron on his feet but kept his arm around Ron’s waist protectively, hugging him to his side. “If you feel like hugging, hug me. Don't you know that being closer to me will help the babies recognise me better when they come out?”Prince Ron blinked, not sure if his beloved was saying the truth. These days, his beloved had become more cunning. He didn't know where his beloved learnt this from.“Really? They'll recognise you better?” he asked.Zedekiel nodded shamelessly. If this was what he had to do to keep his little husband by his side at all times then so be it. “Elfin mothers have to stick close to the fathers when they are pregnant because the babies also feed off the father's energy sometimes, which will help them grow better. Right, Mariel?”Princess Mariel was stunned. When did her big brother learn to say things like this? He almost sounded like… she glanced at Ron then felt her brother's fiery glare so she quickly nodded, laughing nervously. “Y
Prince Ron let out a small, choked laugh through a sniffle. He nodded furiously, wiping his cheeks with trembling fingers. “Yes, Your Majesty. Yes I'll marry you.” The banks of the lake immediately erupted in joyous cheers.The Elves clapped, whistled, and called out their congratulations, their graceful composure melting into open celebration. Some tossed flower petals into the air, some waved glowing lanterns high above their heads and others made fireworks explode in the sky!Zedekiel’s lips curved into a rare, warm smile. It was soft and almost boyish. He stood up and walked towards Ron, slipping the ring onto Ron’s slender finger before hugging him and kissing him like there was no tomorrow. They could feel each others happiness through their bond and it made them even more elated. Giddy, like two teenagers discovering love for the first time. Though they were already married and had kids on the way, doing it like this made it seem more real. Prince Ron pulled away and cupped
Prince Ron did not want to agree. He felt like he was the one being cheated but Zedekiel stood his ground. He would only risk years of peace for uninhibited access to his little husband’s body. Prince Ron thought about it some more and felt that the deal wasn't bad. In fact, it seemed reasonable. After all, he was asking his beloved to fight a Storm Dragon. What his beloved didn't realise was that he was going to be pregnant for 6 more months. His beloved wouldn't be able to demand such things after some time. And even after he gives birth, they'll be too busy taking care of the kids to do anything. Not that he didn't want to but his beloved was insatiable!With this thought in mind, he smiled and nodded. He couldn't believe they were discussing future bedroom stuff on the very bridge he was once kidnapped. “Alright then. It's a deal. I will not stop you or complain about it in the future.” Everyone sighed. Poor human Prince. The Queen Mother already understood Prince Ron’s train