C8 Dissapointment

Veronica's P.O.V

I went over to the bed and practically threw myself on it. I stared at the ceiling once again, not being able to stop my mind from running. If a million thoughts were running through my head before, they were now a million and one. Why couldn't I keep my mouth shut? Why couldn't I contain myself? Now Natalia will be worse than before. I knew her. I knew her far too well and I'm sure that I struck a nerve. She was going to make me pay for it, but what will the price be and will I be able to handle it?

Natalia's P.O.V

I quickly rushed out of the little snake's room. How dare she talk to me like that? I was and will always be the more powerful queen." Hell, she is nothing compared to me! I thought, trying to compose myself in case some of the staff was around.

I was practically storming through the hallways of the castle. I bumped into a few soldiers on the way, definitely not ignoring the looks they were giving me, but I could care less. Their time would also come. Once I was in front of my room I slammed the door open and yelled to the maids to leave me alone. The plan must happen quicker than I had planned. The little good for nothing, queen'' had to learn her lesson.

,,Asher!" I yelled. Within a few moments he flew in the room, knowing that when I spoke in that tone, nothing good could be expected.

,,Get ready! Things are starting now!" He smiled, not an ounce of hesitation in his eyes, exactly why I chose him. He knew what I meant straight away, another one of my favorite qualities in him. He was fast, smart, loyal, and he could understand me with just one look, exactly how I liked it.

,,On your order ma'am!" He smirked to himself. This will be your end, Veronica.

The next day

Felix's P.O.V

I had once again woken up early to get work done. There were a lot of border attacks recently, not only for my kingdom but for neighboring kingdoms as well. I was non-stop on the phone talking to other kings, scheduling meetings, responding to emails, checking on the wounded soldiers and their families. We were already losing so many people and we weren't anywhere near solving the problem.

The new of more wounded and killed warriors caused me to slam my fists on my desk. I was angry, furious even. So many women were being separated from their partners, so many mothers from their sons, so many sisters from their brothers and so many kids from their fathers all because of the stupid attacks.

,,How many did you say?" I asked Nathaniel through gritted teeth. It came out in almost a whisper. I was even surprised he heard it.

,,346 for the last week, king." He replayed hesitantly.

,,How are they so strong! I don't understand! What do they even want, did you speak to the attackers?"

,,I did. They don't want to make a deal. They want to rule, they want power and territories. They wanted me to tell you that you and the neighboring kingdoms' kings will either step down and allow them to rule or..." He went quiet, refusing to finish his sentence.

,,Or what Nathaniel? Speak!" I ordered. I had had enough of people biting around the bush, especially when it was on such important matters.

,,Or they won't stop attacking until they don't get what they want. But there is a bigger problem, sir. The next targets are the queens." His words made my blood boil.

,,Nathaniel nor they-" I clenched my fists, hoping not to snap someone's neck. ,,Nor anyone for that matter, will lay a hand on my wife!" I slammed my fists once again, turning my hands slightly red. I needed a punching bag and I need it before I broke my desk in half. Nathaniel looked worried. Either he didn't believe we could protect the women and kids or he was worried how many lives we would have to sacrifice to do so. Either way, I wasn't satisfied with the outcome.

Just then I heard a light knock come from behind the door. I gestured to Nathaniel and he opened it. I saw Veronica in a beautiful yellow dress that reached to her knees. For shoes, she was wearing beige, knitted flats. High heels were forbidden ever since I found out about the baby. She had a knitted purse through her shoulder and a white tiara. She was stunning, like always.

Her melodic voice shot me out of my trance.

,,I figured I would find you here." She said smiling at me. ,,It's time to go or we'll be late!"I looked over at Nathaniel with a pleading look in my eyes. I had no idea where I had to go or what I was going to be late for. He shook his head slightly and I realized I was doomed. Veronica must have also noticed I didn't have a clue about what she was talking and her mood completely changed. I was just hoping it was not anything important, but by the disappointment evident in her face I knew it was. Her smile from a couple of seconds ago was gone. It was replaced with a frown.

,,You forgot?" She questioned with a pang of hurt to her voice.

,,Love ,I" She interrupted me.

,,It's the day we find out the gender of our baby and the first appointment that you will come to. I thought you were as excited as I was, but I guess work is already more important than our child." She was disappointed and I was the cause. I felt so bad. I was already being a bad dad. I went to hug my wife, but she pushed me away.

,,I'll wait in the car if you still want to come." Just as she turned around and I was going to run after her the phone rang. It was the king of Analo. The attacks were the worst there and I knew I couldn't ignore the call.

,,Give me five minutes!"I pleaded. She just continued walking, whilst shaking her head.

Once she was out of the room I picked up the phone.

,,What is it, Arnold?" I asked slightly annoyed.

,,Felix, you need to come here immediately! We are losing too many people. The kingdom is almost out of recourses and I don't know how much longer we can hold off the attacks! Please, Felix!" have never heard my friend sound this way. Without thinking I agreed to go help him and hung up. I don't know how I will tell Veronica now. I screwed up. I could only hope she would understand my reasons.

,,Love." I started. ,,It was king Arnold. He needs my help desperately. I have to leave the kingdom by tonight. I won't be able to attend this appointment, but I promise I will make it up to you."

,,Save it, Felix! I don't want excuses. You won't be there to find out the gender of our firstborn. The baby we have wanted for so long. Go help Arnold because no one here is important, clearly!"Her eyes were now flooded with tears.

,,Honey! Please don't do this. There will be plenty of appointments in the future. If it wasn't important I wouldn't be going. It's not easy for me either."

,,Well you know what's not easy? Being pregnant and alone. You are always so busy working and by the time you come to bed I'm having my third dream. I miss you, Felix! But clearly, it's a one-side thing." I watched as her tears streamed down her face. Deep down I knew she was right and I hated myself for it, I hated that I was already being a bad father and I was starting to wonder if I would ever be able to be there for my family. ,,I was excited Felix, you know that? Excited to spend time with you at least for one day and to watch your eyes as you looked at the monitor. I needed you today and you won't be here. Save the explanations, I don't want them!''

,,Nathaniel will be in charge while I'm gone. If you need anything ask him." I closed the car door and watched as the driver took off, Veronica crying in the backseat. I so didn't want to leave, knowing our relationship was falling apart. I didn't want to leave when I could find out the gender of my baby instead, but I had to go and be a ruler. I had to go save thousands of people because that's what I vowed to do.

,,Nathaniel, take care of her for me!" He nodded and I went to get ready.

Authors note

Hi guys! Thank you for giving my book a chance and I hope you are enjoying it. Finally a long chapter. I was really struggling with making my chapters long and not just dialogue and I think I'm finally getting there. Anyways, I would really like your thoughts on the Veronica - Felix argument. Who do you think is right?