Chapter 18: Crimes on a Queen
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two weeks later...
Haven walked down the corridors of the west wing; she was heading for a meeting with her chairmen. The doors swung open with ease. " Your majesty " They spoke in unison. She nodded her head and continued to the front of the room where Nathaniel was waiting. " You may proceed with the meeting " she spoke in a serious tone. " Yes, as you know my troops have been scouring the borders because rumors have it that there have been sighting of English men surrounding your kingdom. " Damien spoke loudly for everyone to hear. " Well a few men have managed to get past our borders, and I need all soldiers to be alert. If anyone see's someone they are not familiar with you will report it to me or the King and Queen immediately. " he finished. " How on earth did they get past our borders " one of the chairmen shouted while others whispered and murmured. " Damien, if what you say is true, how long have these outsiders been roaming my land and possibly this castle. " Haven now furious. " that I do not know " He answered in a low voice.
Suddenly an arrow on fire came through the window of the room, shattering the glass causing it to fall everywhere on the floor, just barely missing Haven's head. Everyone's heads turned to the window immediately to see who shot the arrow. " Guards " Nathaniel demanded. " Get your men and find out who just attempted an attack on the queen and that is an order, do you understand? " he spoke furiously at Damien. Haven was staring at the arrow in disbelief. As she walked towards it, she noticed a message engraved on the sides near the flames " notre roi vient pour vous " (Our king is coming for you). She read the words out loud. " I don't understand, we are at peace with England. Why does their king want a war? " she furrowed her brows, her expression showing concern. " I do not know, But I must ask you something. " " What is it? " her eyes now focusing on his " I noticed a change in your scent " he stepped closer as she gulped nervously " When were you going to tell me you were with child " he voice rough and low. " I wanted to wait until I was sure nothing was wrong " her tone in an almost whisper. He took another step towards her, his hand reaching for her stomach. " You can't be involved with this “his eyes now focusing on hers. She scoffed " this is my kingdom; I grew up in these very halls. I will be involved if I see fit because I will not be weak " she spat. " It's not weak, you are carrying the next heir to this throne " his voice now commanding. " You will respect that and protect our child " his eyes now shining silver, his demon showing. " I can defend myself " " That is not the point, I am very aware of what you are capable of. But it's not worth the risk now " he sighed lowering his voice. " Fine, I will lay low. " he rose his head, his eyes meeting her blue ones " But " she continued " You are to update me on every detail and do not leave out any of it " If looks could kill he would be in his grave. " Of course, " he spoke still uneasy at the glare he was receiving from her. " Now get to a midwife will you and get checked out " he grinned " I want to make sure our child is safe " he continued as he walked past her out the door leaving her with the burning arrow.
five hours later...
" I cannot believe you are with child and so quickly. Most women have a difficult time getting pregnant the first year " Olivia spoke excitedly. " That's enough child, stop pestering her about it " Patricia appeared in the doorway. " It's ok Patricia " Haven smiled. " If you are sure " she smiled back " I'm sure, please come " Patricia continued into the doorway with a plate full of her homemade chocolate chip cookies and of course Haven's favorite Midnight brew. " So, dearie, how are we feeling this evening " Patricia asked as picked up the comb for Haven's hair. " In all honesty I feel great, there is no sickness. Just lots cravings for sweets and " she paused. " and what " Patricia giggled. " You've been around for a long time, is it normal for me to crave Samuel so much, I mean the baby isn't even his and normally it would be the father that I should crave right? " she questioned. " Well, my sweet. You are mates and Nathaniel are just your husband in the eyes of the kingdom, you will always crave your mate " she continued. " Have you marked him yet " Haven's eyes widened at the thought. " No, I haven't. We've only kissed " she spoke, heat raising to her cheeks. " What, when did this happen " " A few weeks ago " she blushed. " I almost marked him, but I wanted to give him time I guess " " My, Me! " she exclaimed. " No wonder your craving him " she explains " What do you mean? " " Sweetie, most mates whether they be Vampire, Werewolf, even Witches and warlocks they never wait this long, your body, even your inner demon is going to become restless without him. " her eyes gloomy. " I didn't realize, I just UGHH " she sighed putting her head down reaching for another cookie. " He is human, its already against the law for me to be with him and he is so, so " she paused " I feel as if maybe he needs time to accept me " her eyes becoming teary.
She gasped hand quickly moving up to her eyes. " What on earth is wrong with me " she sobbed more. " You are with child and well your body is going to make you feel and do strange things. " Patricia rubbed her back trying to reassure her. " Maybe I can help you tonight " She smiled. " How? " Haven sniffed. " Let me pack you a bag and get the carriage ready " " I can't the whole kingdom is on lock down to keep me safe " " hmmm " Patricia hummed thinking. " I will send a message to his friend Sir Nik. " she questioned. " Yes, his name is Nicklaus " she giggled wiping her tears. " I will send a message for him to come and may he be here by tomorrow " she spoke holding her hand out " Now come, let’s get you to bed and you can finish your Tea and rest, the baby needs his mother to be strong " " His? " she smiled " Or hers " " You said his " " A witch never tells " Patricia smiled helping Haven to bed " Now good night your majesty. " Goodnight and thank you Patricia you truly are a remarkable woman. " she smiled sipping her tea as she began to rest for the evening
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