The moment Ayanna left... Louis turn to his brother.
"she sounded so cold and less bothered". Louis troubled voice boomed out. "I was just happy and I offered her the opportunity a lunarian will jump on its feets for". He said but he's brother was far from his own thoughts that he didn't know when Louis began whining beside him."Brother.." Louis tapped his brother when he didn't get a reply from him..
"yes dear". Darius looked at his brother . "what were you saying."
"No you... what's going on in your mind... your wife just put to bed with the help of the witch herself... but instead of being happy, you're here all moody... Why?". Louis asked his question with a cocked brow.
"Well... I just asked her the reason she came without invitation"
"and what did she say?"
"well... she said that she sensed it ... and her duty is to save people".Darius said with a heaved breath.
"what?... she sensed Desta's condition?". king Darius nod his head. "oh... she's so mysterious and creepy... anyways her creepy attitude still helped".
"yh". Darius smiled before turning to staring at his palm. "I have a little princess to carry ... oh Royalty will be all over the moon. his wish finally come to pass!".
"In aspect of the Princess... how did Ayanna Know of her gender... " Louis boomed again feeling so shocked when she made such revelation and it came to pass
"she's a witch Louis ... she can do and undo altogether.". Darius laughed out and took his brothers hand.. "now quit those silly thoughts and questions of yours let's go and Welcome my Princess... Princess Aria Astrid Rucker Slayer!"
"oh you and this you're parable names brother... the first one is Royalty Azaria Rucker Slayer... Now it's Aria Astrid Rucker Slayer ". Louis chuckled as the both head to the Queen's Chamber.
"Actually Azaria means the gods has helped.. you remember How My Baby girl birth Azaria like a Hebrew woman.."
"of course brother... I can remember how I woke up to hear the news... I was angry that I wasn't nearby to withness Royalty's birth". Louis pouted and his brother laughed heartily at him.
"I'm sorry bro... same goes to me .. but in all that, all is well... the to my lovely beloveth daughter Aria Astrid... Astrid means Divine strength while Aria means Air or melody evoking the magical and mysterious ".
"wow.. I'm already in love with my little princess names... They're what they called Epics... Like Epical ". Louis said and Darius kept smiling as they both entered his wife's Chamber...
"look who we have here ... Griselda". Queen Modesta said to her cooing daughter as her husband and his brother came to view.
"Griselda?". yes... both the Darius and his brother echoed together.
"Yes Griselda... My grey Battle... she will be such a strong and resilient princess". Modesta said again with a smile lingering her lips.
"Oh dear..." Darius uttered and took a seat on a free space on her bed...
the Physicians, Attendants and Nurses were done with clearing things up. the bowed repeatedly at the king and his brother before leaving."Brother have given Griselda a name Desta". Louis said with a chuckle.
"Really?". Modesta asked and Darius nod with a pout.
"I named her Aria Astrid. meaning gods help... air and melody".
"wow!". Modesta uttered... "the names are cool... Aria Astrid Griselda!".
"Aww!." Darius leaned in and gave her a kiss.. " You made a point dear".
"is the names not too much for the little girl?... remember I haven't given her my own name". Louis interrupted the love birds.
"Oh please Louis... when you have your own child ... you can give him or her a name of your choice ". Darius smirked at his brother who's face suddenly changed to someone that's wants to cry...
"it's not fair". Louis stomped on his feets making Modesta to burst out in laughter...
oh God .. the maids are not here to witness this childish grown up man."What is not fair huh?". Darius question his brother... the smirk not leaving his face.
Modesta's laughter increased at Louis funny face.
"Oh.. please Honey stop it... I don't wanna witness a grown up man crying his ass out!"."I won't cry".
"of course you would". Both Darius and Modesta said together.
Louis open and close his mouth like a fish...
unable to believe that this 2 are taunting him. " I get it... you're taunting me again Brother!.. and you too Desta... I cant believe the both of you ". Louis huffed"I'm sorry ". Modesta immediately apologized in-between laughter... "so what name do you wanna give Aria Astrid Griselda.?"
Louis huffed and fold his hand beneath his chest.. "Never mind... I will give my own daughter the name "
"what???... why?... why don't you want to give Aria a name." Modesta asked..
"What exact name do you have for my daughter kid bro". Darius ask this time feeling concern that his brother won't pertake in giving Aria a name.
"well the name I have in mind is Luna"
"Luna?". the name rolled out of modesta's lips.
"Goodness the name sounds Odd!". Darius uttered and and burst into laughter again...
"Honey?". Modesta called in a warning tone.
Louis just chuckled at his brother's taunts...
"well Luna means Moon... and I get a feeling that my first child will be born on the night of full Moon... ""Your first child with Sapphire?". Modesta asked with a smile.
"Yh!". Louis uttered dreamily.
"What if your first child happens to be a Boy?".Darius asked this time around not laughing.. he was just smiling at his brother's random thoughts
"Nope ... I can feel it... it will be a Girl... a Princess of Lunaris... Princess Luna. I witnessed Arias Birth. and I have a strong connection that mine will bear the same gender with Aria"
"Aww!". the 2 couple awwed and Louis smiled.
