Queen Era: The Monster I Love - Chapter 135

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CHAPTER 133

Trooping through the gates of the palace were several men and women, both of different status and with different missions.

One look up ahead and one could see the gallant soldiers guarding at the gate and doing their inspection on those coming in.

In the midst of that crowd was a young lad who had obeyed certain information and came to try out his luck.

On getting to the gate of the palace, Jordan did as he was told. The moment he was asked about his means of identification he spoke up. “Please sir, I do not have that but I am here to see Sir Edgar?”

On hearing that, the soldier paused, ran his gaze up and down Jordan’s lean frame and then peered deep into his eyes before tilting his head back and yelling. “Hey, Sir Edgar, a young lad is here looking for you.”

“What’s his name?” The bulky older looking man yelled back from where he was seated at the top of the gate’s security post.

“Hey lad, what’s your name?” the soldier questioned yet again.

“MY name’s Jordan.”

“Name’s Jordan,” the soldier yelled again.

“Tone it down you are not a town crier, you now. I heard, Gilbert.”

“Fine. Sorry about that.”

“Got it. Let him in. Let him come to me.”

“Thank you, sir.” Jordan quickly followed the rest in but as he got to the other side of the gate, he waited and watched as Edgar walked down majestically from his post and came to meet him.

“You look, skinny lad.”

“I hope it won’t be a problem, sir? You know that man and lady said I can start afresh by finding work here and considering you let me in, I am guessing that man kept his word. Well, he should after breaking my nose. It is only fair.”

Edgar arched a brow at him. He was confused if this young lad was talking about the king or was t some other noble that met him and wounded him?

Needless to say, he did not have to worry so much as the next minute, Jordan continue with his story.

“Well, what can I say? Even I am finding it hard to believe that there is a noble who keeps his word. So what do you think, mister?” He spread his hand wide, showing his slim form, even more, causing Edgar to shake his head at his display.

“Tsk, what were you thinking? Of course, there are so many nobles out there who keep their word. Hmm. I wonder what his ma…” he paused and squinted at Jordan.

‘Hmm, I am betting his majesty went out in disguise and that is why Jordan doesn’t know him and speak thus. I should be careful lest I reveal what his majesty is trying to hide.’

Finalizing his thoughts, he peered deeply at Jordan. “Wait did you say a Lord and a lady?”

“Yes. The lady was blonde of hair, blue eyes, so beautiful, I must say. Although I do not know if they are together but the way in which he chased me just to get her belonging back and did not hesitate in hurting me, then she must be someone very dear to him, although she didn’t give off that vibe in return.”

“Huh, what are you sprouting out?”

“I do not know. Just forget about what I said. So sir, what say you?”

As Jordan spoke, Edgar’s mind drifted away somewhere far.

‘Hmm, from his description, it means that the king and queen went out together. So his majesty protected her majesty. That is good. And from what he said, looks like this eking of ours is still cold. I bet he put on that act in front of Jordan to make them look like a happy couple but her majesty did not play along.’

He let out a sigh, placing a hand on his hip with more thoughts pouring in.

‘I wonder at this rate, would we even get an heir for the kingdom? His majesty should soon start working towards that. Sadly, no one dares voice this out. What a young old man.’

“Sir? Do I look okay to you?” Jordan questioned again.

“Huh?”

“Sir.” This time around, he placed his hand on his elbow and tugged on his hand a bit to garner his attention. Finally, Edgar broke out and looked at him in confusion.

“Yes?”

“You spaced out just now. I have been calling to you.”

“Oh, sorry. I was just thinking. Yes, what was your question?”

“Do not worry. It is not so important.”

“Okay if you say so. Now come. Let us head in.”

“Yes sir.”

Together they both made their way further in. Just outside the palace was another realm on its own and within… a different dynasty one could say.

It was the first time Jordan was entering the palace and to him, every scenery was so beautiful, ranging from the well-trimmed and portioned out grasses to the small garden edge plants to beautiful horticultural trees and other decorations.

Everything seemed so perfect and told so much of the person living there.

To each side were different blocks and buildings. At the middle stood a very large and big castle with numerous windows on each of them, signifying each room with some having balconies leading outside for a nice fresh air.

To him, it would be such a great honour to actually work and live there given the opportunity.

“Hey, you coming or not young one?”

“Sir?”

“Do not just stand there moping. Get moving would you.”

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Unknown to Era, Vidor had really begun making a useful change in lots of things going on as well as taking time out to investigate some matters that needed proper investigation on and most of it, he found were taken care of by Caspian.

It was now he saw that Caspian wasn’t as clean or as good as he thought him to be. Even at that, he just could not arrest him as he held so much control already amongst the ministers and Lords.

In order to survive and still be on top, he knew better than to just burst out rightly and charge him. A coup could happen, rebellion and treason.

Standing up from where she had been seated for the most part of the day, era made her way to the door but before stepping out she paused to look at the minister that sent her the documents.

“I would head back now. I did not realize time had gone so fast.”

“My apologies, your majesty. It is just that you asked not to be disturbed,” The minister explained, bowing his head before her.

“I know.” She held out her hand to him, giving him the go-ahead to rise. “It is okay. I would continue next tomorrow. Send a few to my chambers tomorrow and I would go through them to reduce the workload.”

“Yes, your majesty. Do have a calm rest.”

“Thanks.” Turning around, she called out to Aeverie.

“Aeverie, let’s be on our way then.”

‘Yes, your grace.

They left the study room and by the time they had gone far and come to a passage down a very lonely passageway, era stopped and turned around briefly.

“Your majes…”

“Shh!” Era hushed her.

Nodding her head in understanding, Aeverie did not complain and kept mute.

“Something is bothering me,” she began, looking to her sides to be sure no eavesdropper was round.

“And what is that?”

“His majesty,” Era confessed.

“Okay.”

“Ever since we returned from that outing, I have seen less of his majesty.”

“Less, I think you have not seen him at all.”

“Well technically, I did when he came outside his balcony. I happened to be outside as well.”

“Okay but that is still not considered as seeing him when you have not yet greeted him. I told you to go see him. Now see, it has been days and the favoured queen hasn’t gone to see the king. How does that sound and look to you, your grace?”

Era’s shoulders dropped at that moment. She could not blame Aeverie. In fact, her own nerves were getting worked up and her brain was blaming her for it. It was only normal.

“I know. I allowed my anger to get the best of me and did not bother much about him but if he really took the herbs I sent, he should be doing better. So… WHY HASN’T HE COME OUT YET?”

Aeverie could see her frustration. She was worried that was for sure. There was no disputing that. To a large extent, it felt like she was blaming herself for what happened and if that was so, then that would be bad.

Although she wanted to advise Era to calm down but deep inside, she knew that wasn’t what she needed. All Era wanted was a confirmation that he was okay so she could go about her business.

“If you are that curious, your grace, I suggest you go and see him. This is important.”

“WHAT?”