Queen Era: The Monster I Love - Chapter 184

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CHAPTER 184

“Goodluck winning her heart back.”

“Thanks. I really do need it. I have hurt her so much.”

“Hmm.”

That was all Damian could utter. He did not have anything more to say especially as Era was bheaving funny.

He never wanted to ask concerning the issue but he had no choice other than to do so.

Atleast he understood that Biodr was not lying and he hoped that was the truth for Era’s sake. If she wanted to forgive him, it was her own cup of tea and not his.

All he knew and wanted were his daughters and like. Vidor said, they were hidden where only him knew off. And given his history and Vidor’s he knew the king would take appropriate measures to hide them.

Right now, he no longer was eager as to know allowing him die. Now was not the time.

Fir now he would be loyal to him, until he could get his jewels then he could leave this kingdom for good even if it meant him waging war against Vidor.

As for Era, he did not need a soothsayer to tell him she had feelings for her enemy. Although he did not know what happened or what Vidor did to her to get her that way, he was sure more than anything that she loved him and was in denial because of her hurt.

But if he was sincere with his feelings for her, then he hoped they both find love.

Just becaus he lost his happiness does not mean he did not wish her well. There was joy in finding love. It was only sad that her own love, stole everything from her.

Regardless, he was glad. To least she would not have to live out the rest of her days in a loveless marriage and die a nun assuming Vidor knows how to use his tool well.

And perhaps she would be able to help him tame this monstrous side of his and be a better ruler. He had so much hope for Era and knew she would be a great ruler for Etheria and also help Vidor rid and uproot all the hidden snakes in his palace and kingdom.

‘Sigh. Please she is like a daughter to me. I want her happy and I also want her to find all those responsible and make them pay. If she singles you out and forgive you, then good for you but I am sorry Vidor if she marks you as one of them and wants you dear. I would not hesitate to kill for her. Also, if you two find love, I hope when you are together, the painful memories are not what keeps appearing in her mind because s(e deserves better. Someone who would help take those pains away not make her relieve them.’

He had so much in his mind to say and wish he could say it out but he chose to ignore it and waited for Vidor.

“In that case, can I count on your help in winning her heart?”

“What am I, a love coach?” Damian snapped at him, while hissing.

Even though he did that, he was not the least bit angry. He only did that for Vidor to have. A taste of what he did to others.

Funny enough, the naughty King did not fret, but watched in awe as he awaited more of such outburst. “Go on continue, Damian. Your daughters, remember.”

“Tsk, you cannot take a joke, your majesty,” he said changing his statement quickly. “Anyways, I may not be a love coach but I had a wife and I loved my daughters, so I know one or two about love and seeing as you lack experience, you need my help.”

“I am glad you figured that out. At least if not for my sake, do it for Era.”

“It depends, does she want you too? I won’t do anything to force her love towards you.”

“She never said it out but I can tell from her actions that she does but she is scared and hurt.”

“Tsk, even if I help you out, it still boils down to her and her heart. But I won’t help you.”

“What? Why you…Scchh…”

“I would not help you because, when you hurt her, you did not seek help, neither did you look into the matter before you gave consent to the complete annihilation of her people and family. So now, prove to her that she means everything to you and fight for her heart and claim her like your rightful bride and queen.”

His smile broadened as he nodded his head at Damian. “I admire your wisdom, Lord Damian. It is what made you a great king plus you know when you are beaten.”

“Inplace value on life, Vidor. Never forget that. By the way, I hav done question for you, why do you love her?”

“Does love need a reason?” Vidor fired back.

“No.

“Good but just to clarify, ever since I met her, I felt different when I saw her. I wasn’t irritated by her presence, rather I was drawn to it, but I just disliked her like the others. As time would have it, I started gaining feelings without even knowing it.”

“Because of that, you should have calmed down with the decree,” Damian scolded.

“What did I tell you, I did not know, not until I gave the decree and she tried to kill herself. You know how much I hate treason. I wasn’t thinking properly. I regret my actions so much, Damian. I do and it was after you saved her that I became tormented with her hurt. It ached me seeing her like that and by and by, I realized I liked her and when she returned, I knew I loved her. I missed her so much, even though there was nothing to miss. I longed to see her. Touch her, hold her and even when Diona…”

He paused and looked elsewhere. Saying that would seem somehow, so he decided to shut up.

“Even when Diona tried to seduce you? Relax, we know about it. And about that, never let her into your room or once Era hears it, you lose all hope with her forever.”

“I know. I never planned to again. She used my stress and health to come before and she seduced me but even after chasing her out, I could only think of Era.”

“Fine, I get it. You are helplessly in love. Give her some time perhaps and take things slow and stop kissing her in public like that.”

“She kissed me first, “Vidor argued.

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“And you kissed her long, prolonging it.”

“I just did not want it to end. I missed her dan i was scared, so when she did that, it was like she knew what was in my mind. How could I ever refuse such from the woman I crave for? If you were the one, would you do it?”

“Okay, that is enough. I am not interested in acquisitioning blames. Yin have proved you love her. Make things right. Set things straight and let the people know how you feel about her. For one it would stop the rumors of your love for men.”

“WHAT!”

“Yes and know this, she won, d be co e a target for everyone who envies her and also want to harm you.”

“I know and I am well prepared for that. I woo, d make any one who tries to hurt her, pay deadly. She is mine.”

“I hope you do so. By the way, it is about time for the meeting. We better leave.”

“Save the conversation for another day?”

“No more, your majesty. Fight for her and fight to protect her. That would be all your grace.”

“Very well. Thank you so much.”

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At the appointed time, everyone appeared in the throne room for the assembly. As expected Era was there along with the Evans and Jordan. Even Vidor was seated there. He hated lateness when it came go important matters, so he always led by example and arrived at such meetings on time.

“Your Majesty!” They roared in unison, bowing their heads down at him in reverence.

“Rise.” Following his words, they raised their heads and waited for his next words. “Let the assembly begin.”

“He nodded at one of his ministers and the man went forward, took a bow before Vidor then got a scroll from him, retreated and turned around to face the crowd of waiting ministers and Lord.

“Reading for His majesty, King Vidor. Due to the recent fight that happened a few days ago. It had come to my notice that we harbour traitors in our midst. Conspirators who would stop at nothing to ensure the enemy rise against us and plunder everyone one of Etheria’s citizen as slaves. Today we would sort it out and root out the enemy.”

The minister lowered the scroll, rolled it up and then bowed to Vidor before stepping to the side.

“Thank you.”