The Devil In Guise - Chapter 133

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The Author’s POV.

The carriage skipped to a halt in front of the palace. The guards went forward to welcome the guests. One of them opened the door for Angelina and he helped her to get down from the carriage.

Nobody came to receive them , not even Stefan. She felt bad but she depressed any bad thought that came to her head. Maybe the Royals did not know that she arrived at the palace.

Fabulous took her hand and they climbed the stairs with the guard and Isabel in front. The door of the palace and hall way was empty. Still there was no sight of Stefan.

Angelina breathed in to avoid any thing that might lead to premature birth. She promised her self that she was going to panic no matter the situation.

“Where is everyone ?” fabulous whispered. He was wondering why no one came to welcome them. Or was this some kind of trap ?

“I don’t know. But do not worry, we will soon find out” she said, looking at the door that led to the courtyard. It’s was opened and she could hear noises coming from there.

When they got to the courtyard, queen mother Daria sat down with a very beautiful woman. Angelina wondered who she was because Stefan never told her about a sister or was she princess Amara?

If she was then, beautiful was supposed to be her name. Was she the reason why Stefan stopped seeing her recently?

“They are here Queen mother” The guard bowed and pointed at them.

She looked up like she was not expecting visitors.

“Angelina, you are here?”

Angelina tried to put a smile but it failed. Ever since, queen mother Daria did not allow Stefan to marry her, she did not like her.

“Greetings Queen Mother” Angelina greeted with a bow. She studied the old woman’s eyes and found out that there was a frown on her face when she looked at Fabulous and Isabel. “I came with my cousin Fabulous and best friend Isabel. I hope you don’t mind ?”

“No not at all. As long as they mind their business and do not interfere then it’s fine” Queen mother Daria said, glancing over her shoulders. “Meet princess’ Emily, She will help you with the preparation.”

“Nice to meet you Angelina” the fair skin woman said, as she stood up from her seat and walked towards her. “I have heard so much about you and your baby.”

Angelina smiled. How come did she knew about her baby? Or did Stefan told his aunt about them? She felt bad for doubting him. He thought of them more than she.

“Good or bad my princess ? I know it’s bad” Angelina did not wait for her to answer. The royal family hated her, there was no need for any pretense.

“Where are my matters ? please come sit here” Emily patted a chair on her way. “I will be back soon.”

The woman was friendly, so why was she leaving her with queen mother Daria? The look on Daria’s face scared the life out of her. ‘Don’t forget you can use magic now, Angelina’ she said to her self.

“Did you not hear what Emily said ? Sit down there” Queen mother Daria pointed at the seat. She was not being polite. There was no one around except for them and the queen.

“Thank you your highness” they echoed, sitting on the seat provided.

Queen mother Daria could not stop herself from looking at Angelina’s belly. The child was growing fast and soon its would come to the world. Then, Stefan would become more determined to be with Angelina. If she do not do any thing about this now, then all their efforts would go to waste.

“How is the baby ?” She asked with a fake smile.

“It’s fine Queen mother. She will be born soon” Angelina said, cursing herself within. What’s the need to specify the child’s gender?

“It’s a girl ?” queen mother Daria was surprised. She believed that they knew the gender of the child. Of course, these people were witches. Any thing was possible.

“I don’t know queen mother . Sometimes I say she…”

“Whatever its will be” She cut her off.

Angelina felt embarrassed. Had she talked so much ?

Few minutes later, Emily returned with few items in a tray. She looked at Angelina like they have met before.

“You should rest before Evening. The night is going to be long” She said, stroking her hair gently.

Angelina felt different with the touch. Who was she? It seemed like she knew her before now.

“Where is prince Stefan ?” Angelina’s eyes searched the courtyard and the exit door. “He was to receive us earlier, but he didn’t. Call I see him please ?”

“Stefan is not in Akkad right now” Queen mother answered. He had a quick business with Annabelle’s father , so they left. But do not worry about it, he will come back. ”

“I didn’t know about that. No one told me it* Angelina said with tears in her eyes. She has been holding them for so long. They would come out any time. “I want to take a rest, come with me please.”

Fabulous and Isabel stood up and followed her. Emily took the led.

When they got to the guest room, Angelina laid on the bed, with her face up. She understood the game that queen mother Daria was playing. They were going to play it together but according to her rules instead.

Despite having a queen title, in this game she was just Daria and she Angelina, was the queen. ‘The countdown begins now Daria.’

“Did you say something to me?” Emily asked.

“No not all. Please I will love to take my rest now.”

Emily smiled and left. It’s was a relief for Angelina. She looked at Fabulous and Isabel who were not happy. They were not properly welcome.

“Queen mother Daria is crazy sometimes” Angelina told them. “That’s why she said that earlier, don’t be offended please.”

She was not lying that woman was a lunatic.

“No. It’s not because of that Angelina” Isabel spoke in a low tone. She sat besides her on the bed. “We have a feeling that something is not right here.”

“I know Isabel. She will hear from me too.”

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Angelina woke up quite late. It’s was dark and there was no one in the room. She placed a hand on the bed and sat up. Only few candles were on. What was wrong with Daria ? She couldn’t send maids to take proper care of her.

There was a bedroom on the left corner of the room . Quickly, she washed her face and changed in to the ritual clothes. They were big but beautiful.

She went down stairs to join the rest. They were waiting for her patiently. Queen mother Daria was also among. Angelina wished she spent more time in the room.

“Shall we ?” She asked them with a smile.

“Of course, I will lead the way or…” Emily paused. “should Daria lead the way for us? Emily asked with a smile.

Angelina was confused when Queen mother Daria took the lead. Did Emily called her Daria or something was wrong with her head?

If that was the case then there was no nothing to worry , when she get home she would look for a medicine to cure herself. But if it was not , then a question came to her mind.

Who was Emily?

“We are here Angelina. Watch your steps.” Isabel interrupted her thoughts. Angelina eyes traveled around. They were outside the palace. Probably, at the back of the palace. The space was wide and big enough to do the ritual.

She looked at the knife and bowl that was set on the altar in front . Cold shiver ran Through her spine.

She has been talking about the ritual for days but little did she know that a knife was going to be one of few items to use.

“It’s time Angelina. The moon is up” Emily said, supporting her to walk.

How did she know the auspicious time, the moon was round and bright. The lights were off and black garment were wore on.

The king appeared with his wife queen Natasha. They looked excited but Angelina’s plan was to disappoint them at the last minute.

She was going to hit at the direction they did not expect.

“I have something to say” Angelina broke the silence. Her voice echoed in the dark causing fear on the weak. “Or better still I have a request.”

“Don’t be silly Angelina. Start the ritual before its too late. Akkad can’t wait for tomorrow” queen mother Daria answered. What request! She was irritating her now.

“Daria , calm down. She is doing you a favor, do not forget” Emily began. “You should grant any one of wishes. I know there is nothing too hard for you to do.”

She frowned. Who told Emily to talk? After the ritual, she was going to deal with all of them. “Go ahead Witch.”

Your gift is the motivation for my creation. Give me more motivation!

Creation is hard, cheer me up!