The first light of dawn crept slowly across the horizon, though its warmth never truly reached the quiet room where Tess slept. Her lashes fluttered as she stirred from restless dreams, and when her eyes opened, the first thing she saw was Josephine—still lying beside her, peaceful and still, Adris curled against her mother's chest.
"Are you okay, Tess?" Nyx's gentle voice broke the silence from across the room.
Tess nodded faintly, her throat tight. "Yeah… I'm fine."
But her voice trembled. She wasn't fine. The ache in her chest hadn't faded since Noah locked himself away.
Josephine's face was calm, almost angelic as she slept, her hand resting protectively over Adris' back. Tess looked at them for a long time before yawning softly. She reached for Noah's blanket—still smelling faintly of him—and wrapped herself with it.
Outside the window, the sky was pale and cold. She rested her head against the glass, eyes glistening as she stared toward Noah's door down the hall—still shut, still locked.
Tears fell quietly down her cheeks.
Inside Noah's Room
Darkness. The air was heavy and stale. The curtains had been drawn for days, and papers littered the floor—sketches, torn pages, smudged charcoal marks. Noah sat slumped against the wall, his eyes red from sleeplessness.
Theron knocked softly.
"Noah?"
"I'm not coming out," Noah muttered, his voice hoarse. "I don't want to go out."
Theron hesitated, his hand still on the door. "Okay… be safe," he said quietly before walking away.
When the sound of footsteps faded, Noah pressed his head into his hands. He stared down at the sketchbook before him. The drawing was of Tess—smiling, reaching out—and his trembling hand traced her face.
His fingertip brushed the page, then he reached for a blade. The edge cut his finger; a crimson bead of blood formed and dripped onto the drawing.
With his own blood, he wrote her name—TESS—across the page.
Then he collapsed onto the cold floor, his breath shallow, the world spinning around him.
Six Days Later — The Castle of the Silent Queen
The great gates of Xavi's castle opened with the deep groan of iron. Josephine stepped down from the carriage, Adris asleep in her arms.
But as soon as she entered, the tension hit her like a wall.
Inside the grand hall, King Xavi stood on his throne, fury radiating from him like fire. His voice thundered across the room.
"WHY ARE YOU ALL JUST FOOLISH!?"
The guards froze; the courtiers bowed in silence.
Josephine flinched, covering Adris' ears gently. She turned to Xoni, who stood near the edge of the room and made a quick hand sign.
What happened? Josephine said with her hands.
Xoni's face was grave. "Someone sent Brother a death message… and now they've attacked him," she whispered.
Josephine's eyes narrowed. She looked toward Xavi—his jaw tight, his eyes burning with restrained wrath.
She set Adris down safely and stepped forward. Her eyes began to glow faintly—white light swirling in their depths.
"Josephine?" Xavi said, rising from his throne as he watched her ascend slightly into the air.
A low hum filled the hall. From beneath the shadows, four figures emerged—two women, two men—dragged into the light by an unseen force.
"Spies…" Xoni muttered, smirking.
The air tightened. The spies screamed, clutching their heads as invisible power crushed into their minds.
"W-we will talk! Please—stop!" one of the women cried out in agony.
Josephine's eyes stayed white, cold and echoing like the wind through a graveyard.
"Who sent you? Xoni said
The woman gasped between sobs. "King Venery… of the Voidflame Pact. He wants your throne. He seeks your weaknesses. We told him… it's your wife… and your son!"
Xavi's expression darkened, the room vibrating with his rage. But before he could move, Josephine's fury exploded.
A sharp pulse of light flared through her hand—then silence.
The spies dropped, their bodies limp, eyes empty.
"Damn," Xoni muttered, grinning at the sight. "That was… brutal."
Adris stood by the window, oblivious to the violence, staring up at the clouds.
"Papa, look! Aren't the clouds pretty?" he said innocently.
Xavi sighed, sitting beside him. "Yeah, they are. Like who?"
