Xander and Ezekiel made it to the garden after making sure no one was following them.
There was a long stretch of silence between them as the men had an intense eye conversation.
"Why are you here Zeke? You know that I don't like keeping my visitors waiting," Xander hinted that Juicy was still around.
"Visitor indeed," Ezekiel muttered with sarcasm in his tone.
"Get straight to the point Kiel," Xander said.
"Fine. I have some issues with Evelynn," Ezekiel began.
"Some?" Xander questioned him.
"A lot of issues," a sigh escaped Ezekiel's lips.
"She knows about Gracie, right?" Xander asked.
"How did you know about that?" Ezekiel looked a bit surprised.
"Juicy was the one she called to follow you which she did and since I usually have my men follow Juicy secretly, that was when I figured out everything," Xander explained briefly.
"And why didn't you let me know?" Ezekiel asked with anger.
"Why should I let you know when you cheated on your wife Ezekiel? Honestly, I didn't expect that from you," Xander told him.
"You know that no one can ever replace Gracie in my heart," Ezekiel stated.
"And you also know that the both of you are a forbidden pair. Also for goodness' sake, you are married to Evelynn and not Gracie," Xander reminded him just in case he had forgotten.
"What should I do now?" Ezekiel asked, he was completely tired of everything happening lately.
"How am I supposed to know? I know nothing about your wife, you are in a better position to know how to pacify your wife," Xander made known to him.
Ezekiel sighed as he shoved his hands through his hair and shut his eyes.
"You and I know that I also know nothing about her but you are more experienced with women than I am, that is why I am seeking help," Ezekiel added.
"Women have different likes and dislikes, so I can't possibly know the one Evie likes," Xander kept on taunting Ezekiel.
"Just give me tips, I would use my brain to figure out the rest," Ezekiel said tiredly.
"Fine. There is only one thing I can advise you to do and that is to be kind and loving to her, women love men who are affectionate towards them," Xander explained.
"That is all?" Ezekiel asked.
"You might need to work hard on it," Xander added, causing Ezekiel to sigh, he was totally messed up.
"Fine, I would so as you just said and thanks," Ezekiel appreciated him before taking his leave.
Xander watched Ezekiel till he was out of sight and sighed. Hopefully, Ezekiel would change for good, you heard him, hopefully.
"What happened?" Juicy asked him when she saw his worried expression.
"It is nothing," Xander was quick to say as he approached Juicy in a seductive manner, just before Juicy could say anything, he captured her lips.
Their kiss was slow and gentle, conveying a lot of emotions, it was deep and intense.
"I love you a lot, Juicy," Xander whispered into her ears, causing her to giggle.
"I love you too, Xander," Juicy whispered back and both of them stayed in that position for a long time.
"What happened to Ezekiel?" Juicy asked.
"He has issues with Evie, your bestie," Xander responded.
"Is he worried about it?" Juicy asked curiously.
"Yes, he is, and trust me, it is a positive sign," Xander replied, still in their embrace.
"I just hope that he doesn't hurt my friend further else he would have me to contend with," Juicy said with fury in her eyes. Matters concerning Evie were really touchy for her, so no one messes with Evie for her. Period!
Meanwhile,
Princess Eloise had her flashlight on as she walked deep into the forest where she was to meet their helper.
"You are late," the helper made known to her.
"I am aware," Eloise replied with her arms folded at her chest.
"You know I still don't fully trust you, especially when you are one of Ezekiel's closest companions," Eloise added, earning a chuckle from the man.
"I know you don't trust me, I won't either if I were to be in your position," the man stated.
"How is the plan going?" Eloise asked.
"Going well, from your side?" The man inquired.
"Smooth as well, at least no flaws for now," Eloise said.
"Then that is good to hear, I would send you a signal and then you would attack. Make sure your men are ready at all times," the man ordered.
"Yes your royal Highness," Eloise agreed~ note the heavy sarcasm.
"With that being said, I would take my leave. Remember that nothing must go wrong, any wrong move then this whole plan would come collapsing," the man said with no ounce of emotion in his voice.
"Nothing would go wrong, don't worry and…" she paused as she stepped closer to him and was staring at him right in the eyes.
"Don't underestimate my kind, we can cause more harm than expected," Eloise whispered into his ears.
"Says the people that Ezekiel had banished them for centuries now and they are currently hiding from him," the man taunted her. Eloise's face darkened as she stared at the man before her.
"Don't tempt me," she said through gritted teeth.
"You know too well, you want, sorry! Need me for this plan to work out," the man added calmly.
Eloise took a deep breath in, trying to calm herself down. He was right, they needed him for their plan to be a success.
"I would do as instructed," Eloise said and turned to leave but then she felt someone's grip on her and the next thing that happened was a blur to her.
All she knew was that someone's lips crashed on hers and kissed her furiously and she kissed him back, matching his feriousity.
"You are such a good kisser," the man whispered into her ears as he ravished her throat with kisses.
"We need to stop this…" Eloise trailed off when the man captured her lips once again.
"I guess we need somewhere to go down to it," the man said and at a snap of Eloise fingers they were at her room.
This was going to be one long day.