"Anyways... it's nothing... till then... when my little Moon shows up,,I will be the happiest man alive if my wish ever comes to pass". Louis stated with a more brightening smile... and his brother immediately nod his head.
"Anything for you kiddo". Darius uttered and stood up.
he gave his brother a loving hug.. "You deserve more than This... I would have said a P***y for you but I can't stand seeing sapphire heartbroken once she found out that you cheated on her". Darius whispered to his brother's ears before breaking off the hug..Louis cheek flamed up as he stare disgustingly at his brother... "You're a ....."
the rest of his words died in his mouth when his brother's hand covered his mouth."Hey Azaria". Darius uttered in shock seeing his 7 year old boy standing at the door post staring at them with tears in his eye..
Louis immediately turn to the little frame.. "Royalty?".
"No body told me that Mummy put to bed.... why?". Royalty demanded as multiple tears kept running down his eye...
Modesta sighed in defeat...
her son won't take no as an excuse... not when what his demanding for is currently right in his presence."Ro ... listen I.. is..." Darius began stammering not knowing where to start his explanation...
"anyways". Royalty interrupted them... "Where is my sister".
"right here!". Modesta waved at him and his eye lightened... more like the tears in his eyes disappeared instantly...
"Really?". Royalty uttered as he skip towards his mother..
"Azaria slow down please.." Darius cautioned but got a snap in return.
"Don't talk to me daddy... for the rest of today" he huffed and look at his mother.
Louis chuckled at his brother's expression... "Even you too Uncle Louis... the both of you should avoid me throughout today".Azaria voice echoed and Louis jaw dropped...
"What??... me?... ""Yh you!". Darius chuckled at his brother's expression..
guess he won't be the only one facing his son's punishment ...
Louis too will have a Taste of Azaria's Wrath..Sapphire's angry voice echoed through the castle corridors as she chased after the guards who were leading Ayanna away. Andrea tried to catch up to her, but she was too fast."Ayanna, you witch!" Sapphire screamed, her eyes blazing with fury. "I'll kill you for what you've done to Louis!"The guards finally stopped in front of the courtroom doors, and Ayanna was dragged inside. Sapphire burst in after her, Andrea close behind.Darius who was already seated on his Throne stood up to Sapphire's rage."Sapphire" Darius called underneath his breath...Sapphire who was consumed with rage stormed towards Ayanna and grab her already scattered hair."So, Ayanna," Sapphire spat, her voice venomous. "You're the one who's been casting spells on Louis. You're the one who's been hurting him.""I didn't do it". Ayanna spat back... her eyes raged. "I didn't hurt him"."You liar". Sapphire growled and landed a dirty ear piercing slap on Ayanna's cheek. "Don't lie to me," she hissed. "I know all about
EARLY THE NEXT MORNING LUNARIS CASTLE The sun had barely risen over the castle walls, but the atmosphere was already tense. The news of Prince Louis's condition had spread like wildfire, and the castle was abuzz with worry and speculation.The Royal Maids Gathered as they all whispered in anxiety 🗣️: what I'm I hearing??? 🗣️: Is it really true? 🗣️: Prince Louis... How?whispers and murmurs filled the already tensed air. The Royal Guards keep shaking their heads in displeased.In the middle of the castle stood a Hundreds of Armies. some with their bows and arrows why others stood with their spears and swords.. it was a sight to behold.. because the summoning of half quarter of the armies have its own meaning in Lunaris.🗣️: I overheard from one of the royal physicians, that Ayanna is behind this. one of the maids mumbled and the others gasp in shocks.🗣️: What? 🗣️:Ayanna? 🗣️: How?🗣️: The princess is in a terrible state.. knowing fully well that her wedding with Louis
***** INTERROGATION ROOMBoston led Ayanna to the interrogation room, her chains clanking against the cold stone floor.Ayanna's heart sank as she saw the ominous devices lining the walls."What's going to happen to me?" she whispered.Boston's expression remained neutral."Your Majesty will get the truth out of you."Ayanna's eyes widened."Truth? I've told the truth! I didn't harm Louis."Boston Glared at her. "You must be a really hard nut to crack Ayanna". Boston uttered as he pushed her forward... her chains clanked noisely...Ayanna's desperation grew."Please, Boston, you have to believe me..I didn't do it."Before Boston could respond, Darius stormed in."Begin the interrogation," he ordered.A hooded figure emerged from the shadows."My Lord?""Use any means necessary," Darius growled.Ayanna trembled."No... please."The hooded figure approached her."You'll tell the truth," Darius snarled at Ayanna's trembling figure. as he silently took his seat to watch what will display
LUNARIS CASTLE: Darius's anguish-filled cries echoed through the chamber. Boston, overcome with emotion, knelt beside him."Your... Your Majesty," Boston whispered, placing a hand on Darius's shoulder.Darius's grip on Louis's hand tightened."Don't leave me, Louis... Please," Darius begged, his voice cracking. "Wake up for me!". he begged like a desperate manof course he's a desperate Man.****"I feel so sorry for His Majesty!". One of he Physician mumbled beneath her breath..."Even me too!... I feel sorry for him.""What just happened?"."I heard Ayanna is behind it ... she's behind our Prince Critical Condition". The head Physician uttered and the rest shouted in shock."WHAT!". they all gasp in shock."This can't be!" one physician exclaimed."Ayanna, The Witch?.. Someone we all praise for her Good deeds to the Royal family ?".another asked."How could she do this to Prince Louis?" a third physician whispered."My Mind keeps telling me that something ain't Right at all...""A
