The Last Kingdom Bebbanburg Novels & Stories

this was her moment. “1438 AE Earldom,” she said with confidence, her voice clear and bright. A hush fell over the room before the lecturer smiled approvingly. “Very correct.” Liana leaned forward, her eyes sparkling. “It was recorded by Monk Alphonso, he's the only true witness to the story.” “Excellent,” the lecturer replied, pleased. “The Raven King was known as one of the most brutal rulers in history, feared for his tyranny and endless executions. It’s said he burned down the world after a great betrayal from his wife and best friend.”

His face falls as if I’ve just revealed my true intentions. I have to be more careful. “Right?” I ask a little more submissively. “Right,” he agrees, though his jaw clenches as he says it. As if the word tasted offensive on his tongue. “In that case,” I go on, attempting to recover, “then our Kingdom is also our first priority. And if Evelyn is important for our Kingdom’s well-being, then of course she must remain in the dungeons.” Alexander relaxes a little. “Thank you for understanding.”

“For survival.” Matteo watched her as Lorenzo Moretti's final crest flared onto the board, blood-red and pulsing. “You’ve just declared the last war this world will ever see,” he said quietly. Bianca turned her gaze to him, expression unreadable. “Then let it be worthy of ending everything.” Thunder cracked outside, shaking the ruined glass. Beneath the estate, the sea raged like something alive. The Blood Kingdom had been called to arms. Morning came without light. The sky was a sheet of iron, and the air hung heavy with salt and smoke.

He was trying to use his sorcery but was restrained by the magic of the chains, long forged. "The last peach blossom is you, my king. The last son, the last alpha. If you fall, autumn will be the ruin of your kingdom," he revealed. I held my breath. "Who came to see me?" he teased, smiling. "It does not matter, Majesty. Just an old friend who still cares about me." And with that, I understood. I was the last peach blossom. The last king. Enemies were attacking because they knew that, after me, there would be no other.

I take my leave, heading down to the harem to see if Michelle is there. CESAR'S POV I sit down at the end of the table and look at the model of the four kingdoms we'd built. It is like a game of four corners. Here we sit, in my great kingdom of Stauckana (or Barbarian Country as the common folk have a habit of referring to it as) in the very south, protected by a thick forest to the right of our castle, Castle Rock, called the

She was contemplating what to do, but circumstances pushed her to make the most important decision in history, for the kingdom. "Then let's determine the Kingdom's fate...today. We are left with nothing right at this moment, but to make the last decision that we never thought to ever do but the people's sake is our main concern forever, and as well for our Kingdom's well existence. Even it's full of uncertainty, we must find the next beholder of the Royal Crown." the oldest woman said full of emotion. Her voice loud enough to hear. The two women were stunned by what was said, but they know it's for the best. So they nod their heads feeling unstable as well, but they did it as an agreement to

He held me with red eyes and said, "The person I care about most is you. Vivian has no family behind her, and she has trauma. I just pity her. I'm helping her." I believed him. Looking back, I was an idiot. Friendship was their cleanest cover. Protection was the prettiest excuse for betrayal. At ten, my father's underboss knocked. "Miss Rossi, the Council wants every heir at the old chapel to confirm their trial seals. Last step before the list locks." I changed into black and went. Countless alliances had been sworn there under stained glass saints, roses, and guns. Beside the DeLuca seat was an empty chair. It had always been mine.

"But, we must leave within thirty minutes." "What's your name?" He inquired. "It doesn't matter. I'll provide the money you need and pay you to take me wherever you're going," I explained. "But first, where are you headed? Is it far from Mercia?" "It's a two-day journey without traffic or stops," He replied. "I'm heading to Havindelle, the last of the five kingdoms." The mention of Havindelle brought back memories; my dad had once mentioned it was enemy territory. Grandpa had eliminated the entire royal family, and King Elroy's cousin had claimed the throne. Dad didn't like the late King's cousin either, but he seemed better than his predecessor.

someone said, and they all burst out laughing. Of course I knew where I was; it was the worst place anyone could find themselves, and for me, the daughter of the King of Zadok Kingdom, I wouldn’t live. The Berg Kingdom wasn’t like every other kingdom. From the start, they refused to join other kingdoms in forming partnerships and stood alone in all their pride and glory; we often referred to them as a rogue pack. They often had wars with neighboring kingdoms, but they were always victorious until eight years ago.

No wonder why the other kingdoms are warry to invade them. "You said seven your Majesty, but, you only mentioned six kingdoms." Nicholai stated. "And the last one kingdom was the one who gave strength to the six kingdoms, it is called the Light kingdom." His father said. To his surprised, E.J gasped surpisingly. His reaction is comical. As if, he couldn't believe of what he has just heard. "You meant Luminous kingdom are the other seven pillars of leadership?" E.J asked shock. How can he forget. Luminous was also known as Light kingdom. No wonder why E,J reacted that way. But, his reaction was over dramatic. To their surprised, Nicholai hit slightly E.J's nape.