The morning sun shimmered through the glass windows of the royal castle, painting gold on the marble floor. The sound of birds filled the air, gentle and alive. Adris was up early, dressed in his small royal uniform as he prepared to leave for school.
Josephine knelt before him, fixing his collar and brushing her fingers through his soft hair. He hugged her tightly, and she kissed his forehead before the guards escorted him out.
Once he was gone, the Queen of Zephyria exhaled deeply — her day had only begun.
Royal Meetings in Zephyria
Inside the grand hall of Zephyria, Josephine sat gracefully upon her silver throne, surrounded by kings, queens, and nobles from other realms. Their voices filled the air with endless discussions of trade, security, and alliances.
Her calm smile never wavered, but her body was tired — her mind heavy. She had been meeting people since dawn.
The double doors opened, and the air shifted.
Xavi stepped into the hall, regal and composed, his aura immediately commanding the respect of everyone present. Every royal present stood and bowed deeply.
He smiled softly at his wife, who looked utterly exhausted. Without a word, he turned and left quietly for her private chambers, knowing she would need him when she was done.
Hours passed. When at last the sun had begun to set, Josephine dismissed the final council and returned to her room in her castle.
When she opened the door, she froze.
Xavi was there — shirtless, the light from the balcony casting across his shoulders. Her cheeks flushed bright red, and she quickly turned away.
He chuckled lowly and opened his arms. "My baby is tired, hm?" he murmured, voice deep and soothing.
Josephine didn't resist. She went into his arms, wrapping her legs around his waist. He kissed her temple, her neck, and brushed his fingers through her long white hair.
She nodded tiredly, resting her forehead against his.
They spent the evening together in quiet peace — no words, just the sound of running water and soft laughter. The large tub was filled with rose petals and bubbles, and they both sat inside, letting the warmth soothe their fatigue.
Xavi told her small jokes, stories from when they first met, and she laughed softly, tracing small patterns on his shoulder.
Then he looked at her, smiling. "Do you want a baby? Let's give Adris a sibling," he said gently.
Josephine's eyes widened in surprise, then she smiled and nodded happily.
He chuckled and said, "After your Queen duties, my love."
She nodded again, and he leaned forward to kiss her, long and deep. They stayed like that — wrapped in quiet affection, warmth, and comfort — until the water turned still and the candles dimmed.
The Surprise and the Twins
By nightfall, they returned to Xavi's castle. Adris had fallen asleep midair, floating gently in Josephine's magic as she carried him upstairs.
The castle felt peaceful again. Only the gentle hum of night surrounded them.
In the following days, Josephine and Anesthesia began planning a secret surprise. Xavi and Xoni's shared birthday was in just four days, and as always, Josephine wanted to make it unforgettable.
That evening, she sat beside Xavi as he rested. Using her hands, she signed playfully:
What do you want for your birthday?
Xavi smirked, pretending to think deeply. "First… you. Second… you again."
She giggled silently, her smile softening. She kissed his cheek and rested against his chest.
I love you so much, she said in her mind.
He looked at her gently. "I love you very much," he replied aloud.
They slept that night wrapped in each other's warmth.
A Dangerous Gift
At sunrise, Queen Josephine prepared breakfast for the royal family — pancakes, fruit, and tea. The family gathered happily, and Kendra hugged her tightly in thanks.
Later that morning, she found Xoni — now revealed to be a woman — in the courtyard, sitting in Anesthesia's arms. They looked radiant together, laughter filling the garden air.
Josephine approached, using sign language: What does Xavi want for his birthday?
Xoni smiled, thinking carefully. "Well," she said, "there's this weapon — the Legendary Axe of Phantasmagoria. It's a twin-moon blade, ancient and powerful. But it's guarded by the vampire dragon, Vex."
Josephine bit into an apple, listening closely. Her gaze drifted far away, into the distance — her Queen's sight reaching the mountains beyond.
Before either Xoni or Anesthesia could say a word, Josephine's form flickered. In an instant, she vanished — leaving behind only the half-eaten apple.
The Mountain of Vex
In the highlands where the clouds touched the mountain peaks, Josephine appeared — silent as the wind. Her white cloak shimmered like snow.
There, resting atop blackened stones, was Vex, the vampire dragon, her wings stretching wide, scales glimmering like obsidian and blood.
Josephine tiptoed closer like a mischievous child. But the dragon's great red eyes snapped open.
"Who are you?" Vex thundered.
Josephine smiled and waved politely.
"Ah… Queen Josephine," the dragon rumbled. "The Queen of Zephyria. What brings you here?"
Josephine pointed toward the Moon Axe embedded in the ground — the legendary weapon.
Vex's laughter shook the mountain. "Many have tried to claim it. Even King Xavi himself failed. If you desire it, you must earn it."
Before Josephine could move, Vex unleashed a storm of fire.
Josephine leapt backward, flipping gracefully as waves of magic circled her. She raised her hand — The Concerto of Waves — and summoned a surge of water that clashed with the dragon's flames. The mountain shook from their battle.
