He Left

Zelda POV's

I sat in my room as I began to panic. I didn't know why but I was worried about what had happened to Ajax, and I was afraid for his safety.

Suddenly I heard a commotion outside, and I rushed to the window. I saw Ajax being released from the guards' grasp, looking disheveled and angry. I knew Aiden must have tortured him, but I couldn't bring myself to hate him.

I smiled knowing Alax was alive and well, and I breathed a sigh of relief. But my relief was short-lived, as I knew that the conflict was far from over.

Suddenly I and Ajax’s eyes met, and we shared a look that said more than words could ever. There was understanding there, and a bit of forgiveness.

We both knew that the events of the day had been difficult, but we were both willing to put the past behind them. A flicker of hope sparked in my heart, and I felt a sense of peace wash over me. But I knew that there was still much to be done before things could be truly right again.

Suddenly I was startled to hear Ajax’s voice in my head, but I quickly realized that it was only a telepathic message. He was communicating through our mind link.

He asked me to leave my door open tonight, that he wanted to speak to me. I was unsure of what to do. I was scared, but I also felt a pull towards Ajax, a desire to understand him and to help him. I knew I couldn't ignore his request, so I nodded my head in agreement and he walked away.

As the cloud began to get dark, I got ready for bed. I changed into my nightgown and brushed my hair. Then I turned off the lights and climbed into bed.

But I left the door open, just as I had promised. I closed my eyes, trying to get some sleep. But my mind was racing, filled with thoughts of Ajax and the conflict that still lingered between them. I tossed and turned, unable to find any peace.

As the hours passed, I finally began to drift off to sleep. My body relaxed, and my mind began to slow down. Just as I was beginning to dream, I felt a presence in the room.

I quickly opened my eyes, and there was Ajax, standing by my bedside.

I quickly sat up, my heart racing.

"What are you doing here?" I asked, my voice quiet but urgent.

“I came to talk to you," He said, his voice gentle but firm. "I need to tell you something."

"I know you are also Aiden’s mate," Ajax said, looking at me intently.

"But I want you to know that I'm not going to let him have you. I'm going to fight for you, with everything I have." He said and I was stunned.

I had never imagined that Ajax would feel this way about me.

"But why?" I asked, unable to understand his motivations. "Why do you care about me so much?"

"Because you're my mate," He replied, his voice filled with sincerity. "I've known it since the moment I first saw you. I've never felt this way about anyone else. You're special, and I'm going to do everything in my power to protect you."

I was speechless. I had never thought of myself as special, but his words made me feel like I was. For the first time, I felt truly seen and understood.

“Do you love me, Zelda?”

He looked at me expectantly, but I found myself unable to answer his question. My heart was full of confusion, and I didn't know what to say.

I cared deeply for him, but I'm also a mate to his brothers. I didn't know how to reconcile these conflicting emotions.

"I don't know what to say," I finally said, my voice shaking. "I just...I don't know."

He smiled softly, his eyes full of understanding. "I know this is confusing for you," he said, his voice soothing.

“I'm not asking you to make a decision right now. I just wanted you to know how I feel. And I wanted to show you that I care."

Before I could respond, he leaned forward and kissed me. It was a gentle, tentative kiss, and I felt my heart flutter. I didn't know what to do, but I didn't want him to stop.

I felt a wave of emotion wash over me. I closed my eyes and allowed myself to get lost in the moment. I never felt this way before even though I've did it once with Alaric, he was rather punishing me than pleasure.

As the kiss got deeper, I wanted to savor every second. I felt his hand on my cheek, his touch soft and reassuring. I felt safe and protected, and for the first time in my life, I felt truly loved.

He slowly pushes me on the bed, then a small voice in the back of my mind reminds me of the consequences of my actions.

I knew that by giving in to my feelings for Ajax, I was risking everything with Aiden and Alaric. I knew I was my reputation, and my future. But at that moment, none of that mattered.

Next morning…

The moment I woke up. Something felt different, and it took me a moment to realize what it was. Ajax was gone, his presence no longer there.

I felt a wave of regret wash over me, and I buried my head in my hands. I knew I had made a terrible mistake, and I didn't know how to fix it.

I felt lost and alone, and I didn't know what to do next.

As I sat in despair, I noticed a letter on the nightstand next to my bed. I picked it up and saw Ajax’s name on it.

I quickly opened the letter and began to read. "Dear Zelda," The letter began.

"I hope this letter finds you well. I'm sorry to say that I have left the kingdom,” I instantly paused and I closed the letter.

Slowly I continued reading, and the letter went on to say that he had left to find himself, to discover who he truly was. He said that he wanted to be the best version of himself, so that he could be the best partner for me. He promised that he would return to me, stronger and wiser than before. He said that until then, he would think of me every day, and he would dream of the day when we would be reunited.

After reading it, my eyes became watery, and I gave in to the tears that threatened to fall. Crying as though I've lost him.

Slowly I wiped the tears from my eyes, but more kept coming. I knew that Ajax was doing the right thing, but it didn't make it any easier.

I felt a sense of loss and longing, a deep sadness that I couldn't shake. But I also felt a sense of hope, a belief that one day, everything would be okay. I folded the letter and placed it in a drawer, next to my heart. Knowing that Ajax would always be a part of me, no matter what happened.