The great hall blazed with light and laughter. Golden chandeliers swung gently above, the tables overflowing with food, wine, and precious delicacies. The sound of music and chatter filled the air as kings, queens, nobles, warriors, and friends celebrated the wedding of King Xavi and Queen Josephine.
But Josephine sat uncomfortably, her fingers tightening around her cup. Her glowing amber eyes wandered over the crowded room. The noise pressed into her chest, suffocating. Her body tensed; her appetite roared. She was starving.
Dressed now in a second gown—an elegant midnight dress of silk embroidered with silver roses—Josephine pressed her hand gently against her stomach.
"Are you okay, love?" Xavi leaned close, his voice low.
Josephine shook her head silently and signed with her hands. I am very hungry. I need food.
Xavi's eyes softened. He squeezed her hand, stood, and pulled her up gently. Without explanation, he led her out of the hall. They slipped into the kitchen, and at Xavi's command, the maids quickly bowed and left.
Josephine rolled her eyes playfully, a rare spark of mischief. With no hesitation, she walked straight to the counter, spotted the red velvet and blueberry cake, and—without a fork—dipped her entire face into it, taking a massive bite.
At that exact moment, Xavi was rinsing his hands at the basin. "So, what do you—" He turned and froze.
Josephine raised her head from the cake. Her cheeks and lips were smeared crimson and blue, her eyes glowing with delight.
Xavi's mouth dropped open. Then he burst into laughter, louder and freer than anyone had heard in years. "JOSEPHINE!" he cried, his chest shaking. "How does that even fit inside your mouth? Gosh!" He walked over, cupped her messy face, and laughed even harder.
Josephine grinned at him with a full mouth, muffling her silent laugh.
"Damn…" Xavi said again, shaking his head, unable to stop laughing.
The door burst open. The gang, Queen Olydia, Xoni, Anesthesia, Hendrick, and the rest of the family all stood frozen in shock.
"King Xavi is… laughing," Hendrick muttered in disbelief.
"Oh wow…" Xoni whispered, looking sideways at Anesthesia.
Olydia turned to Hendrick solemnly. "Thank you for your daughter, King Hendrick. I promise to take care of her as if she were my own child."
"Take care of her," Ceillie added firmly.
"I will," Queen Olydia vowed.
Xavi, still smiling, pressed a kiss to Josephine's cheek, smearing more cake there.
Later that night, steam filled the marble shower chamber. Josephine stood under the cascading water, her gown gone, her pale skin glistening. Xavi wrapped himself around her from behind, resting his head against her shoulder.
Xavi… she whispered in her mind.
Hey, sweetheart, he replied warmly.
She turned to him, meeting his red eyes. He traced her lips with his thumb. She seized his face and kissed him deeply, water sliding down their entwined bodies. He kissed her neck; she moaned silently in her thoughts. His touch feels so good, she admitted to herself.
He lifted her easily, her legs wrapping around his waist.
"Are you sure you want this?" he asked, voice deep husky.
She nodded. Anything for you, My King she said in her mind and he heard her
Their lips clashed again. Tongues twisted, their bodies pressed closer together Xavi lay her down it going to be painful for you but I willl be Gentle he said she nodded he first kissed her deeply as they tongues crossed each other wrestled with each other he pulled away and went down came close to her clit and kiss it Josephine held his head as he gently licked it again his mouth consumed her pussy completely sucking her while rubbing her huge boobs~ Hmmm~ Xavi said playing with her nipples Josephine moan silently holding him tight as her legs were trembling he drag her legs and pull her closer he held his cock and hit her pussy making her wet for her he dip it slowly inside her she felt pain at first Xavi Groaned his eyes close shut So tight…He said
Josephine held him tightly as he moved back and forth slowly but then he became Extremely Rough with her he held her legs licking her toe while pounding her Look at me Josephine…Xavi said she managed to open her eyes and look into his eyes ~Good girl~ he said while one finger rubbing her clit gently as the moonlight shines upon them.
By morning, Josephine stirred awake. Xavi lay sprawled on top of her like a child, heavy and unyielding. She smiled faintly. He is such a big baby.
Carefully, she nudged him off, wincing slightly. Ouch… my legs.
She bathed, dressed in the new clothes Ceillie had gifted her—"wife clothes," they called them—and wandered to the kitchen. Soon, the aroma of roasted meats, bread, and spiced dishes filled the castle. She set the dining table with care, arranging everything beautifully.
Ceillie and the family had departed back to their homes, leaving the castle quiet.
Josephine carried a tray of food—blood and milk included—to Adris's room. He was floating in the air, sleeping soundly. She set the tray down, tapped his cheeks gently.
He yawned. "Hi, Mama," he said drowsily.
