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XIII. Living Together
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Bride of the Dark Prince XIV. The Palace
Now Amanda was standing in front of her residence and getting ready to board the horse-drawn carriage that would take the girl to the palace. The Broke couple seemed happy to accompany Amanda, while Gisella was still gloomy. Brenda made the breakup dramatic. "Come back with a lot of money, otherwise, don't expect you have a place to go home to," she whispered as she hugged Amanda in disgust. "Remember your filial piety to your parents," Brenda advised with emphasis after letting go of Amanda's arm. "Is that all your stuff?" asked the Black Prince, looking at the small suitcase beside Amanda. Amanda nodded slowly, the contents of her closet which were no more than three pieces of clothes and her underwear were already in the small suitcase, plus an old painting of her family. The horse carriage walked slowly. Amanda looked at the Broke family residence, which was starting to move away. ‘It seems like this is the first time I've left the house in my life. House? I don't know why I n
Bride of the Dark Prince XV. The Room
The journey from the palace gate to the main door of the Black Prince's palace took five hourglass turns, this was due to the vastness of the palace grounds. Dark and cold, those were the words that came to Amanda's mind when she saw the magnificent palace which was decorated with black marble stones that blended perfectly with the gold color which added a luxurious impression. Dark colors also adorned the palace grounds which were overgrown with black roses, black orchids, and various other kinds of plants whose names Amanda did not know, and all of them somehow matched the dark color. On the stairs of the main entrance, you could see the servants have lined up perfectly, waiting for their master's arrival. "Welcome back, Your Highness," Andreas said welcoming the Black Prince while giving a typical Anarka greeting gesture, which was followed by all the palace maids. "Did you manage to persuade the girl to come? I also sent twelve chests of jewelry and gifts, so that they are will
Bride of the Dark Prince XVI. The King
“The Queen's Family tricked us. She is not at all from the Duke class as we thought, Your Highness,” said Andreas. "So? His family is only the 'grand duke'?” Illarion asked, to which Andreas shook his head. “Marquis class? No?” Illarion knitted his brows. "Earls?" "Baron, sir. That girl is from the baron caste.” Illarion laughed loudly. “Not even a viscount! But baron?! That old witch is really underestimating me! I knew that girl thought she could trick me with her innocent face.” “You could say the Queen cheated this marriage on the King, sir. Better hurry up before they bestow upon her the title of 'Duke'," suggested Illarion's loyal bodyguard. The Black Prince touched his chin. "Just let things be like this." Sure, what he had just said made Andreas confused. "Isn't it with this, you can prove that this agreement is one-sided, Your Highness?" Illarion saw the objection on his bodyguard's face. “Only eight months. After all, we know that a girl's weakness is wealth, so she
Bride of the Dark Prince XVII. The Servant
King Abraham chuckled. "Are you so possessive that you won't let me talk to her?" "N-no, it's not like that," replied Illarion awkwardly, and immediately excused himself from the King's private room. ‘What will she say to the King? She and her family are great liars, of course she will slander me! Damn. The old mage put the best acting piece, somehow I can think the girl is honest and innocent!’ Illarion had no idea of what Amanda and the King were talking about inside, but the two hours of waiting outside made him even more nervous. Amanda opened the door of the King's room, the Black Prince's bright eyes immediately greeted the girl. And when the big man was about to go back in, the king's servant said, "The king is resting and does not want to be disturbed by anyone." But Illarion could faintly hear the King's voice. “I didn't expect you to have that side, Rion,” said the old man with an expression that wasn't visible because of the mosquito net. When the door closed, Illario
Bride of the Dark Prince XVIII. 'Don't I deserve to be happy?'
Amanda held the coals of wood with her bare hands, and she used the rest of her strength to push the logs towards the maid who was about to hurt her. The next second was slow, as the flames devoured the maid's hair. Her screams filled the room before she ran with her friend out of Amanda's room. The girl was still shaking in fear with her hands badly blistered and sweat pouring down her entire body. Again, Amanda was unconscious. It was already late afternoon when Amanda felt pain all over her body. Her purple eyes opened slightly when she saw someone was treating her. "Is it sore? You winced when I treated you, even though you were unconscious." Madam Croiz looked worried. Amanda immediately sat shaking in a defensive position. ‘Is this woman going to try to kill me too?’ "Don't worry, I'm not like them. I'm on your side," said Madam Croiz. A gentle stroke on Amanda's arm somehow calmed the silver-haired girl. Amanda looked down and saw the palms of her hands until her arms were
Bride of the Dark Prince XIX. "What She talking about?"
"You're kidding, right?" Amanda knew it wasn't a joke but discussing about taking someone's life, Amanda hoped that this dialogue was just a joke. After all, Madam Croiz was the first good person to put her at ease in this palace. ‘I hope she can rethink what she wants to do.’ Madam Croiz looked disappointed at Amanda's question. "Well, I hope you will open your eyes widely and take a good look at who the monster you are marrying really is," the plump-cheeked woman hissed, and before she left Amanda's room, Madam Croiz whispered, "Don't ever ask him anything. Whoever is in this palace, they are all loyal accomplices of the Black Prince. Your mistakes can be reported and executed immediately.” Amanda nodded, she felt a burning sensation around her blistered skin again and heat began to spread over her body. ‘I think I'm going to have a fever tonight.’ Three days had passed since the last time the Black Prince had set foot in the King's private chamber. This morning, the man knelt b
Bride of the Dark Prince XX. Believe
Illarion promptly bowed in salute, Amanda following behind him. The girl was almost unsteady, her head was hefty, and her hands were getting increasingly sore as if thousands of thorns had stabbed them. "Amanda, how are you? I was disappointed that you weren't with Illarion to see me this morning," said King Abraham. Illarion shuddered at his father's hospitality. "I’m in good shape, Your Majesty..." Amanda answered with low voice, sounding uninspired by Illarion. This lady responded to the King indolently?! "Hmm… Are you guys not getting along?" asked King Abraham. When they heard the question, Amanda and Illarion immediately looked at the bed covered in maroon mosquito nets. The King chuckled at the young couple in front of him. "As expected, this heavy and gloomy air turned out to be a young couple's quarrel. Quarrels at such a young age of marriage are very natural," explained King Abraham. "Want me to teach you the most effective way of making up?" ‘Killed her?’ thought Illa
Bride of the Dark Prince XXI. Who are you?
The man's heart seemed to have stopped beating when he saw the burns on the palms up to Amanda's arms which were covered in sleeves. Now Illarion could feel Amanda's body temperature was scorching. Illarion's attention returned to the burn on Amanda's hand, and a sudden fear crept up his back. Illarion immediately pulled Amanda into his arms and carried the unconscious girl out of the Majesty's room. Without being polite and saying permision to the King. Illarion dashed to where the royal medics were. "Don't die… don't die… hold on!" he repeated. Amanda was in his arms, barely breathing. *** The dark curtains drawn by the Black Prince immediately blocked the twilight color that looked like embers from the bedroom window. Illarion hated the sight of the orange light so much that it made him remember the cruel things that had happened to his life fifteen years ago. Amanda is still asleep, but her fever hasn't gone down. Illarion sat on her bed, staring at Amanda. "Listen… I'll never
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