Alpha’s Virgin Wife by Baby Charlene
Chapter 244 Meeting Up
“Shilah, did you really have to do that? Of what use is it?” Dyani questioned as she got off her horse, same time with Shilah.
“I cannot believe you rode all the way to their place just to render them homeless. What is wrong with you, Shilah? What do you expect them to do?” The people at the horse stables were effortlessly eavesdropping at their conversation but did not react as they collected their horses from them.
Well, Dyani didn’t have a better place to scold Shilah. She had been riding very fast and wouldn’t give her a chance to level up. So, the only opportunity she had was when they arrived at the Palace.
“Those people deserve worst, Dyani. They should be happy all I did was make them homeless”, Shilah hissed and began walking away.
Dyani followed.
“But, why do you need to do it? You already got what you wanted, Shilah. You should be happy”.
“I am happy, but it does not take the bad memories away. And it never will. To be honest, those people deserve worst”. She fastened her steps to walk faster than Dyani.
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The room was filled with nothing but glum as Prince Raksha sat beside his mother, head resting in his palms. Though, they said nothing, but their silence was loud enough for a stranger to tell something was wrong.
The Queen sat moody with her hands crossed below her chest, her son’s words echoing in her head. The nervousness she felt at that moment was something she had never felt before, not even at her time with Dakota’s mother. She was pained and bittered, and at the same time, terrified.
“You need to say something, mother”, Raksha suddenly grunted. “It’s been almost an hour since I came in here with my decision, but you haven’t said a word”.
“And what do you expect me to say, Raksha? Support your decision about opening up to Shilah and the King? Do you even know how complicated that would be?” The Queen asked.
“Complicated?” Raksha scoffed and glanced between his legs. “What could be more complicated than this, mother? I am becoming impotent! I cannot function anymore, mother! Don’t you think it’s more frustrating? To think I cannot have a child of my own? The only child I had was with Nosheba, but all thanks to you, Nosheba is nowhere to be found!”
“All thanks to me?” The Queen stood up. “Are you trying to blame me for what happened? Nosheba got what she deserved, Raksha! She acted out of greed and betrayal, hence, the reason she got banished”.
“Well, does it really matter? The truth is, we put that idea into her head. When Nosheba was married into this Palace, she never had any evil intentions. But you, mother, you saw her to be vulnerable and encouraged me to go for her. So yes, we poisoned her mind and made her believe hurting others was the right thing. So yes, it’s our fault. And it’s your fault because I learnt everything from you!”
Deep silence followed his last words, it hit the Queen so hard, she couldn’t conceal the shock from her face.
Seeing that his mother had become d*um*bstruck, Raksha stood up and turned toward the door.
“Everything I did, Raksha, was for your sake”, The Queen’s words halted him, though he didn’t turn to look at her.
“I didn’t want you to go through what I did. I didn’t want you to forever be known as your brother’s servant. So, I decided to fight and teach you to fight as well. Yet, you stand there and point accusing fingers at me?” She paused and heaved a sigh.
“Go on, then. Go to Shilah and confess what you did so her curse can be lifted. But before you do that, make sure your grave is already dug out”.
Raksha turned to look at her, his eyes glowering. And in that moment, he used words he never thought he’d use:
“I just wish I had a better mother”. The Queen’s eyes dilated in shock. But Raksha gave no further time to her as he flounced out of the room.
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HOURS LATER
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Since she returned to the Palace with Dyani, Shilah had been bittered and worried. No matter how hard she tried bringing the strong female in her, she just couldn’t stop herself from reflecting on Dyani’s reprimanding words.
She couldn’t even go to the King but had stayed in her room all day, roaming her mind on it. Was she truly a bad person for setting the house ablaze? Was it evil of her? She couldn’t explain her reasons for not restricting herself. She couldn’t explain why she had felt so much hatred that she had to burn down the house.
Yes, she should be happy. Her son was back and she was getting reunited with the King. But recalling the horrors she had to face with them, she couldn’t help but feel so much hate and anger.
She was still lost in thoughts when she heard a knock on the door. At first, she thought it would be Dyani, but when she approached it and opened, she discovered it was the King. He had their son with him. And the moment Shilah saw him, she felt her heart becoming lighter.
“Hey”, she cooed and gently took the baby from him. Afterwards, he walked into the room.
“I cannot believe you’ve been here, Shilah. I’ve been waiting for you and just decided to check in here”, the King said, running his eyes around the room to see if he could have a clue.
“I’m sorry, My King. I just …needed some space”, She sighed while patting the baby’s back.
“Some space? Is there a problem?”
“Not…really. It’s nothing to be worried about”.
There was a brief silence as Shilah took a seat and brushed her fingers into the baby’s hair. A smile tapped her lips, admiring how handsome he looked.
“I’ve found a place for your sisters to stay for the meantime”, The King broke the silence, the good news lifting Shilah up.
“Although… it’s not here. It’s just somewhere outside the mountain”.
“It… It doesn’t matter. As long as it would be spacious enough to occupy them”, Shilah interrupted excitedly.
“Yes. It’s big enough. Has… about eight rooms, a garden, fine surroundings. I’m sure they can manage it until we finalize the agreement. You know, them becoming a part of us. I’ve already called for a meeting with the other Alphas and VampLords. As soon as we are done discussing and arrive at an agreement, I’ll let you know”.
“Oh! Thank you so much!” She cooed, getting on her feet. “I do not know how to repay you for this, My King”.
The King smiled as he covered up the distance between them.
“Well… I do know a way”. Seeing the seduction in his eyes, Shilah lowered her gaze and flushed.
“Actually, I need to go back to Azalea Village”, she looked up and said after a brief silence.
“You… want to go to the house of your trainer?” The King asked with a crumpled look.
“Yes. I just…need to get the rest of my things from her and also bid her farewell. I might not see her again for a long time”.
“I see”, the King nodded in understanding. “I think…I might have a better idea. Why don’t I go with you and meet this woman? So I can thank her for bringing out the best in you?” he touched her chin, making her eyes beam with a smile.
“That would be so nice! Actually, it’s a great idea! You know, Bastet has this daughter who is so scared of you! She hates the mention of your name alone. I’ve tried talking to her to know what you did wrong, but she never opened up. So, I think this would be a perfect opportunity to meet with her and reconcile. Jael is a very nice lady and would want her to know you’re not as monstrous as she thinks”.
The story had gotten the King really interested, his brows were furrowed.
“I do not think I know anyone by that name. But I would really want to meet her and know what happened”, he replied.
“Perfect. Tomorrow, then? We ride out. The witches goes to their new home, while we go see Bastet”.