Kissing the Fae

Chapter 30 - Queen of Chalice

Can I just sleep now? A day wherein I wouldn't have to worry about anything is all I asked for.

As I've told, I fixed myself. Yet before I went out of the room, I took my time enjoying the comfort of the room as I knew this would be the last one that I'd feel comfortable in my sleep.

As of this moment, I thought of living in the street in the process of looking for that old person who have what I need to save my rank in the Acres Kingdom.

Rank. It serves as my superiority. In our world, if you have nothing, you're no in control of everyone. They'd make you a slave for their own likings.

And I don't want it. Being a leader is what I foresee even before my eyes faced the reality. Even though it wasn't really my goal in life.

But then, who would continue to rule the kingdom my ancestors works hard for? I am the only child. There's no other person next in line but me.

Only me. The only child of la Reina and la Roi.

The only Rani Letisha who will rule everyone when the right time comes.

An extravagant hallway welocmrf me when I got out of the room. I was in awe that I couldn't move first in my position as I felt the ambience of the place.

It felt magical, yes. It has a lot of flowers and smell like roses. I remembered when they've told me that Rosie like roses, just like her, it has a strong ambiance that would make an ordinary man feel scared.

But not me, of course. Assuming that one would feel intimidated because that was what this place ought to.

To be superior. The people living in this tower likes to be superior.

I mean, yes. It does feel good. The thought of being a boss, a ruler who has the control of your people and the things around you is beautiful.

It felt good to be feared by everyone. Knowing that you have control over them, and that you're highly respected because of your position.

It felt powerful. I like the superiority it brings to me. After all, it was something only those privilege has the power to dominate her land.

Besides, I worked hard for it. I'm definitely not flaunting it, nor even using my power to abuse my people. But instead, proud for it was something I've achieved with my own blood and tears.

The question though... Is it something to be really proud of?

I think it depends on how one got in the position they're quite enjoying right now. You should be proud if you achieved one goal without executing dirty tricks on the process of having it.

As for me, someone sacrificed. Because honestly, it shouldn't be me who carried the title of a princess.

It shouldn't be me. It was supposed to be wear by someone who sacrificed her life for me.

But because of that, I can no longer give up even if I wanted to. Wasting the sacrifices she made for me to get where I am now, the title and my leadership in the Faye region, it was all because of her.

And I promise to lead until the day I wither.

Closing my eyes, I tried to dismiss the thought.

Rani Letisha, will you please focus? You aren't here to reminisce the past. Not in this place like this... Not in a place where her memories doesn't even exist.

I'm here because of my goal and that was the only thing I should think of.

Nothing else. The goal, Rani Letisha. Think nothing but the Power of Glamour. Just mind anything after having it.

Sighing, I opened my eyes. It took me a lot of convincing before I went down. Even the stair was surrounded with flowers on its handrail. It has a lot of steps that it took me forever before my feet touched the flat surface.

A woman quickly walk near me, then halted in front of my eyes.

Before she open her mouth to talk, the woman bow her head down. With that, I knew she was a servant of this tower.

"They were expecting you in the table, Madame," she said while her head was still down.

"Alright... Lead the way," I told her and she immediately obliged.

I follow her from behind keeping my eyes straight, stopping the urge to roam my eyes around and besides, I don't have to.

I live in a place where gold doesn't run out. Luxurious things and power, a palace of my own that I can call home, these weren't new to me. The la Reina and la Roi introduced me to their lifestyle, and nothing about luxuries surprised me anymore.

That alone saddened me. For I can't understand those who were not privilege enough. I tried to, and I always say I feel them.

But honestly, I don't. Maybe the emotion I felt for them was empathy.

I don't want to pretend but I have to. To make them feel they are not alone. That they weren't the only ones who struggle and yes, I assured them we shared the same sentiments when in reality, I didn't experience the life they went through.

The only reason of my suffering was my position in the Acres Kingdom. Not the poverty.

I have everything. Except my real happiness.

Actually, I forgot what truly makes me happy.

"Good morning, Rani Letisha..." Deniz stood up from his chair and went near me, smiling as he offer me a tight hug.

I remain standing, not wanting to move but inside, I'm a little bit confused. Uh, when did he start hugging me in the morning?

Was he being plastic again? In front of these people...

I blinked when I realized that it wasn't just us in the room. And Deniz really had guts to be flirty in front of them and I can't hide the embarrassment in my voice.

"Deniz, get off..." I whispered in his ears as four sets of eyes fell on us.

Uh, now I figured who were these two persons based on the crowns on their head.

They were probably Rosie's parents.

The Chalice King and Queen...

