CHAPTER 28
Clinton was still on the bed laying fast asleep, Vivian was instructed to sit there in case he woke up and needed anything she sat before him on a stool wandering back and forth on what Kara could have done to him.
A few minutes later after so much waiting, Clinton open up his slightly blinking to get straight he was, trying to lift his head a little, and he could feel a painful headache sting him in the forehead.
Would you have some water, Vivian said holding up a glass full of water, he nodded.
Ok have this "she held it up to me landing it on his lips"
He took a sip and then sat upright on the bed, what happened he asked confused.
I don't know but I think you would be fine, she said standing up and about to leave the room.
Clinton held on to her hand not wanting her to leave, don't leave me he said.
I would be back soon she smiled and dismissed the room.
He is awake, Vivian said standing before everyone in the duke's chambers.
Let's go, Lazarus said heading to the room.
Clinton got out of the room worried about where everyone was, look over there he his out of bed Lazarus said referring to Clinton.
They all walked towards him wondering how he was feeling,
Why are you all looking at me like that "Clinton asked confused'.
Sit, Lazarus told him pointing to a sit nearby.
The Duchess and the other wives excused the discussion, and Vivian also excused them.
Clinton is not sure if you remembered but a maiden somehow got into the palace and disguised herself as a maid.
She called herself Kara, she also put you under a love spell which made you go crazy all over her, she also tried to steal the key chain which leads to the Philadelphia throne room,
What! I can't believe that happened I can't remember anything, so did you manage to stop her?
Yes, I did, here is the key chain "Lazarus said handing over the key back to Clinton.
Thank you so much, Lazarus, this sounds like Bulgaria's handwork and they surely are begging for war, Lazarus gets the men ready and you can now let the people know that I am alive and am ready to get back my kingdom.
Clinton said with a clenched fist ready for war and this time he let go with no mercy.
Do not worry Clinton we are all here for you and we would surely fight alongside you no matter what we are family and family stick together.
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The guards open the gates and gave a bow of honor as king Noan and prince Calix made an entrance into the room, two maids welcomed Lexar and escorted him to his room while two other maids escorted the king to his quarters.
They both took off their clothes and had a nice refreshing bath, while a nicely prepared meal was ready for them in the dining.
They reached for the dining area and both had a scrumptious meal.
Calix, I would inform the head guard of the war so he could get the other guards ready for tomorrow then tomorrow we would carry on with the discussion it is getting late, and we have to get enough sleep, tomorrow is a new day.
Alright, father, I am already ahead of you on that, I shall take my leave now "Lexar said exiting the room.
Calix got into his room reaching for his bed he saw one of his mistresses walking towards him seductively, while half-naked it was only a little towel wrapped around her.
Suddenly Calix felt the urge of need as she held onto him wrapping her arm around his neck, his mind was pestering him to agree with her but he later fought back the feeling and pushed her backward.
She was confused as to why he ignored her, he had always fallen into the hands of every woman that came his way, what is wrong don't you like what you see she said almost pulling off his shirt but he held back and asked her to sleep.
She was confused but knew how strong he was and left him in other not to make annoyed, he sat on his bed and watched her leave, he bit his lips as he watched her leave waving her wonderful curves but ignoring her features.
He knew there were more things to do and having fun couldn't even solve half of the problem, this upcoming war would have to take most of the desirable pleasure all he could think about was how the war could go.
He took off his robe and pulled off his booths, he felt free and went off to sleep although it felt even strange to him to have a sleep without a lady by his side.
Knock knock, a knock was placed on Aria's room door.
She reached for the door and opened it slightly, it his I "Calix replied", come in Aria said with a smile.
What brings you back I thought you said you didn't want me, I just need you by my side and nothing else will come in and make yourself comfortable.
Calix walked towards her hand and wrapped his arms around her waist, why don't you keep calm and let me have you, she smiled back at Calix's gestures.
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Alright everyone Clinton and I are here to inform you that Bulgaria is begging for war and we would give them but first Bryan have you informed the people just as I instructed "Lazarus said referring to Bryan the head guard", yes sir, Jonathan and I had gotten a few hefty men to your side and they are ready to fight when you are.
Good so here is the map pinned to the wall, as you can see there are a lot of bushes surrounding Bulgaria castle, to get there we would have to avoid reaching the market area and we would be fine.
Bryan, I would like for you to call in the men from the village and get them ready for the war also, they would need weapons to tell the weapon miner to make more daggers and arrows there are enough swords in the weapon room.
How are things going with the planning "duke Buckingham asked marching into the planning area". Well, un failingly things are going well "Clinton and Lazarus replied".
I just came to inform you that I had spoken to king Andrew and he assured me to offer help from his guards to join in the war.
That his nice thank you so much, Duke, I would always remember this even in a million years "Clinton said excitedly".
I think it's his time we call Iris and Bryana back so far there are no threats in Philadelphia "duke Buckingham said".
I would send a carriage to go get them back "Lazarus replied".
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Calix got up from bed and left Aria's room gently, he walked into his room and then dug into a nice cool bath.
The guards are outside getting prepared and her training, father don't you think we should get help from the nearby kingdoms to outnumber Clinton and his men, nonsense do you think your father is a coward I had fought them alone before and won, so who says I can't do it again "king Noan said in pride".
Whatever you say father "Calix said without arguing with his father.
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I somehow feel more excited for today than normal, I don't think there is anything to ruin this day Bryana, you surely said it to even make you more excited I would love to let you know that we would soon leave Heidinburg, and finally after so long you would be able to meet your brother. "Bryana said hoping Iris would be full of excitement".
What is the matter aren't you happy to finally meet your brother and don't worry after the war this would finally be fully your home "Bryana said noticing Iris's sad look"
It is not that it is just....
Just what, you would miss Lexar everything is going to be fine trust me "Bryana completed her sentence jokingly considering her expression.
What! that is not even possible, how can I fall in love with the son of the man that tried killing my whole family never "Iris busted as she stood in anger".
Urgh, Iris, do you have to be so stubborn, he loves you and you know it and I am sure you also feel the same way too but you let your stubborn ego take over your mind, let me ask you something can you watch him get tortured and not confess your love to him, I spoke to him the other day and all he said made it clear that he was referring to you, Iris looks me in the eyes and tells me you love him " Bryana tormented".
I do is just I find it difficult to think straight when I am around him so I just feel its best if I just let it be and forget about him, I am a warrior I don't want to be some queen waiting for a king to rule the kingdom I want to be a queen to stand up for her people without the help of a king " Iris said kneeling to the ground in tears".
Don't worry iris trust me things would be ok I know you're confused and don't know what to do I am here for you every step of the way.
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They both stepped out of the room and reached for the town halls, wit this is Lexar's room why not a goodbye before you leave "Bryana convinced", fine I will.
She place a soft knock on the door, come in Lexar replied, wow Eliana is that you "he asked amazed" actually my name is Iris I'm sorry I lied but you also played the part old friend William.
Wow you remembered am sorry about that leaving you in the jungle alone but I had to but look faith brought us together again, and it is about to break us apart Iris ended.
What do you mean are you leaving "Clinton asked desperately", yes, I have to, and anytime soon but hopefully faith would bring us back together.
Iris said and placed a soft kiss on his cheeks then dismissed his room.
Bryana that his Avian coming towards us, hi Avian we are going to Heidinburg would you like to come with us, "Iris asked gently".
Do not worry princess I would stay back here and get the castle ready to welcome you.
Avian said and waved to them goodbye.