The Cursed Tyrant and His Reluctant Queen
«Veronica!»
Oh, Ignis arrived. He needed so little time to come here from the Palace.
«Are you all right?»
«I'm fine,» I sigh. «Sir Tobin protected me well.»
His hands reach my waist, and he drags me on his chest. It's as hard as to hurt when I land on his muscles, and he grabs me like a desperate man.
«You're not getting out of my sight ever again,» he comments.
As if. He'll be overprotective for a while. Given the situation, I can understand it. But then, at some point, he'll get used to the danger.
«Let's go back,» I try, but he's not done checking if I'm well and healthy.
«Were you afraid? Did those people hurt you anywhere?»
«I'm fine, Ignis,» I chuckle, forgetting that we're not alone. «Please, let me go so we can talk.»
«I thought I would lose you forever,» he whispers, his eyes teary and desperate.
I sigh, resisting the urge to caress his face. There's my brother in the carriage, and a lot of people are doing things around us. We are not alone, and we should leave affection for later.
«Someone disrupted the event, so I failed to improve your image,» I pout. «I hope you won't be angry with me...»
«You should stop spouting nonsense and tell me what happened, exactly. How many people? Did you see anything out of the ordinary? Can you remember any sign of danger?»
«No, Ignis. I was surprised when they shot the arrow. But Sir Tobin and my brother did notice suspicious activities... You should ask them.»
«I will.» He nods. «But now, you should go back and rest for the day. I'll call the doctor to check on you and...»
«No,» I sigh. «No need for the doctor. Aida is nearby, and if she's calmly strolling around, then I am in no danger.»
«Aida?»
«Ah, Ignis... Let's talk tonight about this, all right?»
I forgot to tell him about Aida, but I thought he had figured it out! Yet, he's so clueless at times...
«Your Majesty, we haven't found the culprits,» the guards inform him. «But they have disappeared into the city. They went in the opposite direction with respect to the Palace.»
«I see,» Ignis murmurs. «Let's get ready to return to the Palace. The Queen needs to rest, and the culprits already flew. Bring the witnesses with us, especially those responsible for the orphanage. We shall interrogate them properly.»
Interrogate? Who, the director? The poor teachers?
«You don't think they have something to do with this, do you?» I murmur. «It's someone else, Ignis. Someone from the Palace.»
«I know, but I shall find the source before accusing people. Who knew where you were going?»
«Who knew? Oh, I didn't tell the details, but pretty much everyone knew I was going somewhere.»
«The details were highly confidential. The only rumour allowed to circulate was that the Queen would visit the city. No one should have known it's an orphanage, let alone which one.»
«Oh, that's right. But don't be too harsh to these people. Most likely, they are as scared as they look. Don't torture them to get the truth.»
«Torture?» he hums, pretending to be surprised.
I can't know if he thought about it, but I'm pretty sure he's not as innocent as he wants me to acknowledge. There must be a reason if people believe those wicked rumours about the tyrant.
I turn back to the orphanage and meet the desperate eyes of the people living there. Behind them, the kids with whom I just talked about how awesome Ignis can be.
I can't let my hard work go to ruin! Ignis needs to be seen for what he really is!
«Come,» I say, dragging him by the hand.
He's ready to scold me badly, but he doesn't push me back in the carriage to lock the door. Luckily, he follows.
«Here, look at them,» I whisper. «Do they look like suspicious people to you?»
«Veronica...»
«I know, I know... But you can't allow anyone to see how you drag kids and teachers to the Palace for a thorough interrogation! There's a better way to do it, believe me.»
«What better way?»
«Kids can't just lie. Let's talk to them and check whether there's something suspicious first, all right? If weird things happened, someone would have noticed.»
He frowns, so the director shivers like a rabbit when we reach him. Oh, I should have insisted more on Ignis's expression, but now it's late.
«Are you all right?» I ask, moving my eyes in between the teachers and the kids. They don't look unhappy that the attack didn't work.
Rather, they're scared and alarmed that someone tried to kill the Queen in front of them.
«I am fine,» I sigh.
He then looks at Ignis, taking his time to realise who he's standing in front of.
«Your Majesty!» he exclaims. He bows down so deeply that his forehead almost crushes against the ground. It's almost funny how nervous he's nervous.
The people behind him try greeting, as well, while the kids open their mouths and stare at Ignis in awe.
«Is it true that you battled against ten enemies at once?» a girl from the back shouts.
Ignis winces, taken back.
«It might have happened a few times,» he replies as if it wasn't something as great. He doesn't even mind the children's manners.
«And what about the monster in the lake?» a boy adds. «Was it really blue and green?»
Oh, that one was made up by me. I pinch Ignis's arm, trying to send him my thoughts through that gesture. Come on, don't crush their dreams yet. They have plenty of time to grow up, don't they?
«It was blue and green,» he says, «with red dots on the back!»
«Oh, that wasn't in the story!» the boy says, glaring at me. «Big dots?»
«Pretty big,» Ignis confirms.
I shrug, realising that I'm worrying for nothing. It's not like my husband's reputation is too deserved. He won't hurt children just because of a story.
