Supernatural Villain (Supernatural Captivity #3) - Avery Song Page 0,104
from her. And now the real truth hidden within the shadows of this world had led her to become a queen who's destiny revolved around saving this universe from the approaching Great Summoning.
Entering the castle, I began to follow my instincts as I waltzed through the maze. It was going to take me a bit to find my place in this kingdom, let alone choose a room to mark as my territory.
Though I'd make my futile attempt to slip into her bed rather than sleep elsewhere.
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't getting used to sleeping with Cassandra in my arms: the comforting tranquility her naked body delivered by being pressed against mine as she softly breathed in and out, the slow rhythm of her beating heart and the brief moments where she'd mumble words that had no context.
Just thinking about it made my cock hard, and I'd be a bigger fool if I didn't miss that brief moment of 'us'. I wouldn't acknowledge that it was selfish of me to miss a time of misery with my beloved queen, but I ached for the lone moments where I knew without a doubt that she needed me by her side.
I knew, regardless of the others’ return, I wouldn't be replaced or discarded, but the idea still threatened the hollows of my mind when she wasn't in my line of sight.
That was one of the many reasons I was off to find her.
The night burst into a celebration as the kingdom was filled with new individuals we'd never had the privilege of meeting. That led to Cassandra being the center of attention as she had to do what a queen should and acknowledge each individual, from the young to the old.
There was an array of supernaturals, with a few humans who carried knowledge far beyond centuries that surpassed what humans currently knew of technology. There was a good amount of fae, many carrying a level of humbleness that seemed rare in its kind among most of the fae. As for the amount of dragon shifters in our midst, it felt like we had our own tribe that could thrive and be built upon if we wished it.
Each individual was unique in their nature, and even the children had promising futures ahead of them as they celebrated this wondrous unity of the past and present.
Cassandra's parents seemed the proudest as they stayed close to Cassandra the entire time to aid her transition to rulership. I could tell it was overwhelming for Cassandra as she carried the perfect mask of professionalism that was mixed with relief and happiness.
Her joy was pure and relief obvious, but as the night continued on, I could tell she was growing more exhausted by the minute. The others had seemed to find a place with a few groups of supernaturals: Tristian found shapeshifter twins and an older man who used to work with the Secret Service way back when, Dominick connected with many of the fae, Otis had a discussion with an elder vampire couple, and Adonis sang happily to anyone who would listen to his addicting voice that blended perfectly to any tune.
Marigold was aiding with the festivities with the additional aid of Aries, Dominick's apparent fae pixie guide. I didn't think he even had one, but he quickly revealed he didn't like the idea of controlling him and thus, they rebelled like teenagers and he was too tired to bother taming the cocky beast.
I'm sure if I was in that position with Vladimir, he'd find a way to make it so I was his slave and not the other way around. Either way, with what we had in store, we needed all the help we could get.
Going through the castle and to the obvious places I knew Cassandra had some knowledge of getting to, I paused in the master bedroom as I glanced at the window to see the tiny glimmer of sunrise upon the horizon.
The view of these lands captivated my attention, leaving me itching to explore. I could recall the memories of the past where my life revolved around the idea of adventure and seeking to discover all this world had to offer.
It was a time when I knew nothing about the dark sides of this world. Didn't second guess the individuals I met along the way or the connections and friendships I vowed to keep. Those times of innocent bliss were ones I missed, and I was sure Vladimir did as well.