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: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: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

Nicolae's POV:“We need to get her comfortable.” Amanda says as Zeke appears.“Your majesty, your room is ready and prepared. Amanda has volunteered to watch over my lady’s health.” Zeke says as we swifty make our way to our chambers with Lorie running behind.I lay Layla gently down onto the bed and step back as Amanda begins checking Layla’s vitals and dabbing her forehead with a damp cloth. Lorie sat quietly next to the bed with worry and fear in her eyes with each ragged breath Layla took.“She’s going to be fine but we need to see a real doctor to check on the baby. She is not very far along but after what her body has been through we can’t take any chances.” Amanda says as she stands from the bedside.“Thank you. I have a friend that can possibly help with that.” I replied.“Very well. I will take Lorie to bed. You should rest as well, your majesty.” Amanda says before picking Lorie up and leaving the room.I slowly dress for bed and slide in next to Layla and hold her in my arm

Layla’s POV: Amanda begins to go over what procedures I will be undergoing tomorrow and we work together all afternoon on everything from baby names to a birthing plan. I was nervous and scared as my thoughts raced with all the information I had discovered in the few short hours I was awake but a sense of peace also lingered in my chest that I couldn’t explain. The next morning came quicker than I had intended and Nicolae took some time away from working to escort me to the doctor Amanda had found. Once the initial check up was complete I was rushed into a dark room where the doctor began to measure our baby. They told us it was still too early to detect a heartbeat and suggested that I come back in two weeks time. Nicolae and I agreed and after we had our next appointment we phased back to the underworld and began to prepare for our trip. Lorie was not excited about us leaving but I assured her I would return whenever I could to see her between the meetings. She reluctantly agreed