AmbitionsThey crossed the bailey and took the stone walkway through the large double doors to the inner sanctum of the castle.The horse’s hooves clicking over the cobbles as they were led just inside the King’s outer Throne Room.Suddenly the mare exploded.Forcing the stallions to fight to control her, the mare suddenly bucked. Shockingly strong for her minute size.Heretic received a solid kick to the haunches. His head spun back to look at her.Zier gave his cheek two pats, directing him.Instead of reacting on the rage Zierno glimpsed, Heretic snorted at the other male. Causing the other war horse to pivot with him.They both pinned her hind end firmly between them. Twisting their heads away, which tightened the ropes holding her neck. Well trained in what to do with belligerent captives.Making her duck her head but against them but keep moving forward. Snorting as she fought for breath against the bigger mounts.Immobilized she gave a high whinny of objection but was still. Lo
To Touch a Mist MareZierno was awestruck by the look of her in this glorious room.The light beaming down caught in the sparkling glints of silver in her white coat, making her shine like sunlight across a watery surface. Shimmering as brightly as the stone floor.Zierno turned triumphantly to the crowd in the Receiving Room. Assembled so speedily to take in this sight.Servants scattered to the far walls, staring in awe at the flawless creature. Her mane fell in shining waves and her tail draped down to drag across the marble behind her. Her hooves were an unnatural white, almost opalescent. Wide golden eyes beneath heavy black lashes flicked up to glance at the king. Watching the beast Zier saw fear in her gaze for the first time as the king began slowly stepping down the stairs to the lower level. His stare was riveted on her velvet muzzle and flowing mane, soft and beckoning touching them was irresistible.Zierno saw Eben’s eyes glazing and the way he looked at the mare. Certain
SeveredEben’s fingers were covered in a thick white substance which was now spider-webbing over the back of his hand. Her flesh formed around the sides of his palm. Trying to consume his hand.Dorin, The Captain of the Guard, immediately began commanding his force. Turning on Zierno. “You and your men get back!”Zierno glared at him.“Now!”Guards caught Zierno’s arms and began pulling him away from Eben.Drawing his sword, Dorin spoke to Eben. His tone calm, uncaring, despite the chaos. “When I tell you, pull away from it as hard as you can.”The beast was tossing its head. Eyes flaring red and then going gold alternately. Shaking as though having some inward struggle.Dorin intends to take advantage of that.Zierno could see it unfolding.“Don’t!” He shouted at Eben, struggling against the guards holding him. “If you miss, you could kill him!”“Do it!” Dorin ordered.Lip curled in disgust and teeth gritted Eben gave a stiff nod. He threw his weight backward, yanking the mare’s flex
RecompenseEben was shouting in his face. Intent on hanging the animal’s head above his mantle in vengeance for her crimes.It struck Zier that doing so would be quite a shame. She is one of a kind.He remembered how trustingly she’d allowed him to lead her into the castle.Zier’s brows drew together, and his chest was heaving with his anger. Furious that Eben would accuse him of purposely betraying him.And then tell me what to do with the prize I acquired.Yes, Zierno had intended her to be Eben’s but the thought of slaughtering her in the King’s name seemed a damn shame.“It’s a waste of a powerful beast.” Zier objected.“I’ll make that decision, Mercenary.” Eben hissed.Twice today, he’s reminded me how low I am.Gritting his teeth, Zierno collected his sword and spun. His cloak billowing around behind him as his boots clicked over the marbled floor. He adjusted it over his shoulder. Straightening where it dangled, from his recent toil.Storming through the doors of the Receiving
RefugeI have to get her somewhere safe. It was Zier’s only thought.Even as he heard the clatter of armor coming through the castle.And drawing nearer the stables.A knot tied his gut.Keep her safe. Get her away from here. He’d never felt such a strong compulsion to do anything in his life.She looked utterly helpless, and some piece of his soul knew that she needed him on a level that he could never have articulated.He was anxious that someone was going to catch him. Catch sight of her.Without knowing why, he was certain that would prove dangerous.EBENEben restlessly paced his personal chambers.Filled with something between fury and remorse, it was impossible for him to quiet.“What’s wrong, Liege?” Dorin asked. Watching him with a flicker of annoyance.“My closest friend has betrayed me.”“The mercenary?”“He’s a bit more than that.” Eben snapped. “As you are aware.”Dorin had been Captain of the Guard when he and Zier were still young yet. He had seen their friendship bloom
An IrritantDorin returned, gripping Liba’s arm and dragging her into the King’s chambers.Eben awaited her, sitting on the edge of his bed.“Service your King.” Dorin thrust her into the chamber and closed the door. Turning the lock as she rounded to slap the wood, desperately trying to flee.She spun back toward Eben as he crossed the room. Catching her by the throat and holding her against the door. “There you are, Slave.”“P-please…My King. Not-not tonight…I…”“I don’t care.” He dismissed. With his other hand he wrenched the dress she wore to the side. Exposing the thin leather strap covering her nipple. He hooked it with a finger and scooted it aside. Seeing that the red marks wearing into her shoulder was lessened today.“You’ve taken this off.” He batted her face.Making her gasp and her cheek redden.“What have I told you?”“I never take it off, My King.” She gripped the hand tightening on her neck. Giving him a wide-eyed look.“My King?” He snapped acidly.“Master.” She corre
Sacrificed“The others?” Dorin reared back in affront. “Is that how you qualify me?”“You’re not protecting me!” She defended.“Get up.” He said coldly.She climbed to her feet, holding herself, trying to keep the leather straps from pulling at her.Dorin caught her viciously by the arm and began pulling her as roughly as he’d brought her.“No! Please stop.”“Shut up.” He snapped. Clearly disillusioned, he walked her back to the door of the dungeons. Looking around to ensure no one saw as he turned the key and shoved her down. Pushing at her shoulders while she squealed in agony every time her step was rushed.“Men.” He announced from the bottom of the stairs. Making the five knights watching prisoners there, turn to him. “This woman is no longer under my protection. Have at her.”One of them rose immediately.Liba gave Dorin a begging look, but he’d already given her his back and was heading back upstairs.Ignoring her shouts as the knights dragged her further into the dungeon chambe
Demons WithinShe was squealing but with her face jammed in the hay, it was of no consequence to him. Notes he barely heard.He guided himself towards her fine puckered hole. So excited he was nearly shaking in anticipation. Certain her small frame guaranteed she’d be tight. He pushed parted her cheeks with his palms and positioned himself, so he hooked just in the entrance. He lurched up to align with her and pushed past the tense muscles guarding the opening and well into her narrow back channel. Sinking into the heat which gripped him. Feeling like its warmth was tugging him in further.He moaned in pleasure. Going still, as he savored her heat and tautness. Which were clutching at him beckoning him in further. He strained to touch deeper. Leaning over her, he felt her soft skin under his chest and couldn’t resist flattening out over her. Resting his legs along the back of hers until her small body was entirely covered by his larger one. His swollen belly resting perfectly in the c