She carried him, brushed his teeth, and fed him his milk.
Back in Xavi's room, he stirred at the lingering scent of last night. His eyes fell on the bloodstained sheet. His lips curved faintly. That means I took her virginity… and now she is truly my wife.
He stripped the sheets, replaced them, and bathed before joining the others.
When he entered the hall, everyone bowed deeply. He sat, eating the food laid before him.
"Who made this?" Bernard asked curiously.
"Jojo," Anesthesia answered simply.
"Jojo!?" the gang echoed in surprise.
"Yes. Josephine's nickname," Anesthesia said with a smile.
Xoni kissed Josephine's cheek.
"Where is she?" Xavi asked.
"Feeding Adris," Anesthesia replied. "She resumes next week."
"Wait—she's going to school?" Karesse blinked.
"Yeah," Anesthesia confirmed.
Adris soon came flying beside Josephine, who was holding his tiny feet, giggling silently at his antics.
"I love you, Jojo," Adris said, hugging her.
I love you so much, Adris love, Josephine whispered in her mind.
Xavi heard it, his heart clenching.
Xoni leaned to whisper in his ear about their cousin's appearance at the wedding.
"I fucking dare him to step foot in this castle," Xavi growled, eyes flashing blood-red. "I will kill him."
Everyone went silent, knowing his infamous temper.
Meanwhile, Adris ran after Josephine, squealing, "I'm gonna catch youuuuu!" Josephine laughed silently, her soundless joy radiant. They dashed into the garden, where Assia and Lyra joined them.
Xavi forced himself to look away. "He should not cross this castle," he muttered darkly, storming off.
By noon, lunch was served.
Suddenly, Josephine froze. Her chest tightened. She clutched at herself, gasping silently.
"Mrs Josephine?" Assia said quickly.
Josephine tried to move, but collapsed, vomiting blood violently onto the marble floor.
"Hold her!" Queen Olydia cried as they took Josephine into her room Call my Son! She said.
Josephine shook her head, weakly grabbing for a feather and parchment. With trembling hands, she wrote: Do not disturb him. He is busy. I will be fine.
"Fine? Call the Grand Healer—fast!" Queen Olydia ordered, as guards bolted.
Xavi, outside in the courtyard with his gang, noticed their haste.
"HEY! COME HERE!" he barked. One guard stopped, trembling before him.
"What happened?" Xavi demanded.
"Y-Your Majesty… it's your wife. Princess Josephine. She vomited blood in the hall. The Queen said I should call you, but Lady Josephine said no… so we were ordered to fetch the Grand Healer."
Xavi's body stiffened. Without another word, he strode quickly back inside, his gang at his heels.
The sight stopped him cold.
Adris was sobbing as he clung to Assia. A pool of blood spread across the floor. Upstairs, Xavi dashed into their chamber, finding Josephine coughing blood again. She looked at him, blood on her teeth, and—unbelievably—smiled.
"My days…" Karesse whispered, horrified.
Anesthesia rushed forward, eyes and hands glowing blue. She pressed Josephine's forehead. "Lumen lunaris!" Light engulfed Josephine as she collapsed into unconsciousness.
"I put her to sleep," Anesthesia explained quickly.
Xavi's face hardened. "She's been taking her medicine. Why is it getting worse?"
The doors opened. The Grand Healer entered—a woman named Sienna. She knelt beside Josephine, examining her carefully.
"This is bad," Sienna murmured.
Xavi's voice was sharp. "What is bad?"
"The poison has permanently damaged her heart," Sienna said grimly. "The medicine helped purge the substance from her brain and body, but it wasn't strong enough to heal the heart. That means her blood and body will suffer. Not now, but as she grows older… she may even consider ending her own life because of the pain. It will affect her mind. Yet, she is strong. A fighter. But make no mistake—the poison has settled in her heart."
Xavi clenched his jaw, his hand pressed to Josephine's forehead.
"I will do my best to find a cure for her, Your Majesty," Sienna promised.
"How long?" Xavi asked darkly.
"It might take months. Perhaps a year."
"Please save Jojo," Anesthesia begged, trembling.
Xoni held her tightly.
"I will," Sienna vowed, bowing before she left.
Xavi looked at everyone. "Leave us."
"Yes, Your Highness," they all said softly before leaving. Only Adris remained, tears streaming.
"Come here, child," Xavi said gently. Adris waddled forward, and Xavi lifted him into his arms.
"Dada… is Mama gonna be okay?" the boy whispered.
"Yes, baby. She will. And when she does, she will play with you again. Okay?" Xavi reassured.
Adris nodded weakly, still watching his mother sleep.
Xavi tightened his hold on Josephine's hand. His thoughts burned.
I need to find a cure… soon.