Well, I have to admit, I made myself cry. I do apologize for this chapter being so long, but I just couldn't find a good stopping point, and I really don't think I could've taken two sad chapters. My heart hurts now. I would love to read your comments. I really do hope you enjoyed it.
By the time everyone was done speaking, the sun was at the point where it looked like it was resting on the edge of the lake. Six dragon warriors carried his body to a wooden raft that was full of flowers where two mermen waited in the water. Once his body was gently lowered to the raft, the warriors bowed their heads and walked back to Queen Chumani’s side. The mermen bowed to the queen and lowered themselves underwater. Soon, King Uther’s body was floated into the rising sun. When it was a safe distance away, a dragon warrior shifted into his dragon and set fire to the raft. The mermen swam away and I sighed as I snuggled closer to my mate. Sebastian kissed the top of my head as a tear fell from my eye. Selene turned to all of us, “This concludes King Uther’s sending off,” then she disappeared. When we got back to the castle, we all walked to the dining hall for breakfast. We sat at the king’s table and ate in silence as we each reflected on the funeral in our own way. Queen Chumani
We stayed in town for the better part of the day and went back to the castle at sundown. When we got there, my parents were in the foyer. My dad sighed in relief, “We were thinking of coming to look for you two. We heard that there is a dark warlock in town who is looking for you.” My eyes went wide as I looked at Sebastian, “I wonder if that was the guy who was staring at me in the bakery?” He shrugged, “It could’ve been.” Dad asked, “Who are you talking about?” Sebastian explained, “There was a guy staring at her while we were at the bakery. I even suggested that I go talk to him.” Dad asked, “What did the guy do?” I explained, “I suggested we go do our thing and let him go. Now I’m wishing we hadn’t.” Dad agreed, “That was probably not the best idea, but we will just need to deal with it. You do still have the spell that keeps dark warlocks from using their magic on you and it keeps you from being teleported against your will. So, you are protected from that. Just be careful, baby
We all walked to Chloe’s suite and there were chairs set up for all of us. There was also a table with a variety of meats, cheeses, crackers, veggies and fruits set up, then another table of various pastries with drinks. I laughed, “Well, Chloe, it looks like you have it set up so that we won’t have to leave this room.” She laughed, “It was totally intentional. I also sent staff to go get your dresses and shoes from your mother’s closet.” I smiled, “You are a very wise woman. So, after the ceremony, should we come back here to change for the reception?” She nodded, “Definitely. This room is set up for that particular purpose tonight. It’s closer to the reception halls than your rooms are.” I nodded, “Perfect.” She smiled, “Don’t worry, your clothes and dresses from the ceremony will be taken to your rooms by the staff.” I sighed, “Thank you.” We all sat down and got comfortable while the stylists worked on our hair, two people at a time. When those two women were done, they would move
I smiled at my mate as my dad nudged him and laughed, “Don’t you think you should’ve mind linked that?” Sebastian laughed, “I want everyone to know my mate is beautiful. I’m proud to have her by my side.” My dad responded, “That’s a perfect response. You were made to be my daughter’s mate. Now you better get to her before someone else tries to scoop her up.” Sebastian ran to her and held her hands, “You look so good, love.” I smiled as I looked upon my handsome mate, dressed in a tailored black suit with a sky-blue shirt and black tie, “Thank you, babe. You look amazing too.” He nodded in acknowledgement, “Shall we go see how many heads you turn in there?” I laughed, “I think we should go ahead and sit down.” We walked into the hall and took our seats next to my brothers. Micah leaned over and whispered in my ear, “You look beautiful, sis. Looks like I’m going to have to help your mate fight off some dragons.” I laughed, “I will fight alongside you. I don’t want that kind of attention
I screamed in happiness and mom started crying. I mind linked all of my family, “Mom just got the call. They found a kidney for her. We need to go NOW.” Then I mind linked Sebastian, “My love, mom just got the call. They found a kidney for her. We need to get back as quickly as possible.” Sebastian replied, “Of course! I will call the pilot now to ready the plane.” I smiled, “Thank you, love.” Apparently, dad told Aidinth and Chloe about our situation because they followed dad and my sisters out. Aidinth approached us, “Please, take our helicopter to the airport. We have the staff packing your things to meet you on the roof right now.” Sebastian nodded, “I have already called my pilot to ready the jet.” I hugged Aidinth and Chloe, “Thank you both, so much. Please pray to the Goddess this works. I’m scared to death right now.” Chloe smiled as she cupped my face in her hands, “We’ll be praying, but she will be fine. Don’t forget my abilities. Just stay positive. Okay?” I nodded, “Thank y
While Sebastian and Alex were gone, Lizzy sat next to me, “I really like Sebastian, sis. He’s a really good guy. We can all tell he’s crazy about you.” I smiled as I put my arm around her, “Thanks, sis. I’m pretty crazy about him too.” She asked, “Does he have any younger brothers?” I laughed, “I think he does. I’m sure you’ll get plenty of chances to meet them. He is the only male in a set of quadruplets, so we have invited his sisters here next week.” Lizzy gasped, “Are you serious? What are the odds? That is crazy!” Then she gasped again as her eyes went wide, “What if his sisters are mates with our brothers? Wouldn’t that be awesome?” I laughed, “It would. But don’t tell the brothers they’re coming. I don’t want them running off and avoiding them.” Lizzy laughed, “I bet they would do that too.” I nodded, “Me too.” She smirked, “Your secret’s safe with me.” When Sebastian and Alex got back, they started handing out the pizzas. I tried to wake dad, but he was not waking up. Zach chu
That night, dad informed us that he was not going to leave mom while she was there, so I asked, “Do you think you can get breakfast here in the morning?” He nodded, “Of course.” I sighed, “We will stay in our wing of the castle and I will make supper. I can bring some to you.” Dad replied, “That would be good. There is no substitute for good cooking.” I added, “I’ll ask the doctor about dietary restrictions for mom too. I may have to let them cook for her until her kidneys are working properly.” Dad replied, “When the original injury happened, it was nearly three weeks before she could eat regular food. She was about to go crazy for a steak by the time it was over.” I laughed, “Hopefully we can get her real food sooner than that this time.” It has now been four days since mom’s surgery and we could not be happier with her progress. She is now sitting up and eating a liquid diet. Her urine has cleared up. There was no longer blood in it. I have been cooking for all of us and I’ve been
Two days later, I was rushing around the house, trying to make sure the house is clean, the bedrooms are good, and making a nice lunch for when my mate’s sisters arrived. Sebastian was laughing at me, “Love, they’re just my sisters. Everything here is fine. They aren’t snobs and they aren’t picky.” I gasped, “But I still want to make an excellent first impression.” He smiled as he pulled me close, “Just be the mate that I have come to love and they will love you as much as I do.” I sighed as I snuggled close to him, “I hope so. I really want them to like me. I could care less if the rest of your family likes me, I just want your quad to like me. Oh yeah. I forgot something. Do you have any brothers who are Lizzy and Emily’s age?” He laughed, “I do, but do you really want me to introduce them to your sisters?” I shrugged, “If they’re anything like you? Yes. I would trust them with my sisters.” He cupped my face with his hands and kissed me gently, “You are so sweet.” I smiled, “I would