All Chapters of His Majesty’s Captive : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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11-In chains again

Fiona's POV I tried not to pay heed to the wagging tongues and accusing stares. The words that traveled amongst nobles and slaves—coming here as the traitor's daughter and having a child with an unknown paternity plus being condemned by the king—hadn't really put me in a good spotlight. And now, ever since the healing incident, coupled with the way I fought off the shadow creatures when we were on our way here, fueled the rumors of me being a witch.I focused on removing the shafts from the corn cobs despite the two slaves next to me gossiping about my existence. I was simmering in anger, holding onto control, trying not to get in trouble by picking a fight. I raised my head, my gaze going from my busy hands to stare across the field in hopes to spot Celia, but I couldn't sense her presence.I could only see the other slaves who were dressed in white, which I had learned earlier today that it was their mourning color. I wasn't too inquisitive to ask further quest

Last Updated : 2025-08-30

12- Lyanna strikes again

Fiona's POVThe day I turned fifteen, Celia and I were walking hand in hand through the market paths with our coats over our heads to conceal our identity, as we weren't meant to be there. I could remember that day as it sparked a yearning within me; a yearning for a soulmate.There was a man telling the usual fables, but the fable he told that day was different. It was about a princess kidnapped by a dragon who fell for her later on. I had listened with rapt attention, daring myself to dream of a mate other than a wolf, envisaging a memorable future with a soulmate that'd surpass the males of oral fairy tales, and I had patiently waited for that day to come.That day did come, and the days that followed led to me being chained in a dusty cell with woven spider webs and light spilling through the cracks in the walls. Even mice had come to jubilate my tragedy with me, scurrying around my feet.Younger me would be disappointed at the outcome of our romantic life, shaken by the beautiful

Last Updated : 2025-08-31

13- The Beast

Fiona's POV Iris stirred within me again as I beheld the intriguing monster. His stare grabbed my attention, gaze unwavering with furling anger. He stood straight up, massive and tall, with broad shoulders blotting out the light behind him. He was a beauty, one only described in fables that called to those with a dark appeal—and I was one of them. Those dark horns stood proud atop his head. My gaze traveled down to behold his face; eyes peeked beneath the dark fur, his nostrils breathed fury, lips stretching to bare fangs. I admired the rippling muscles beneath the fur, the expanse of his chest that spoke of unimaginable strength. He was bare when my gaze traveled down, my fingers itching to touch the fur, wondering if it'd be soft or harsh.His scent wasn't foreign to me—it piqued at familiarity—but my pain clouded mind and the effect of hazy admiration couldn't let me place it. And so, I settled for the idea of his aura, taking in his appearance, my insides melting at

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

14- The fairest Queen

Lyanna's POV When I was thirteen, I severed a girl's arm, plucked out her tongue so she would never be able to confess. Then I pushed her into the river, hoping she'd drown but to my disdain, she never did. But neither was she able to pin the blame on me for her misfortune, and so her parents ruled it an unfortunate incident. They moved away from the kingdom to avoid further mishaps, while I was crowned the fairest maiden in the land, with no rivalry.Things always went my way. And when they did not, I made them. There was nothing I set my heart on that I didn't get, and no one who stood in my way that I didn't get rid of—until she came along.I opened my mouth, a scream tearing from my throat as I picked up the jewelry box and threw it to the ground. It landed against the marble floor, wood cracking, turning into splinters as the bits of finery scattered across the tiles.I moved to the shelf, sheltering my ornamental pots. The jade works glistened in candlelight, bu

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

15-The king’s unwanted claim

Fiona's POV Her palm cracked against my cheek, a flare of pain ricocheting over my skin as I stumbled backwards. She followed my movements, planting her foot against my stomach with so much force that I slammed against the wall, my head hitting the bricks with white dots gathering in my vision."How dare you?!" The woman's mouth opened in a yell. "How dare you try to seduce my husband?!"I blinked, my gaze moving from her reddened face to her husband, who was in the corner struggling to put his clothes on. My gaze returned to myself, taking in the sight of my dress—its fabric torn, gaping to reveal my cleavage."Your hus—" I tried to explain myself, but my words were halted by her hysteric screams as she grabbed a vase and hurled it in my direction.The ceramic shattered against the wall, fine sand and flowers falling onto my head."Honey." The pervert rushed to her, his lips stretching into a smile identical to the one he had used to welcome me in. "Leave her be, she's

