5.1-Desires

The Watcher - Lion Island

My usual stroll through lion village has me deep in thought about my future chosen mate, Queen Kimarhi. I’ve been waiting for the perfect time to approach her again. It’s been long enough; she doesn’t seem to be grieving her family anymore. It’s the ideal time for me to rekindle our once relationship.

‘I already received your father’s blessings before his passing. All that’s left is for you to come to your senses and accept my offer to be Chosen.’ I think to myself. Of course, I won’t say it like that, but that is how I feel. I must take this one step at a time.

The Summit is my way in, as Kimarhi needs an escort. It’s unwise for her to go alone. It might show weakness to her rule. Even negotiating can become arduous if she’s alone. This will be the first time since King Vikram’s passing that the Summit was being held here. Kimarhi needs to show strength as he did.

‘If only you would wise up and take me as your Chosen!’ Anger makes my heart race. ‘We could