"Like my Jojo," Adris said with a bright smile. "I love Jojo."
Xavi's heart softened. "Me too, child."
"Papa, Jojo's birthday is next week! Do you have a gift?"
Xavi froze. "Oh my days… Adris, thank you for reminding me—I completely forgot!"
He laughed, lifting Adris high in the air, the tension in the hall fading for a moment.
Xantha and Sienna
Later that evening, Xantha entered Sienna's healing chamber. The scent of herbs and incense filled the air.
"Hey," she said casually, leaning against the doorframe.
"Greetings, Your Highness," Sienna replied, bowing slightly.
Xantha walked closer and sat on the bed. "How old are you?"
Sienna blinked. "Uh… I just turned twenty last week. And you?"
"I'm twenty-seven," Xantha said with a small smile.
"That's nice," Sienna murmured, unsure where this was going.
"Are you single?" Xantha asked bluntly.
Sienna hesitated. "Yeah…?"
Xantha tilted her head, studying her like a painting. Then, in one smooth motion, she stood and stepped closer.
Sienna's heart raced. "W–what are you doing? This is inappropriate."
"For you. Not for me," Xantha whispered, cupping her face and pressing a slow, deep kiss to her lips.
Sienna froze—then her eyes fluttered shut as Xantha's hands roamed along her sides.
"Mmm…" Xantha murmured between breaths.
"N-no…" Sienna managed to say, pulling away, her cheeks flushed red.
Xantha chuckled softly. "How about a date, hmm?"
Sienna bit her lip, eyes darting away. "Sure…"
"Bye, sweetie." Xantha winked, smirking as she left.
Sienna sat back, flustered. "Damn… she's hot," she whispered, touching her lips.
The Reunion of Tess and Noah
The Hendricks had left the kingdom for a short visit elsewhere. The hallways were quiet when Tess returned, her steps trembling with worry.
She slipped through the corridor, unlocking the door to Noah's room.
The stench of blood hit her first. Then she saw him—on the floor, pale, with streaks of dried crimson on his arm and tears on his face.
"Noah!"
His head lifted weakly, eyes widening in disbelief. "Tess… you came back." His voice cracked as tears streamed again. "Please… don't leave me. I'll die if you leave again. Please…"
Tess's heart shattered. She rushed to him, cradling his face. "Shhhh, it's okay, my love. I'm here."
He clung to her desperately, his arms trembling. She stroked his hair and cheek. "Come on, let's clean you up."
She led him to the washroom, washing the blood from his hands, his face. He never looked away from her, as if afraid she'd vanish again.
He brushed his teeth, changed his clothes. Tess tidied the room, smoothing the bed.
"Come on, love," she said softly, taking his hand. They walked to the kitchen together.
She began cooking, humming faintly. Noah sat nearby, watching her like a child seeing light for the first time.
"Do you want a baby?" he suddenly asked.
Tess froze, spoon mid-air. "Huh?"
"I want to give you a child," Noah said quietly. "Let's make a baby… our baby."
She turned, smiling faintly. "Are you sure? Don't you think it's a bit early, love?"
"No. It's not." His tone was serious.
She smiled softly, feeding him. "I really missed you."
He leaned closer. "Please don't go away from me again, darling."
She cupped his face. "I won't."
Their lips met, gentle at first—then desperate. He lifted her easily, carrying her to the bedroom where the world faded, and for that night, love silenced all their pain Noah wrapped his arms around her tightly and kissed her neck raining kisses down her body the rip of her skirt and removed her underwear and smell it Hmmm….he said Tess spread her legs open he kissed her clit and began sucking her she held his head Ah….yes my spot!! She said as Noah turned her around and held her hands behind her they were in a doggystyle way pounding as the sound of her ass clapping filled the room You like that huh? Noah said pulling her hair y….y..es Daddy ….Tess said as he smacked her over and over again where do you want the milk? He said still pounding her Inside inside!!! Tess said as Noah made the last hit inside her pussy filled her up her grip got tight on the sheets there we go Noah said with a laugh.