«I wasn't there, so I just heard the story,» I point out before getting another glare.
«The King can protect the Queen from the attackers,» another little boy, so short as to look smaller than his actual age, adds. He walks to me and looks up. «He sent the assassin away!»
Just like this, I witness the birth of a piece of gossip.
When Ignis arrived, everything was over. He just opened the carriage to inform me I won't get out of the Palace very soon as if he was punishing a naughty child. Yet, for these children, he's the hero who came to save the Queen in danger.
«That's right,» I sigh, leaning my head on Ignis's arm. «The King saved my life!»
Isn't that awesome?
Forgetting everything about the dangers, they start discussing among themselves as if Ignis and I weren't here.
«So it's true that the King loves the Queen!»
«Of course he does! They wouldn't have married if he didn't.»
«But the King kidnapped the Queen and brought her far away so that she couldn't escape.»
«Oh, that can't be true,» a girl points out. «The Queen is here in front of us.»
They scratch their heads, trying to understand.
«Maybe he was saving her that time as well,» a boy attempts. His theory is quite frightening, actually. It's not that far from the truth, all in all.
Even though the kidnapping is closer among all the theories I've heard so far. In some weird way, but I was kidnapped. Willingly, and just because I'm stupid.
«Does the King love the Queen?» the boy then asks, turning to Ignis.
«Yes, of course,» my husband replied. «More than my own life.»
«Oh,» I sigh. How cute... He's confessing in front of such a broad audience. But I wasn't hoping for this.
I wanted to improve his image, not mine. What will people think if suddenly the rumour spreads? They'll believe the King lost his mind after a woman! I can't allow that!
«I also love my King so much,» I say. It's better if I also lose my mind for him. That way, no one will say he's manipulated by me because I will be head over heels as well.
Not that it's difficult to believe. Look at him: he's so handsome and sweet that losing my mind is only natural!
«Veronica?» Ignis murmurs after a whole minute of silence.
I was so focused on his handsome face that I forgot to continue the conversation. Why is he even surprised about it, by the way? Is it the first time I lose my focus when he's around? Oh, I don't think so.
«Yes?» I moan, doing my best to regain some brain. I'll have him all for myself very soon... There's no need to drool like a food in front of these people
«Are you done talking?» he inquires, circling my waist and pulling me closer. «Shall we go back?»
«Yes, husband,» I reply, still under the influence of his looks. Oh, I'd kiss him from head to toe... Shall I start doing it while in the carriage?
«You need to rest, and I'll listen to the reports about this attempt. Also, I'll leave some guards to protect the children for the following days. If anything happens, make sure to report to the Palace, and I will send reinforcements.»
Oh, he's also getting smarter today. What does he even lack to be perfect?
Chapter 122: The Love Of A King
Oh, Ignis arrived. He needed so little time to come here from the Palace.
«Are you all right?»
«I'm fine,» I sigh. «Sir Tobin protected me well.»
His hands reach my waist, and he drags me on his chest. It's as hard as to hurt when I land on his muscles, and he grabs me like a desperate man.
«You're not getting out of my sight ever again,» he comments.
As if. He'll be overprotective for a while. Given the situation, I can understand it. But then, at some point, he'll get used to the danger.
«Let's go back,» I try, but he's not done checking if I'm well and healthy.
«Were you afraid? Did those people hurt you anywhere?»
«I'm fine, Ignis,» I chuckle, forgetting that we're not alone. «Please, let me go so we can talk.»
«I thought I would lose you forever,» he whispers, his eyes teary and desperate.
I sigh, resisting the urge to caress his face. There's my brother in the carriage, and a lot of people are doing things around us. We are not alone, and we should leave affection for later.
«Someone disrupted the event, so I failed to improve your image,» I pout. «I hope you won't be angry with me...»
«You should stop spouting nonsense and tell me what happened, exactly. How many people? Did you see anything out of the ordinary? Can you remember any sign of danger?»
«No, Ignis. I was surprised when they shot the arrow. But Sir Tobin and my brother did notice suspicious activities... You should ask them.»
«I will.» He nods. «But now, you should go back and rest for the day. I'll call the doctor to check on you and...»
«No,» I sigh. «No need for the doctor. Aida is nearby, and if she's calmly strolling around, then I am in no danger.»
«Aida?»
«Ah, Ignis... Let's talk tonight about this, all right?»
I forgot to tell him about Aida, but I thought he had figured it out! Yet, he's so clueless at times...
«I see,» Ignis murmurs. «Let's get ready to return to the Palace. The Queen needs to rest, and the culprits already flew. Bring the witnesses with us, especially those responsible for the orphanage. We shall interrogate them properly.»
Interrogate? Who, the director? The poor teachers?
«You don't think they have something to do with this, do you?» I murmur. «It's someone else, Ignis. Someone from the Palace.»
«I know, but I shall find the source before accusing people. Who knew where you were going?»
«Who knew? Oh, I didn't tell the details, but pretty much everyone knew I was going somewhere.»
