" Lilly I'm going..." I said .
" I'm coming with you..." Lily said .
I nodded as I got into the chariot that was prepared for me and we headed to the hospital.
" I'm never going to get used to this. Is this really necessary?" I asked Lilly.
She laughed" Well yes since you are the first wife to the emperor. "
I nodded" Wait first!"
She smiled" Yes . His Majesty has never married before."
Now I really had to find out what this guy wanted . Maybe my dad had answers. The chariot came to a halt and the guard Xavier assigned to me took my hand to help me out.
" What's your name?"
" Uhhh...."
" Well if you'll be with me it's best I know your name . "
" It's Austin "
I smiled before heading into the hospital. My dad had his own special room . He was awake much to my relief since I didn't have a lot of time . I had to get back to the palace to prepare for the event.
" Wait for me here" I said to Lilly and Austin. I went in alone and dad smiled broadly.
His smile faded, " I'm sorry about what your mother did.."
" Don't dad. It's fine and what could be better than marrying an emperor. " I said with a half smile. He sighed. " Besides you're okay now and it's thanks to him. "
I squeezed his hand. " Dad I need you to tell me ..."
" It's back?"
I nodded. He sat up and began explaining.
" I guess it's time you knew..."
Apparently my family had the bloodline of a powerful magician known to wield power that knew no bounds. The power was to be passed on through generations but for some reason it was dominant until I was born and my dad saw power surge within me .
" So I have the power to wield magic..."
" Not yet but one day you will. When it's time you'll know. Now get out I want to rest..."
I sighed as he slipped back to bed. Austin came to call me stating it's time to leave and after saying goodbye I left.
****
I couldn't tell if talking to my dad helped or not but now I just had many more questions.
I got dressed in a red and black elegant flowing dress with a revealing back and a deep V neck that ended just between my breasts.
" You look radishing.." Xavier said as he came in . He had his back linen jacket that covered a white long sleeve shirt. He looked amazing.
" Why are you here?"
" Heard you spoke to your dad...did he answer your questions?"
I turned to face him . He was plopped up on my bed.
" That does not concern you.."
He walked towards me and stood right infront of me. His huge body towering over me . I looked at his chest that heaved up and down as he breathed.
He lifted my chin to meet his eyes. Goodness those eyes are spell binding. He bent down that our lips were inches apart.
" I have a gift for you..." He said brandishing a diamond necklace before me. "Come on let me help you wear it..."
I nodded and instinctively turned around so he could do so. His fingers brushed my long dark hair to my side and I held my hair up as he placed the necklace on me.
I could see from the mirror before me how his gaze burned my back . After he was done I let my hair down and he wrapped his arms around my waist and placed his head on my neck.
" Beautiful!" He said his hot breath grazing my skin. He closed his eyes as if taking in my scent and his deeds were simply maddening. If this continued ....No I had to stop this before things escalated.
I released myself from his grip and walked towards the door taking my black fur gown that was on the bed.
" We'll be late.." I said and I swear I saw a grin on his face as I said this and left.
******
The party was quite a distance on the other side of the Kingdom. The host was a Lord of the Kingdom and he was hosting a celebration to celebrate his daughter's birthday.
" I bet he's hosting it just to find a suitor for his daughter..."
" Well it isn't bad he's just looking out for her future..."
I rolled my eyes " Yeah right..."
We soon arrived and I couldn't help but notice how everyone stared as Xavier helped me from the carriage surrounded by three guards .
" Don't worry you'll get used to it . Just behave..." He said as if noticing my worried look.
I nodded as we got in to the event . People smiled but I could feel everyone assessing my every move waiting I mess up.
" Your Majesty!" The host Lord Martin said as he gave a slight bow . " My lady he bowed and I gave him a small curtsey still holding on to Xavier's arm.
He ushered us to follow him towards a well laid out table. He then excused himself and I turned to Xavier.
" You know you don't have to stay with me ..."
He looked at my eyes as if searching for something.
" Go on I'll be fine . I can handle myself." I smiled to him and just then a Duke came up to talk to him and nodded for him to leave.
I stood up hoping to get some air when I was stopped.
" Why what is such a beautiful young lady doing all alone ..." I instantly turned to face the owner of the voice.