Mag-log inHyacinth's POV The Human Settlement was thriving, and to an extent, they didn't need me anymore. They had enough protection, and had already easily built their own protection. Liora was nervous the whole time we toured the settlement. I couldn't tell if she wanted to see Nathaniel or not. “Are we spending the night here?” Liora asked since it had gotten dark and we hadn't left. “We just finished speaking with people, we can always go back to the palace any time.” I said. “But I'm sure the King wants to see you now.” Liora said with a sense of urgency in her voice. We ended up staying in the settlement for a great deal of the night, and only left when it was dawn. Having so many guards had done a lot for my confidence. I slept off immediately I got to the palace, and was only woken by Liora. “Don't you sleep?” I groaned, rolling lazily on the bed. “I do, but not as much as you do.” She dissed, constantly touching me. “Liora…” I groaned, pushing her hands off my body. “The wi
Hyacinth's POV “I'd like it if you don't dump stuff like this on me again without a notice.” I said, trying to take in all the information Kael had just disseminated. “I'm also in shock.” Kael muttered, staring at nothing in particular. I couldn't tell if he had zoned out, or if he was thinking deeply about something. “If they were supposedly in love, why would she kill her?” I asked, snapping my fingers in front of Kael's face. He shook his head like he was forcing himself out of his head. “That's the only question I can't seem to wrap my head around.” Kael said, resting into the bed. I sat beside him, held his hand for moral support, and I also went quiet. None of it made sense anymore, and only Lady Lois could answer the questions that had arisen. “I always believed my father didn't hurt Aunt Lois because he couldn't kill his own sister, but now, I'm not so sure.” Kael muttered. I exhaled deeply, pulling Kael close to myself. I rested his head on my chest while patting his
Kael's POV Fifteen years ago…I stood outside my mother's quarters with Dacian by my side. The palace had been in a terrible state of unrest for a week. I knew nothing was right between my parents, but I couldn't tell why either. No one ever told me anything. Not even Aunt Lois. We watched as the White faction and several members of the Green faction filled my mother's palace. They couldn't see us from where we stood because it was a blind spot. “Why do you think they're here?” I asked Dacian who was also looking on like me, observing the situation. “I honestly can't tell. I'm… scared and worried.” Dacian said, hesitating a little. The controversies around my mum's presence in the palace had tripled over the weeks. Everyone seemed to want her gone, and I couldn't bring myself to see why they hated her so much. She's human and weak, so? Shouldn't that make them feel safer, not threatened?“Pearl Vaelthorn, come out and receive your punishment.” Aunt Lois growled with a thick voic
Kael's POV “Hyacinth, what are you saying?” I asked, feeling the world crashing down around me. “Estelle in the books your mum wrote was her husband's sister. She found out in the weirdest way possible.” Hyacinth said. “I was going to tell you that night, but…” “There's no way it's her.” I muttered, unable to catch my breath. Before I could speak another word, I had fallen to the ground— another panic attack.Everything suddenly made sense. The past made sense, and it got more complicated. I understood why she spent so much time with my mum, and why they seemed close. And then, I didn't understand why they just grew apart suddenly. I didn't understand any of it. And I understood it at the same time. Hyacinth hurriedly crouched beside me, raising my back up a little. She held both my hands, placing one on her chest, helping me to breathe at the same time she was breathing, and then placed the other one on hers. “It's okay, Kael. I'm here.” Hyacinth whispered. “We'll get through th
Kael's POV I didn't want to leave Hyacinth, but I had to. I had to bring justice to the mad person that orchestrated this terrible event. Although she looked and seemed better, I couldn't tell for sure that all was fine with her in the head. I could only hope. The court officials bowed as I walked in, greeting loudly. I sat on the throne, waving my hands to them. “Your Majesty, we ask that you consider replacing the Que…” Lord Dalton said, but was cut off by someone else. “Your Majesty, congratulations on the safe arrival of the Queen.” Lord Thomas said with a bright smile. Half of the chiefs in the court gasped in surprise. It made me wonder how Lord Thomas came about the information when it was supposed to be very private. “Yes, your Majesty. We also only heard in the early hours of this morning.” Lord Balde Pyrethorn added. I scoffed, shaking my head. I maintained eye contact with the culprit, but he instantly took his eyes off. I could hear how loud his heart was thumping.
Hyacinth's POV Kael spooned me to sleep. When we got to the palace, he bathed me, cleaned me up and settled me in bed. He forced me to eat a little without saying anything really. His eyes were glowing like he was still mad about what happened. Of course, he's still mad. I felt safe in his arms, letting him pull me as close as he wanted to. I tried not to imagine what would have happened if he hadn't shown up when he did. I'd probably be dead, and a war would have most likely broken out. When I woke up, Kael was still in bed with me. I rolled over to the side so I could see his face.“Did you sleep well?” Kael asked with red glowing eyeballs. “Yes.” I whispered, thankful I didn't have nightmares. “Why didn't you sleep?” “I couldn't.” He muttered. Has my presence somehow lost its charm or appeal? “Why?” “I don't know.” He shrugged, pulling a few strands of my hair behind my head. “Do you know who did this?” I asked , and he nodded gently. “Who?” “I'd like to kill him first.”
Hyacinth's POV I sat in my room after escorting the envoys , and getting suddenly kissed by Kael. I knew why he did it, and the reason made me very uncomfortable. I sat with Queen Pearl's second book, halfway through with it, but I couldn't get past a page. “My lady, what's wrong?” Liora asked, a
Kael's POV The palace was thrown into a frenzy. Everyone was trying to find Hyacinth while I just sat on top of the hill, alone. I was making peace with the knowledge that she had left me for Callum. I mean, after all I did, who wouldn't?Callum probably offers stability and a good environment, wh
Kael's POVI sat down on the throne with the Faction leaders standing before me. I could tell that this mischievous suggestion was the idea of aunt Lois. Dacian and I kept talking through a mind link. “I wish I had abolished this Faction unity rubbish a long time ago.” I said. “Well, it has its o
Kael's POV I sat on my throne and watched the envoys bow, including Callum. I couldn't take my eyes off him no matter how hard I tried. I wanted to know what was so special about him that she liked him that much. “We bring good tidings from King Vaelthorn. He wished to have come , but he's certai