I always admire beauty. Each of us has our own uniqueness and after all, it is subjective.

However, in my eyes, the only ones whom I, and even everyone call as beautiful was my parents. The Faye region possessed an earthy fairness, it was something one could stare at all day without feeling bored or sick. A loveliness only they possessed, a beauty that will never ceased.

As the time passes, beauty became a standard. And I'm confident that whatever it was, I passed the test.

"You must be Rani Letisha of the Acres Kingdom," their queen smiled at me.

It felt genuine. I don't see anything like hate from them. For honestly, our kingdom was the most hated city in Godlic. For some reason, a lot of people loathed and I just thought of it as success.

Like those who envied us for the drastic development of our realm despite them trying to bring us all down. I just think of that way because I tend to overthink things and that's the least thing I wanted to happen.

Besides, I don't want to use a portion of my brain thinking about those kind of people who weren't happy seeing someone leading successfully.

Deniz pulled a chair for me, and I sat before him. Before I could completely sit, I saw the little Fairies across us — in front of Terran who was sitting silently on my right side.

The left side was occupied by Deniz.

We were seated in the table good for ten people. We were in the last three chairs, meanwhile the King of the Chalice was on the head, besides him were his Queen and Rosie.

There were a lot of food, too. It seems like they had prepared for us for it looks like there were tons of us to eat in this table.

"Ah, yes..." I replied with a smile. "I'm Rani Letisha of the Acres Kingdom."

"I've heard a lot about you, Rani Letisha," the queen added. "It was all good stuff. You're quite popular and I heard nothing but how well you do in your field. And looking at you right now, I can confirm the beauty they all talk about. A lot of women envied your out of this world beauty, Rani Letisha."

Again, a small smile life my lips. I honestly don't know how to handle compliments and knowing that it came from her — the Queen of the Chalice was flattering.

Well, I hope she wasn't one of those women though.

"Thank you," I uttered in my most sought voice that I even heard Terran laugh beside me.

The King was just silent. He never throw a glance in my direction, his eyes were just fixed in front, looking straightly in nowhere.

I guess he was the silent type of King. Unlike my father who was expressive and somehow, it was annoying but over all, I'm thankful for he was vocal.

Not only vocal, but he also likes to spoil us with his gestures. Although, in our last meeting, a pinch of hate grew inside me because of his sudden decision. Or needless to say, his unexpected challenges for me.

I shook my head mentally. Thinking of it just ruined my mood. I knew I should have the abilities a leader should have. But everyone knows that the Power of Glamour wasn't meant for us and yet, he chose to give me that assignment.

And wings... My father knew I don't have it. Besides, not all Faes have wings. However, the la Roi still chose to gave me that absurd challenge.

It was like he was forcing me to do impossible things just because he wanted to kick me out of the Faye region.

I mean, I understand that he was just concern for my well-being. After all, my parents prioritize happiness over everything. I'm even glad they love leading, unlike me...

Yet it was my responsibility and I don't have plans to turn my back away from the obligations. I just wish that someday, I would find the happiness I always wanted while ruling the Faye region, and if I ever lead the Acres Kingdom, I hope I'd be a happy Queen like my mother.

That's what all I asked. I wouldn't mind leading, as long as there was something on it that I'd love.

But as of now, I haven't find whatever it is that would make a way to my heart. I'm hoping to grasp it sooner. For I can't wait to fill my soul with smiles and genuine peace each of us desires to have.

There's nothing more peaceful than that.

We started to eat in silence. Perhaps the Queen of the Chalice really wanted to talk, so she open her mouth to speak.

And yes, the silence was deafening. I'm not used to it. Now I miss eating with the Reina and la Roi, where our table good for four was always filled with laughters.

It has been so long since we eat in the same room. It all started when I've chosen to live in the Faye region, in our Enchanted Forest.

"I've heard from Rosie you were here to ask about Achlys," she started which made us stopped.

Even the Fairies, and the guys beside me stopped for awhile.

Slowly, my eyes went to her, then to Rosie who continued eating in silence.

Sighing, I nodded. "Yes..." I replied shortly, not wanting to discuss further.

Annoyance started to crept inside me. Why would Rosie tell them about it?

I calmed myself. I should just understand it. Besides, we're in their territory. But I didn't like it.

"For what purpose?" she queried.

I gulped the last bite of the food before grabbing the glass of water. At least she didn't mention about the Power of Glamour. Rosie was there when we had a talked with the old woman, and she does have an idea.

But no... It's mine to share.

I just smiled at her weakly. "It was nothing. Just my curiosity kicking in."

The Queen of the Chalice laughed awkwardly. She probably got the idea that there's no way I'd share it to her.