Later — The Castle at Night
By nightfall, Queen Kendra held a party in the great hall. Music played, lights glittered, but Josephine sat apart, studying an ancient map while Adris slept beside her.
Xavi entered quietly. "Studying, love?"
She nodded.
He smiled faintly, looking out the window. Plans already brewed in his mind.
Josephine yawned softly, glancing at her son. Awww, my baby looks so cute, she thought.
Xavi smirked—he'd heard her thought.
My birthday is next week… what do I do? she mused to herself.
Her smile faded. If Nana were here, she'd bake my favorite cake. Death really is the most painful thing—it takes the ones who love you most.
She wiped her tears, stood, and went to change.
When she left, Xavi opened a small cookbook Ceillie had given him—filled with all of Josephine's favorite recipes. He studied every line, determined.
Adris stirred and rubbed his face.
"Awake already?" Xavi asked, smiling.
The boy nodded sleepily.
Then Josephine returned, radiant in her gown. She kissed Adris and helped him with his shoes.
"Can you wear them now?" Xavi teased.
She slipped on a heel—only for fire to spark beneath it.
"Damn!" Xavi laughed.
"Woah!" Adris gasped, eyes wide.
"Okay… no shoes," Xavi said, still laughing.
Josephine sighed and nodded, kissing him lightly.
"No, Papa! My Jojo!" Adris said, pushing him playfully.
Xavi chuckled. "But she's mine too!"
"Nope! Only mine!" Adris pouted.
The Party
Later, during the celebration, Josephine sat beside Anesthesia. Both looked thoroughly unimpressed.
"Ugh… this is so boring," Anesthesia muttered.
"Yeah. Very, very boring," Josephine agreed in her thoughts.
They slipped away to the kitchen and began eating from the platters themselves.
Xavi, meanwhile, stood by the balcony—his expression calm but watchful—as King Venery of the Voidflame Pact approached.
"King Xavi," Venery said smoothly.
Xavi turned slowly. "I know you sent spies into my castle," he said quietly. "But I'll do nothing to you."
Venery's smile faltered. "Meaning?"
"It means," Xavi said, eyes narrowing, "that if you even try anything—my wife will kill you herself. Just as she killed your spies. If she sees your face again, it's over for you."
Venery's smirk returned faintly. "All that… because of her beautiful face?"
"Because she's more dangerous than you'll ever be," Xavi said.
At that moment, Josephine appeared, handing Xavi a drink she'd made herself.
"This is nice," he said after sipping.
She smiled, her perfect white teeth glinting in the candlelight.
"Let's talk tomorrow, King Xavi," Venery said, winking at Josephine.
Her smile faded into cold disgust. She pulled Xavi's arm firmly.
"Woahhh!" Xavi laughed. "I saw that."
"I know," she said in her thoughts locking the door behind them once they reached their chamber.
He took off his coat. The tension melted Josephine dropped to her knees Xavi used his thumb and brush her lips he took out his huge cock she looked at it and licked it while looking at him I will make you tremble now she said in her mind as she took all of him into her mouth and her hands wrapped tightly around his dock he groaned as she sick him so good that his eyes rolled back R….R….ighth there…Xavi said with the satisfaction look she did a combo of a hand job and blowjob together FUCK! Xavi said she push him to the bed as she kept sucking him to sloppy sounds and Xavi moans your such a Good girl keep going don't stop he said holding her hair she looked at him and smiled while sucking him hard they hear a knock Xavi? It was Warrick I…..I….am b..usy I will be down in a minute Xavi said as Josephine went faster than before j…j…Joesphine…..Xavi said as he cum inside her mouth she went deeper Xavi legs were shaking messily Damn…he said breathing heavily she looked into his eyes and kissed him.