When the smoke cleared, Josephine's hand shot forward — and she grasped the Axe of Phantasmagoria.
The dragon froze. Josephine stuck her tongue out playfully, and Vex couldn't help but laugh — a deep, rumbling sound.
"Go, little Queen," Vex said, smiling faintly. "You've earned it."
Josephine waved goodbye and flew home.
The Broken Heart
Back at the castle, Xavi was eating when Josephine appeared silently, placing the apple she had left earlier back on the table.
"Where did you go?" he asked curiously.
She only smiled, hiding the weapon behind her back.
Two days later, everything changed.
A misunderstanding — a harsh word — turned into a fight.
"Josephine!" Xavi's voice thundered through the room. His anger, sharp and uncontrolled, spilled over. "You're so—so dumb!"
Josephine froze, her eyes wide. She sat quietly on the bed, tears falling silently down her face as he stormed out of the room.
Hours passed. Midnight came. The castle was quiet.
When Xavi returned, he found only darkness — and a cake on his bed.
A small paper sat beside it, written in her delicate handwriting.
Happy Birthday, my love. I am sorry for being dumb.
I am sorry I cannot speak my apologies with words.
I wish I could be like others who talk and defend themselves.
I am sorry for being a burden to you.
Xavi read it slowly. His heart broke. Tears fell down his face.
"I really need to stop yelling… stop venting my anger on her," he whispered. "She's too precious for me to lose."
He blew out the candles quietly, ate a small piece of the cake, and went searching for her.
He found her in Adris's room — asleep, holding their son close.
He knelt beside her and kissed her cheek. "I'm sorry, my princess," he whispered, brushing his thumb over her face.
The Twins' Birthday
In another room, Xoni and Anesthesia celebrated quietly.
"Happy birthday, my beautiful princess," Anesthesia said, kissing Xoni's lips softly.
"Thank you, my love," Xoni murmured, smiling sleepily as they curled together.
Morning came bright and golden. Josephine gathered Xoni and Anesthesia in her private hall — the one where Ceillie's portrait hung.
She placed a long box before them and opened it.
Xoni's eyes widened. "NO WAY!" she gasped. "How did you—how did you get it?"
Anesthesia examined Josephine's arms — no visible injuries. But when Josephine raised her palms, faint scars shimmered in the light.
Without a word, she clapped her hands together, sealing the box again.
By 3:45 p.m., Xavi searched the halls for her and found her in the same chamber — asleep on the floor, holding Ceillie's picture to her chest.
He knelt beside her, brushed her hair gently, and kissed her nose.
"Josephine, love?" he whispered.
She stirred slowly, rubbing her eyes as he smiled at her.
Together, they went to the grand hall.
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TWINS!" everyone shouted.
Xoni hugged her brother tightly. Both were now thirty-five — the King and Queen Twins of Power and Light.
They cut the cake, laughter filling the room. But Josephine stayed quiet, her eyes never meeting Xavi's.
He offered her a slice; she accepted it silently, eating without a word.
Adris tugged on Xavi's sleeve. "Papa, apologize to Mama, okay?" he said softly.
Xavi's heart sank. He nodded.
Everyone began giving gifts. When it was Josephine's turn, she stepped forward and handed Xavi a box.
Xoni smiled knowingly.
Xavi opened it — and froze.
"No… no way!" he gasped, grinning wide. "No freaking way!"
He lifted the weapon — the Axe of Phantasmagoria.
The entire hall erupted.
"WOAHHH!" Bernard shouted.
"It's the Axe of Phantasmagoria!" Morvan said.
Celeste nodded. "Yeah, it is!"
Celine smiled brightly. "Incredible!"
"How did you get it from Vex?" Xavi asked in disbelief.
Josephine didn't speak. She only smiled softly — a smile with hidden pain.
The celebration continued late into the night.
The Garden of Forgiveness
When the crowd had faded, Josephine slipped away into the enormous royal garden. Moonlight poured over the roses as she fell to her knees, finally letting the tears she'd held all day fall freely.
Behind her, Xavi followed quietly.
He watched her shoulders shake. His heart broke again.
Without a word, he stepped forward and wrapped his arms around her from behind. She tried to pull away, still crying, but he held her tighter — pressing his forehead against hers.
"I'm sorry, my love," he whispered, his voice trembling. "I should never have spoken to you that way."
Josephine looked up at him, her eyes red but soft. He wiped her tears with his hands and kissed her forehead as he lifted her into his arms and wrapped her legs around his waist he took his thick cock and push her underwear aside as he shoved his cock inside her wet pussy as her eye rolled back he hang both her legs in his arms as her arms were wrapped around his neck as he groaned while fucking her wet dripping pussy Josephine moan in her mind as he heard them the sound of their skin slapping together were all over the garden I love you so very much Xavi said as Josephine looked at him with seductive eyes and he chuckled while pounding her.
Then he lifted her gently into his arms — holding her close as though she were made of light and breath — and together, they stayed in the moonlit garden until the stars faded and morning touched the sky.