CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVEThe Countdown“Forcing her to talk, you shouldn’t have done that,” Leanda murmured, “Now my life is in more danger, she would come after me again,” Leanda sniffled.Alarick shook his head and smiled. He moved closer to Leanda and heldher hand, “She can do whatever she want, but I will be here, I will be here to protect you.”Leanda looked up into his eyes, she could see the sincerity in them, but her fear still remains, “But Bree would do something too.”Alarick closed the gap between them and pulled Leanda close to himself, enveloping her in a protective embrace. Leanda could feel his strong arms around her, and for a moment, she felt safe. "I won't let anything happen to you, Leanda," Alarick said softly, his voice filled with conviction.Leanda looked up at him, and for the first time, she saw the concern in his eyes. "I know you'll try, but Bree is still out there," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.Alarick tightened his hold on her. "I won't let her c
CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVEThe Countdown 2"Morgana," Alarick repeated, his voice gentle but firm. "Please, tell me what has happened. I want to help you, but I need to know what's wrong first. Why are you crying?"“Alarick, to…tomorrow begins the countdown.”Alarick gasped at that information, his end time was nearer than he thought.He stumbled back and collapsed onto his bed, his chest heaving as his heart raced with fear. He couldn't believe what Morgana had just told him. The countdown to his death was starting the next day. It meant that he would die in a few months or even weeks.The weight of this realization hit him hard. He had built his kingdom with blood, sweat, and tears, and he didn't want to leave it behind. He had people that he loved dearly, and he didn't want to leave them either.As he lay there, his mind raced with thoughts of what would happen to his kingdom and his family after he was gone. He had so many plans and dreams, and they would all be shattered if he died.Tear
CHAPTER FIFTY-SIXA Decision To MakeAlarick, Morgana, and Dennis finally arrived at the soothsayer's house. They knocked on the door, and a voice called out to them to come in. They walked into the small room, and Alarick took a seat, his heart still racing with fear.The last time they came here, it didn’t really end well, he went back with a bed news and he hoped it would be different this time.As they waited for the soothsayer to arrive, Alarick's thoughts were consumed with the possibility of his death and what would happen to his kingdom. He couldn't bear the thought of destroying everything he had built on his own. His mind was racing with questions and doubts.Morgana noticed the fear in Alarick's eyes and tried to comfort him, she also knew that this wasn’t easy for him as it wasn’t easy for her to watch the one she trained and raised dying. She put her hand on his shoulder and gave him a reassuring smile. But Alarick was still consumed by his worries.Alarick couldn't stop
CHAPTER FIFTY-EIGHTWhat Is Wrong With Him?Leanda had been sweeping the floor of the library and cleaning the dust of the books when the door creaked open, and she saw Alarick walk in. She turned to greet him but before she could say anything, Alarick grabbed her hand and pulled her towards him. She could feel the tension in his grip, and the sadness in his eyes. She wondered what was wrong with him.Without saying a word, Alarick wrapped his arms tightly around Leanda, pulling her closer to him. She could feel his chest heaving with silent sobs, and she instinctively hugged him back, trying to offer him some comfort.She didn’t know what was wrong with him, but the least she could do at that moment was to make him feel like she was there for him and he wasn’t alone, she knew that was all he needed.Leanda wrapped his hands around him, running his hands back and forth on his back and giving him the comfort he thirsted for.Leanda hoped that he overcomes whatever he was going through,
CHAPTER FIFTY-NINEIn His Space“Where are we? What are we doing here? Whose house is this?” Leanda asked in confusion.Alarick smiled, “This is my house,” he answered, “This is where I come when I want to be alone, this is my space.”“So what are my doing here if you only come here when you want to be alone?” Leanda asked.“Because I want you in my space.”Leanda swallowed to clear the block in her throat, she looked up at Alarick for a while before her eyes began to wander around the massive mansion when again. She couldn’t believe such big house exists, she had seen lots of it in the movies but she never believed that it exist.Alarick's hand suddenly appeared in front of her. She stared at it for a moment, unsure of what to do, before finally taking it and allowing him to lead her towards the door. As they walked, Leanda couldn't help but wonder what was going on with Alarick. He had been acting so strange and distant lately, and she was starting to grow impatient with his silence
CHAPTER SIXTYRounds Of PleasureAlarick looked into Leanda’s eyes and asked, “Have you ever done this in the bathroom?” Leanda sucked up her lips and shook her head, her heart thumping with excitement, “N..No.”“Then let’s try it,” Alarick chuckled and picked Leanda up as they kissed their way to the bathroom.As they entered the bathroom, Alarick placed Leanda on the countertop and continued kissing her passionately. He then lifted her up again and carried her towards the shower. With one hand, he turned on the water, making sure it was at the perfect temperature.Leanda wrapped her legs around his waist as they continued to kiss. Alarick's hands explored every inch of her body as the water cascaded down on them. Their moans were muffled by their lips, but the pleasure was evident on their faces.Suddenly, Alarick lifted Leanda up, turned her around, and pressed her against the shower wall. She let out a gasp as he entered her from behind, their bodies moving in perfect synchroniza
CHAPTER SIXTY-ONEOur Romantic Moment Leanda slowly opened her eyes, one after the other, and rubbed them as her vision was still blurry. She blinked a few times until her eyes adjusted to the dim lighting of the spacious room. As she looked around, her mouth dropped open in amazement. The room was breathtakingly beautiful, adorned with luxurious furnishings made of gold and decorated with a sparkling chandelier that hung from the ceiling. She didn’t notice it earlier.She sat up on the bed and took in every detail of the room, from the intricate designs on the walls to the soft velvet curtains that draped over the windows. Leanda couldn't help but marvel at the opulence of it all.But as she looked to her side, she realized that Alarick was nowhere to be found. She wondered where he had gone, but then she remembered the hot rounds of their lovemaking hours before and smiled to herself. She lay back on the bed, remembering every moment, and giggled softly to herself.Leanda remembere
CHAPTER SIXTY-TWOThe Sudden ChangeAlarick pulled Leanda closer to himself and whispered in her ear, "I love you." It was the only thing he could say, the only thing that mattered in this moment. He wanted to say that to her because he was unsure of what would happen next, if he was going to get the chance to be with her or not. And then, the music faded away, and they were left standing there, in silence, knowing that tomorrow would bring a new reality.Leanda looked into Alarick’s eyes, her mouth widely open as she wanted to tell him how much she loved him too, but her words choked in her mouth.She cleared her throat and looked up at him, “I love you too,” Leanda murmured and a smile fell on Alarick’s face.Leanda's heart swelled with happiness as she finally admitted her love for Alarick. She looked up at him and saw the relief and joy in his eyes. Alarick pulled her close, hugging her tightly. She could feel his heartbeat and warmth.Alarick was glad, he was happy that he couldn