Nicolae's POV:
I smile realizing that I am slowly pushing her to the edge of madness causing her hunger to peak. Layla's mouth is just slightly open and I can see her eye teeth have grown. I remember her crying out in pleasure the moment my teeth sunk into her soft skin and how she had pushed me into herself harder in the moment of passion. I silently wonder what it would feel like if I was to let her mark me but then again I also have a feeling I will know soon enough what it feels like to be marked, and to be marked by the woman I love.
"If you really want me to restrain myself I will." Layla replies.
I pick Layla up and throw her onto the bed then throw my towel from my waist and quickly climb on top of her before she can get up.
"There will be no restraint tonight my love." I say then kiss her deeply.
I feel her hands explore my body slowly making their way down my abdomen. I begin to kiss down her neck stopping just before I reach the mark as
Nicolae's POV:A sudden knock comes from the door and I hear Zeke's voice from the other side."Breakfast is waiting in the kitchen for you and my lady master." Zeke says and then the room goes quiet again."I guess we need to get out of bed." Layla says as she stretches and begins to stand up."We need to go back to the manor today. I'm sure Lorie is wondering where we are." She says looking over her shoulder at me."Hmm, or my queen could come back to bed." I reply with a mischievous grin.Layla waves her hand in the air and in an instant she is clothed."Well that's no fun." I say jokingly."Maybe I should remove them." I continue."Nicolae I am walking out of this room so I suggest you leave my clothes where they are and that's on my body." She says walking to the door."I will punish you later for this my queen." I say as I get out of bed and walk towards her waving my hand and clothing myself as well.
Nicolae's POV:"Father, I think it's time we all take a trip. After all everyone should be made aware of who my family is...isn't that right Lorie." I say with a grin.My father looks at me for a moment then realizes that we are not alone."There's no use hiding, I know you are in here." I say playfully.Lorie cautiously makes herself visible and walks slowly towards me."You have been practicing." I say as I pat her head."Are you taking Layla away again?" Lorie asks looking down at the floor between us."Lorie, Layla is a very powerful person and she is also my wife. Layla may not be by your side all hours of the day and night but this will always be her home and she will always return here." I say trying to calm Lorie's fear."Are you really the devil?" Lorie asks me clearly."Yes I am." I say honestly and brace myself for the worst."What is a hallow?" She asks to my surprise."Well it's a bit complicated and hard to explain." I reply as I lift her into my lap."Are we really goin
Layla’s POV: The next morning we spent time settling Lorie into my old room and packing for our trip. Once we were all packed we met in the living room and Nicolae phazed us to the underworld where Zeke greeted us warmly. “Welcome back your majesty, my lady.” He said with a bow. “Thank you Zeke. Have you prepared the rooms already?” Nicolae asks as Lorie peaks out from behind me. “Yes I will escort you all to your rooms.” Zeke replies. Zeke shows Victor his room first then Lories then he takes us back to the room Nicolae and I were in the night before. “I request your presence in the conference room after you both have settled in your majesty.” Zeke says with a bow. “I will be there shortly.” Nicolae replies and Zeke leaves the room, closing the door behind him. “You seem to be distracted, my queen.” NIcolae says as he takes me in his arms. “Aren’t you worried that something might happen?” I ask as I lean into him. “Everything will be fine my love. Now let's go to the confer
Layla’s POV: I begin to shower as I let the warm water run over my tired body when Nicolae appears and takes me once more in the shower and then again in our bedroom.“What has gotten into you?” I ask breathlessly as I lay beneath him.“You smell so sweet my love I just can’t resist you.” He replied and began kissing me again.“Nicolae, we really need to get dressed. Lorie will be up soon and we still have things to do for the celebration in two weeks.” I say trying to fight back my own urges.“That we do, my love.” He replies and leans up to look down lovingly at me. He gives me one more kiss and then helps me out of our bed. With the wave of his hand we are dressed and ready for the day. We are going through our usual morning routine with planning and guest list prepping when I notice Victor standing off in the corner with a stern expression on his face.“Is something the matter?” I ask as I approach him.“Something feels off.” He says as he observes the room.I inhale sharply at
Layla’s POV:“You're here!” Lorie says as she runs into my arms.“I know sorry I'm late kiddo” I reply ruffling her hair.“So what would you like to do today?” I ask as I take her hand in mine.“Well I'm starving. Can we get lunch and ice cream?” She asks cheerfully.“Sure I know just the place!” I explain and then phase us to our favorite restaurant.Once Lorie and I have eaten I head to a local jump park for us to play and have a good time.“It’s been ages since I’ve had this much fun!” I say as Lorie and I jump into one of the many trampoline walls.“It feels like we haven't spent time together in ages!” She replies with a giggle.“I’m sorry things have been so hectic Lorie.” I say as we come to a rest.“It’s ok. Things will calm down once the celebration is over.” She says sweetly.“I know. In a way I can’t wait till it's over. I've learnt so much about being a queen this past week it's almost overwhelming.” I replied.“You're doing great! It will be ok.” She says as she gives me
Layla's POV:The next week and a half carries on like this between Nicolae and I and the day of the celebration is upon us before we know it. The castle is bustling with people and the day before the celebration a taylor comes by and makes sure my gown doesn't need any alterations. Nicolae and I stay so busy throughout the day that when we finally retire to our room we both fall fast asleep. The next morning when Nicolae and I are greeting guests a familiar woman stops before me.“Good day, your highness. It’s good to see you made it safely back and are well.” She says as she curtseys.“Yes thank you.” I say as I curtsey back.“I hope your daughter is well too.” She replies.“Oh she's not my daughter. She is actually Nicolae’s little sister but their mother died and I’ve just sort of taken her under my wing.” I say with a smile.“I see. Well regardless you will make a fine mother and addition to the royal family. My name is Amanda and you've met my husband Paul.” She says as the cab d
Layla’s POV:“Who can’t you find?” Nicolae asks as Amanda looks from me to Victor nervously.“Lorie’s missing, you have to come now!” He says pulling my hand and half dragging me from the room.Victor and I go into the conference room with Nicolae, Amanda, and Paul following closely behind us.“What happened?” Nicolae asks once the door is closed.“I should have followed my instincts. I knew something was going to happen, how could I be so foolish?!” I say as I begin to pace the floor with fear and worry.“Lorie is missing. Layla noticed she hadn’t seen her today so I went to her room where she was playing a few hours ago and she's gone.” Victor says in a huff.“Maybe she's outside or something.” Amanda chimes in.“She couldn’t have just disappeared. She has to be around here somewhere.” Nicolae replies.“No, I've checked everywhere! I even had other demons looking for her and she's nowhere in the castle or on the grounds.” Victor says as he leans over the table.I immediately try to
Layla’s POV:Just like that everyone in the room is adjourned with armour and weapons fit for a king and I can see the looks of shock and disbelief on many faces. I turn quickly and head out of the room to the exit with my small army trailing behind. Once outside Nicolae and I have everyone grab each other's arms and with one thought I tap into Nicolae’s power and phase us all to a location near where I sensed Lorie.We are well hidden by the tree line and as I observe the entrance to what looks to be a cave I begin to make a plan.‘I need my stealthiest people here!’ I mind link with everyone at once.Nine men come forward and I begin to go over what I want them to do through the mind link.‘I want four of you on the entrance guards. Take them out quietly. I want the other five to scout the area and look for any back exits there may be. I don't want this piece of scum slipping through our fingers, I will leave my link open when you are done let me know what you have found or if there