LOGINGavriel and Althea happened to meet Prophet Elior on their way to Ward Manor, so Gavriel invited the older man to join them for dinner since the manor was along the way anyway.“It’s so nice to see you again,” Althea said with a warm smile while they sat inside the carriage. “How long are you planning to stay in our kingdom? Can you stay longer?” she asked enthusiastically. She genuinely wanted to learn more from him and hoped he would remain for a while.She already had his written guides and scriptures, but it felt different having Prophet Elior personally there to teach and guide them.The prophet chuckled softly. “Yes, I will be staying longer. His Majesty also requested it. He wants me to oversee the Spiritual Elite Guards that he recently formed.”Althea nodded excitedly.Soon, their carriage came to a stop as they arrived at Ward Manor.The moment they stepped inside, Althea suddenly felt something unsettling.“What’s wrong?” Gavriel asked when, instead of following the butle
Riela was smiling brightly as she watched Beatrice and Uriel together. Beatrice was clearly in cloud nine, her smile radiant and full of happiness. The two of them walked hand in hand as they left first, heading to Ward Manor to have dinner with Minister Marius and formally ask for Beatrice’s hand.“Women in love bloom like flowers. It’s so refreshing to watch,” she heard her mother say from behind.Riela smiled and gently took her mother’s arm, hugging it affectionately. “Indeed. I’m so glad Beatrice and Uriel ended up together like this. They look really good together,” she seconded with a bright smile.“Let’s head out as well,” she added, leading her mother toward their carriage. Her mother had represented Uriel in place of his parents, who had both passed away long ago in battle.Uriel had practically grown up under their household, alongside Riela and Gavriel, under their mother’s care.So they decided to accompany him, even personally helping him choose gifts for the Ward hous
Althea smiled as she watched from the balcony, the twins playing with Ash. It had been a while since she last touched or played with the little wolf, who was growing quickly now. She would have loved to join them, but she always ended up sneezing whenever Ash was around.A knock sounded, followed by a guard’s voice announcing that Healer Lakan had arrived. Melva quickly moved to open the door.“Your Majesty,” Lakan greeted with a respectful bow.Althea returned his greeting with a smile before walking toward the bed and lying down so he could examine her condition.“Isn’t my baby a bit too sensitive?” she asked as Lakan checked her abdomen.Melva, who was preparing hot chocolate nearby, chimed in, “I agree, Your Majesty. Our royal heir seems a bit sensitive… and quite picky too.”After a few more minutes of examination, Lakan suddenly looked at her with a wide smile, his eyes gleaming.“Congratulations, Your Majesty,” he said enthusiastically. “I am now certain—you are carrying twins.
Kingdom of VelmoraZander massaged his temples as he went through the growing pile of petitions before him.“You should’ve anticipated this, especially now that many are eager to pledge their allegiance to you,” Arlan commented, casually picking up the scrolls Zander had tossed aside and reviewing them one by one.“I did,” Zander replied with a sigh. “I just didn’t expect it this early. I’m still stabilizing our house, and there’s so much left to do. We still need to subdue the houses of Aquyra and Pyrelith. Do they really think I have time to marry right now?”He frowned, clearly irritated. Both the houses of Zephyros and Terravane had been relentlessly pushing him to marry their princesses.“Hah! Most men would be thrilled with those offers,” Arlan said with an amused grin. “Imagine having a harem of beautiful women, and princesses at that. I’d say they’re aiming to secure at least one of their own as your future queen once you establish your rule over the continent.”“There’s noth
Beatrice’s smile was so wide that she barely got any sleep, the overwhelming bliss from last night still bubbling inside her. Everything had gone perfectly, from Uriel’s confession to the moment they finally made their relationship official.She couldn’t wait to tell Princess Riela the good news.She quickly called her maidservant to help her get ready for the day. Once she was done and stepped outside, she was startled to see Uriel waiting by her door, leaning casually against the opposite wall.He straightened immediately when he saw her.A blush rose to her cheeks as she gave him her sweetest smile. He seemed momentarily taken aback, lips parting slightly as he stared at her.“Good morning. Don’t you have your royal court session with the king this morning?” she asked, doing her best to stay composed while quietly squealing inside.“It’s almost lunch… and I thought you might want to eat with me,” Uriel quickly replied.Beatrice had completely lost track of time and nearly forgot th
In the bedchamber where Kael was being kept, Elara, one of the royal healers who had recently become part of the special elite group formed by the King and Queen called the Spiritual Guards, had been assigned to personally watch over him.She had just finished praying for his recovery when she moved to sit at the edge of the bed to check on him again.His body was stable and unharmed, but he was still unconscious.“You should fight it,” she told him softly. “The battle inside your mind. Don’t be deceived by the darkness.”She couldn’t help but feel sorry for him. From what she had sensed earlier, she already had some idea of what had happened. She felt and smelled the dark entities trying to enter and take hold of Kael’s body. Spirits of envy, jealousy, and others connected to his lingering desire for the Queen.“There’s no point in letting yourself fall into total destruction,” she continued with a quiet sigh. “Be glad that the Queen is in good hands and is happy. You need to let go
Gavriel moved faster than anyone. He caught Althea in his arms before she hit the ground.“Althea—!” His voice cracked with tension he didn’t show to anyone else.Her head lolled weakly against his shoulder, her breath shallow.Gavriel turned sharply toward Zander. “What’s happening?!”Zander swall
“It’s the antidote for your mother,” Zander said, hand trembling. “I gave Ava a potion so she could manipulate the Queen Mother.”Gavriel’s jaw tightened. “You let that wretch control my mother?”“Yes. I’ll accept whatever punishment you decide. But the antidote works, give it to her as soon as you
Gavriel chuckled softly. He was completely bare with her when it came to his emotions, and she felt the way his desire stirred beneath the surface even as he tried to suppress it.Shaking his head, he guided her back to the bed. “We’re just resting. Sleeping. You need full recovery and full strengt
The way back to the palace was a blur of wind and rage as Gavriel and Uriel came out from Urie’s portal. Gavriel didn’t speak at all. Uriel followed a few paces behind him, silent as well, sensing the storm simmering beneath the Alpha King’s skin.They crossed through the palace’s courtyard at full