LUNARIS CASTLE:Ayanna's struggles against the guards were futile. She was dragged, kicking and screaming, through the castle corridors."You'll pay for this!" she spat at Boston.Boston's expression remained cold."Save your breath, Ayanna. The King will decide your fate."The guards tossed Ayanna into the dark, damp dungeon.She landed hard on the stone floor, her wrists and ankles shackled."Ayanna Mahatma, you're accused of treason," A guard announced.Ayanna's eyes blazed."I didn't harm Louis! The Darkness did!"The guard scoffed."Save your lies for the King."As the guard departed, Ayanna's desperation grew.She needed Shadow's guidance."Shadow... please!" she whispered.she can feel how empty her body was.was this what shadow was trying to tell her?.or was this another reaction shadow didn't tell her...Banging loudly on the Iron Barricade.she yelled loudly.. " let me out... I didn't do it"which of course fell on deaf ears...cos no one came to her aid...And that was wh
LUNAR EASTERN FOREST:Ayanna Stood as she stare at the dazzling bright Moonlight with tears clouding her vision..Her eyes were puffy from too much cries...Her mind,Soul and body was blank at the very moment, as she stare at the moonlight ... Humming a song inside her mind.Dismissing all thoughts...All disturbing thoughts from her mind...She hummed in a Hoarse voice...🎧In the silver light, I sit and breath🎧🎧My Heart beats slow, My soul release 🎧🎧The weight of the Day, The world's loud Din🎧🎧Fades to silence, As the moon slips in🎧A tear slip down her eye as she sniffed continuously.Her hands not letting go off the window Frame.🎧Oh Mystical Night, Envelope me🎧🎧In shadows dark, and secret free🎧🎧I call upon the Ancient ones🎧🎧To guide my path, Beneath the moon's soft throne🎧*Sniff... Sniff...🎧The forest whispers, Ancient truth reveals🎧🎧The wind carries, Mystics whispers feels 🎧🎧The stars above, A twinkling sea🎧🎧Reflecting dreams yet to be🎧🎧Oh my
THE NEXT MORNING:LUNARIS CASTLE:6:39Am"My Princess please calm Down, We will find Prince Louis". One of the maid begged on Sapphire who sprawled on the floor in Darius office...Tears smeared her pretty face and her eye blood shot red."It's been 6 freaking hours now... where is my Louis... I need my Louis... please My Louis". She cried and hit her fist on the floor in anguish...Darius too was thrown into desperation...he have searched every inch and crook of his castle for his brother...but he was nowhere to be found..For the Past 3 Hours... he have been restless...The guards stationed at the entrance gate were on their knees before him..."For the last time... where is My brother!".Darius snarled..."You Majesty... we can swear with our lives... we were on guard last night but we didn't see any trace of the Prince". One of the said with head bow..."Where the is my BROTHER... DID SOMEONE CAME IN HERE AND ABDUCT MY BROTHER?...".Silence!"ANSWER ME!". Darius roared and they
LUNAR EASTERN FOREST:Ayanna sat on the bare floor why meditating to the Egyptian gods and goddesses,symbols of Elements, Zodiac signs.Since after casting several spells to defy the darkness.it kept swallowing her up...she cried... and wish this won't happen.but she don't have a choice.It will surely happen..maybe tonight or other day.Shadow have been nowhere to be found.she f**ked up big time..she should have at least listened to Shadow.but it's now too late to regret.Now she's meditating... to keep her mind away from troubles and find peace and solace...but who's she to kid.That was the Exact Minute the Darkness choose to consume her ...leaving her Mindless just like Shadow said.Ayanna was still,, black blood dripping from her eye as it slowly went open..."Louis.... It's time". her lips moved as she said those. words Her eyes were deep black and dripping of blood.Her aura changed to a domineering cold one..Her tone,, Was emotionless."It's time!". she mumbled out
LATER THAT NIGHT:Throughout the day, Sapphire have been ignoring Louis.More like avoiding him...No.. he should be the one to avoid her... Rather, The reverse is the case.She's avoiding him mainly because she hated the fact that Ayanna charmed him.She knew right from he start... right from the moment back then during the dinner night that Ayanna had a motive...she can Remember how Ayanna bluntly rejected the king's offer and mainly had her gaze on Louis...Their was something ongoing that he didn't know about..Maybe Louis might know but he wouldn't tell her...C'mon.... what's just wrong with Everything...Everyone keeps annoying her,, Not to talk of Andrea...yh.. Andrea... she reported him to her father but guess what...the Old man Loves and Cherished him just like his son...According to what her father said to her, He trusted Andrea and know he won't do such.He even went ahead and told her to lay no such complain about Andrea...whatever Fault Andrea have, He(Thaddeus) wil