«The details were highly confidential. The only rumour allowed to circulate was that the Queen would visit the city. No one should have known it's an orphanage, let alone which one.»
«Oh, that's right. But don't be too harsh to these people. Most likely, they are as scared as they look. Don't torture them to get the truth.»
«Torture?» he hums, pretending to be surprised.
I can't know if he thought about it, but I'm pretty sure he's not as innocent as he wants me to acknowledge. There must be a reason if people believe those wicked rumours about the tyrant.
I turn back to the orphanage and meet the desperate eyes of the people living there. Behind them, the kids with whom I just talked about how awesome Ignis can be.
I can't let my hard work go to ruin! Ignis needs to be seen for what he really is!
«Come,» I say, dragging him by the hand.
He's ready to scold me badly, but he doesn't push me back in the carriage to lock the door. Luckily, he follows.
«Here, look at them,» I whisper. «Do they look like suspicious people to you?»
«Veronica...»
«I know, I know... But you can't allow anyone to see how you drag kids and teachers to the Palace for a thorough interrogation! There's a better way to do it, believe me.»
«What better way?»
«Kids can't just lie. Let's talk to them and check whether there's something suspicious first, all right? If weird things happened, someone would have noticed.»
He frowns, so the director shivers like a rabbit when we reach him. Oh, I should have insisted more on Ignis's expression, but now it's late.
Rather, they're scared and alarmed that someone tried to kill the Queen in front of them.
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«We a-are, your Majesty. What about y-you?» the director stutters.«I am fine,» I sigh.
He then looks at Ignis, taking his time to realise who he's standing in front of.
«Your Majesty!» he exclaims. He bows down so deeply that his forehead almost crushes against the ground. It's almost funny how nervous he's nervous.
The people behind him try greeting, as well, while the kids open their mouths and stare at Ignis in awe.
«Is it true that you battled against ten enemies at once?» a girl from the back shouts.
Ignis winces, taken back.
«It might have happened a few times,» he replies as if it wasn't something as great. He doesn't even mind the children's manners.
«And what about the monster in the lake?» a boy adds. «Was it really blue and green?»
Oh, that one was made up by me. I pinch Ignis's arm, trying to send him my thoughts through that gesture. Come on, don't crush their dreams yet. They have plenty of time to grow up, don't they?
«It was blue and green,» he says, «with red dots on the back!»
«Oh, that wasn't in the story!» the boy says, glaring at me. «Big dots?»
«Pretty big,» Ignis confirms.
I shrug, realising that I'm worrying for nothing. It's not like my husband's reputation is too deserved. He won't hurt children just because of a story.
«I wasn't there, so I just heard the story,» I point out before getting another glare.
«The King can protect the Queen from the attackers,» another little boy, so short as to look smaller than his actual age, adds. He walks to me and looks up. «He sent the assassin away!»
Just like this, I witness the birth of a piece of gossip.
When Ignis arrived, everything was over. He just opened the carriage to inform me I won't get out of the Palace very soon as if he was punishing a naughty child. Yet, for these children, he's the hero who came to save the Queen in danger.
Isn't that awesome?
Forgetting everything about the dangers, they start discussing among themselves as if Ignis and I weren't here.
«So it's true that the King loves the Queen!»
«Of course he does! They wouldn't have married if he didn't.»
«But the King kidnapped the Queen and brought her far away so that she couldn't escape.»
«Oh, that can't be true,» a girl points out. «The Queen is here in front of us.»
They scratch their heads, trying to understand.
«Maybe he was saving her that time as well,» a boy attempts. His theory is quite frightening, actually. It's not that far from the truth, all in all.
Even though the kidnapping is closer among all the theories I've heard so far. In some weird way, but I was kidnapped. Willingly, and just because I'm stupid.
«Does the King love the Queen?» the boy then asks, turning to Ignis.
«Yes, of course,» my husband replied. «More than my own life.»
«Oh,» I sigh. How cute... He's confessing in front of such a broad audience. But I wasn't hoping for this.
I wanted to improve his image, not mine. What will people think if suddenly the rumour spreads? They'll believe the King lost his mind after a woman! I can't allow that!
«I also love my King so much,» I say. It's better if I also lose my mind for him. That way, no one will say he's manipulated by me because I will be head over heels as well.
Not that it's difficult to believe. Look at him: he's so handsome and sweet that losing my mind is only natural!
«Veronica?» Ignis murmurs after a whole minute of silence.
I was so focused on his handsome face that I forgot to continue the conversation. Why is he even surprised about it, by the way? Is it the first time I lose my focus when he's around? Oh, I don't think so.
«Yes?» I moan, doing my best to regain some brain. I'll have him all for myself very soon... There's no need to drool like a food in front of these people
«Are you done talking?» he inquires, circling my waist and pulling me closer. «Shall we go back?»
«You need to rest, and I'll listen to the reports about this attempt. Also, I'll leave some guards to protect the children for the following days. If anything happens, make sure to report to the Palace, and I will send reinforcements.»
Oh, he's also getting smarter today. What does he even lack to be perfect?
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