Solnishka - A Darklina Fanfic

Chapter 3

Warning: lots of steaminess ahead

All of Ravka was full of talk about our return to the little palace. What the talk consisted of was no matter because him and I were untouchable. He was feared and I was loved. There was no one or nothing that could break the power that came with that.

Upon our arrival everything seemed to become a blur. Aleksander quickly regained his composure, as if he didn't just accept defeat. He barked orders and threw himself right back into the thick of it. I was thankful for it because I was tired.. physically and mentally. I ignored all the servants following me and asking me questions as I retreated back to where my old room was. The second I pushed open the door all I could be met with were memories. I was such a different woman then when I first came to the little palace.. weak and frightened. Now things were different, I was no longer weak and maybe I was still frightened but I don't wear fear on my face as I used to.

I tread over to the bathroom looking at myself in the mirror. I looked worn. I turn the hot water on in the bath and undress as I wait for the water to fill. I look at my appearance again, somewhat stunned that I haven't seen my naked body in so long. I still looked mostly
the same from what I remember.. petite and womanly. I was honestly surprised that I still had any curve to my body after missing so many meals. With one last glance at myself I tore my eyes away from the mirror and back to the bath which was now full.

I slowly get in letting the hot water sting my skin before completely submerging myself. I let myself melt, my muscles finally relaxing. After a few minutes I find the energy in me to clean myself from head to toe. Right as I'm done washing, a knock comes to the door.

" One minute" I reply

I get out of the bath wrapping myself in a flimsy silk robe, the fabric practically clings to my whole body but I didn't care. It was more than likely a servant girl anyway.

I sit on my bed, my wet hair dripping onto the satin comforter.

" Come in" I say

The door opens and I'm quickly proved wrong at my assumption as Aleksander slowly walks in, taking in the room.

"I have not been in here since you first arrived to the little palace. It's quite charming in here." He says walking closer to me

" It is definitely more than what I am used to.. now what do I owe this visit? I wasn't expecting you so soon." I tell him

" Well I wasn't expecting anything that's transpired the last 48 hours but I should of known better, you are always full of surprises." He says

" Tis your fault then, you underestimate me." I say

He shakes his head

" I've never underestimated you. You have surprised me. There's a difference." He says

" Fair enough." I reply

" Now, what do I owe the pleasure?" I ask sarcastically

" We have much to discuss unless you wish to talk in the morning." He says

" Will the world not wait for us to rest?" I ask

His eyes trail down my body for a second, it was so quick I almost missed it.

A blush rose to my cheeks and I wrapped my arms over my breasts in slight embarrassment.

" I will not rest until things are in order." He says

" Well you should.. you look like a mad man." I say taking in his rough and battered appearance.

" I wonder who's fault that is? I was forced against the ground under your blazing light for who knows how long." He says