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

16-A gentle push

Lyanna's POVWith each sunrise and sunset that came after the beast incident, I had stayed indoors, avoiding the wagging tongues and narrowed eyes showing satisfaction at my dilemma.And these days, I had waited, hoping to hear news of her demise, to discover her disappearance or anything else, but nothing happened."My lady," Alys, my maid, called as she ran the brush down my hair. "You look pale. You haven't seen sunlight in a while, my lady."At her remark, I touched my fingers to my face, staring at my reflection to see that I was almost ghostly white and my eyes had begun to look dull."You are right, Alys," I agreed with her, pulling out a drawer that held my adornments, "You should get me all prettied up.""That wouldn't do, my lady," Alys insisted."Do not speak to me that way! Know your place, Alys!""My apologies, my lady." She bowed slightly. "But I think you should go out, and if possible, be present at the ladies' court and shut down their gossip.""Are you saying my idea

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

17- His Majesty’s Disdain

Octavius's POVIrritating!The clang of metal against metal rang in my ears, the force from his hit reverberating through my arm as I struck the sword weakly against his.Insolent!I twisted my blade, catching another of his strikes, but he turned around, delivering another blow, both metals gleaming in the air as they crashed.Impudence!Those were the words I could find to describe her as I sparred with Ronan. I shoved back against him and he stumbled, sand crunching beneath his boots, but he quickly regained his stance, glaring at me with mischief."Something bothering you, Your Majesty?" he teased, circling me like a predator against prey. "Perhaps a silver-haired beauty?"My answer was the harsh jab of my elbow against his side, and he fell to the ground before jumping up and attacking me ruthlessly with his sword.I dodged his hit, counter-attacking him with our blades together while I forced my weight on, pushing him back.I was enraged.Enraged at my thoughts, enraged that he

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

18-What the vision hid

Fiona’s pov After the departure of the woman, we all sat in silence, but I knew that Celia was holding back her words since she had read my mind that I would definitely be honoring that invitation. Her eyes remained on the scroll that stated the direction and time for the meeting, and then they would flit back to me randomly as if to read whether my mind had changed. There will be no mind change. In the game of playing with royals, you could either be a pawn or find a pawn. Sometimes you could play the pawn and act innocent while getting what you wanted and that was what I intended to do. I had a daughter to look after and Celia to care for. Sometimes, the thought of finding the father of my child crossed my mind, and I couldn't achieve all these while playing slave. I needed to take action and have allies and this woman might just be the trick. "Say ahhh." "Ahhh." Liora opened her mouth wide, and I pushed the last spoon of porridge in, watching as she chewed with her rosy, chub

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

19- Between two lives

Fiona's POV I crawled across blood to get to my daughter, my fingers reaching out, snatching her from Celia and holding her close to my chest as I screamed at her with instructions of what herbs she should go out to get."Mummy," Liora croaked weakly, her blood-stained lips almost stretched in a smile. "Did you get horsy?""Yes, yes, my love," I whispered to her, laying her back on the bed. "Hang in there, Liora. You will play with Horsy.""I am here," It was Maura, she entered the room with a bowl of warm water and wet napkins. "I got the lavender essence too."I said nothing, grabbing the small bottle from her and emptying it into the basin. I dipped in all the napkins to soak the warm liquid and then I began to squeeze and lay the wet cloths on Liora, wiping away her excess sweat mixed with the blood splattered over her."What do you think is wrong?" Maura inquired as I curved my finger under Liora's nose to ensure she was still breathing.I looked at her ashen ski

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

20- The Snake and The Hare

Octavius's POV The stench of blood and illness still clung in the air, not departing with the soul of the child. My gaze fell on her mother, whispers and coos came through her broken voice as she tried rousing her daughter, but it was no use. Everyone present, including the soldier who had recently rushed in to join us, knew.Killing a child wasn't on your list this year, was it? Ragnar snickered at me as something like anguish pulled at our hearts, Do you feel it too?I do, I couldn't lie to him, even if I lied to the world. I felt it. Beneath my stiffness as I stood at the doorway with an unblinking gaze, there was a gnawing feeling eating at my insides, and my dragon experienced it too.I half waited for her to shout. To scream and come at me, clawing at my neck to get back at me for aiding her child's death.Aiding, Octavius? My dragon scoffed, You killed her, be frank.The situation demanded that I roll my eyes at him, but I didn't, as I was more occupied with the silve

Last Updated : 2025-09-03

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