Lust POV
Today the council has requested a meeting and I just don't know how to react. I'm sure my brother is having it worse because everyone is suddenly expecting him to wield the mantle of power.
I approached the secret chamber feeling uneasy about what those foolish demons wanted to say.
As I pulled open the wooden door,all eyes turned towards me. Everyone was already seated with Rage at the head table.
I made my way to my seat not minding the glares some of them were giving me because I arrived late.
They won't dare speak if they love their heads.
I sat down crossing my legs and met their every glare.
My shoulder firm and my essence released showing my power. Some of them cowered.
"Please begin. I would like to know what this meeting is for" My brother spoke equally as confused as I am.
Lancelot the mouthpiece spoke"It's been a month since the king disappeared and left us"
Here goes. I think I know where all this is going
"So...don't beat around the bush Lancelot"
I could feel how uncomfortable my brother was with where this was heading.
"Gorham needs a new ruler. Duties have been neglected for a while and it's time it all gets back to normal. You as the eldest will have to step up and ascend the throne" Lancelot spoke.
All the other council members nodded their heads showing their support.
I'm definitely sure they had this meeting before coming here to speak.
Rage eyes were as hard as can be "Aren't I already taking up the duties of my father. I cannot ascend the throne when my father is still alive. That's like asking for war"
Theia sat up and spoke "Yes you are. But we need more. No demon will regard you as their ruler If you do not ascend the throne. It's your responsibility"
"And also if Demora cared about the throne he wouldn't have left just like that" Sir Fluke replied while adjusting his glasses.
I seriously don't understand why he wears them. Demons have great sight.
"You have to ascend the throne" Sir Elliot concluded.
I can smell my brothers frustration from here.
He always wanted the throne,so I don't understand why he is not jumping at the offer now. It's not as if I want to rule this moron's.
But for some reason he is hesitant.
I kept on observing everyone especially my brother as he kept on taping his finger on the wooden table glaring at everyone in the room.
"I am not ready!" He spoke rather harshly and stood up.
Everyone stood up with him. Some were stunned, others just annoyed.
"If you don't decide soon then Lust will have to ascend the throne. We need a ruler and not a side piece!!" Sir Jerome who has been quite all this while spoke harshly.
Okay...that got my attention. There is no way am climbing that throne. It's not like they will actually let me.
"Rage just sit and hear them out"
If you don't these idiots will sacrifice me next.
I could see as every vain on his neck were popping out. He turned around stiffly and glared at me.
He has always been a smart mouth not missing a chance to ruin my day but he knows how right I am.
He moved angrily and sat down.
Everyone sat down after he did. They were all relieved that he sat down back.
Rage finally spoke "Fine! but I need some time to think about it."
Think about what?
Isn't this what he always wanted?!
I could see on their faces that some of them were not satisfied with that answer, while others where just glad he considered it.
Bridget hasn't said anything which leaves me puzzled.
She just sat down calmly and I can see that she is observing everyone like I am. She is normally the wisest amongst everyone here apart from Lancelot.
It would be nice to be able to read her mind and everyone here but they are demons,it's easy for them to block their thoughts.
"Fine. You have till one week to decide. But till then,you will take up every responsibility of your father. And you Lust the council would like you to assist your brother and up your training with the knights as their is every possibility of an attack since our defense has weakened with the king gone" Lancelot spoke for everyone as usual.
Up my training?
Have I been playing all this while!
I have been the commander of our knights for as long as I can remember and I have been doing a good job at it.
I nodded accepting their decision.
Everyone looked relieved that it was finally over.
Till Bridget spoke
"What are we going to do about the new guest or should I say member of this castle?" She spoke directing her gaze at me.
"You are right. It's been proven she is the king's daughter but that doesn't make her a demon" Sir Fluke spoke.
"I don't care what you do to her but...I think my brother would" Rage replied annoyingly smirking at me with his arms crossed.
I could feel my demon ready to come out but I gritted my teeth holding it in.
"She should be sent out of here and back to her world" Calida spoke angrily.
I can definitely say that her's is personal.
We had a thing before but I haven't seen or met with her after Chris came here.
Jerome spoke "I believe she is his daughter though"
"She should be given a test to prove she is worthy of being accepted as a member of the royal family and also as a demon. She needs to show her worth" Bridget spoke.
Lancelot looked thoughtful before he spoke
"How can she be given a test when she doesn't even know anything about our world. She Is new here. She should be trained first!"
"I agree. She needs to be taught and then tested before we can guarantee either to send her back or perform a ritual of acceptance for her." Brooke spoke.
"I have already called a tutor for her. She is being tutored" Hiding my anger on how they are speaking about Chris is tough . Cause all I feel like doing is using their heads as a design on my wall.
Calida snorted making me turn to her " A tutor? Don't make me laugh Lust. She needs more than that. She shouldn't be given special treatment just because she is your new fling"
If she wasn't a council member I would have slit her throat by now.
Rage definitely is finding all this funny, cause he keeps biting his lips trying to hide his laugh but I can see pass it all.
"She needs to undergo combat training and be thought the basis of being a demon. I will pick an elder or a council member who will watch her during this period. Any mistake from her and she will be sent back to her world" Elder Lancelot spoke.
Lancelot is like the second head when my father is absent. His opinion matters alot.
"She is not ready"
They can't force this on her. She is still dealing with the death of her mother. She needs more time.
"It doesn't matter if she is ready or not. It's a responsibility and should be carried out. Everyone is in support of it" Theia spoke.
All the council members nodded their head.
"I will gladly over see to her training personally"
Calida spoke with a smirk on her face.
I'm sure everyone can see the hidden intention behind her words.
No way am letting this evil woman near Chris.
"I will personally find her an instructor and trainer." I spoke to them.
Bridget nodded "I believe elder Fluke is the best to make sure this is implimented and observe the girl during her training "
Everyone seems to agree while others like Calida refused.
Fluke is normally too serious and principled but I can't do anything about it cause if I speak it won't go well for her.
"Why me? I dont want to" Fluke spoke not in support.
No one seemed to listen to him though.
A knock distracted us. A guard came in and gave Rage a letter.
He opened it and his face hardened the more. He looked annoyed.
"It would seem that the Lords would be visiting with their sons for an important matter. Which means those three fools are coming" Rage said making everyone eyes widen.
Oh no for devil's sake!
They are my friends but they can be something.
I can see how the mood suddenly changed. No one was happy about the arrival. Everyone was dreeding their presence.
They are the typical playboys who despite being a demon lack seriousness. They never regard the elders or council at all.
And when they are together in a place chaos unfolds.
Sir Lancelot cleared his throat and spoke "When are they coming?"
"Tomorrow"Rage ran his hand through his hair annoyed.
We sure give him trouble when we are together especially my friends. They never see eye to eye with him.
"We need to organize a welcome feast for them tomorrow. It might be too soon but it can't be helped"Lady Bridget spoke.
"This meeting is dismissed" Rage spoke and walked out annoyed.
I walked out after him.
"Hey their presence can't be that bad"
He stopped and glared at me
"Says one of them. When you all are together you become immature and cause chaos" He spoke.
"I'm different now. Their presence won't influence me and it's been years, am sure they have changed. Relax brother"
I tapped his shoulder amused by his reaction.
My friends are trouble but they can also be fun. I have missed them.
"Whatever"
He shrugged my hand off and walked away.
It's been years I haven't seen them. The last we saw each other I was still a demon with a raging sexual hormone.
They better change.