EGO

HER

My senses told me that Cedric was up to something. I smelled the roses he had delivered to my home this morning then prepared them to be put in a crystal vase.

Marriage was the topic of discussion for Cedric every time I spoke with him and I realized he had other motives behind his proposal.

I showered and got myself ready for a day of relaxing...planning to ignore my phone and dive into my horror movie marathon.

Laying on the sofa, I thought about Devin....I always thought about him, it always puts me in a good mood. The way he talks, his calmness, maturity and compassion....but also his leadership and sometimes no nonsense authority.

Out of all the girls, you're the only one I trust.... Do you know that?

His word's replayed in my head many times. I felt so honored when Devin told me that he trusted me.

Many of the women at Begonia wanted him and were curious of how he carried himself outside of the Begonia walls. One of those women was Lena. Her thirst for a rich lifestyle influenced every decision she made and once she came to Begonia the thirst only amplified.

I remember the first time she saw him, it was like a light was switched on and all she ever talked about was Devin and what she will do when they are together...not if...but when. Not even his dismissal of Lena's advances and flirtation made her mission change.

I couldn't fault her or any of the other women there. I wanted him just as much or maybe even more. But my desire held a deeper meaning than just physical attraction. My belief is that we are eternal soulmates. It sounds like it will be a little easier if I already know we are destined but Devin doesn't know.

Out of all the men I could be with, my love is fated to be connected to one of the many sons of the Demon King. It's a lot of them and I never know who is who until I get to know them, which can sometimes be dangerous. Most of them are psychopaths, murderers, criminals, rapist or any other evil thing you can think of.

I was so disappointed after meeting the first son. It was devastating but after it happening numerous times with the others over the past few years...it doesn't hurt as much. I should have moved on and could have many times but other men are not what I want or desire.

Since I've met Devin, I am reinspired and excited about love....it feels so amazing.

"Mina, why aren't you answering me? Mina?"

I got up and picked up my crystal hand held mirror and waited for my mother's face to come through.

"Hi, Mommy...Is everything ok?"

"Does something have to be wrong in order to talk to my daughter?"

I laughed. "No Mommy, you just sounded panic...that's all."

"Oh, well I'm sorry if I worried you, darling. So how is things going with Cedric?"

Of course, he's the first topic of discussion.

"We are friends so things are well."

A sigh came from her mouth.

"You are hesitating with him aren't you? Mina, when are you going to let go of this son of the Demon King mess? You are the princess of the Spiritual Kingdom, being with one of them is a direct conflict."

I know my family is one hundred percent against my mate being from the Demon Realm but Devin is different...although he is the Underworld King, it isn't as bad as the Demon Realm. Plus, he still has some of his humanity which helps.

"I'm not hesitating, I am taking my time to get to know him. He also isn't as good as you think he is, Mother. Cedric has a lot of darkness inside of him and I don't like it."

"What do you think will be so different with a son of a demon?"

She has a point but there was a huge difference between Devin and Cedric.

"I know....I know. I just don't want to be rushed into being with someone I don't know."

"Cedric is very influential on the humans around him. We could gain so many souls for the Spiritual Kingdom and increase our soldiers and followers of our God. Everyone is taking the easy way out to not be good people or be accountable for their actions. Nothing great comes easy, Mina."

She was right and that's why I'm not giving up on making Devin my King.

***

I shouldn't have been following Cedric but I was getting more and more suspicious about his whereabouts. He already had a cult-like following and they were very loyal to him.

"No, Mina hasn't been here in over a month. Her excuse is work and resting."

I listened to him talking to his father, who was very adamant about Cedric and I marrying.

After their phone call one of many women that Cedric had sexual encounters with entered the room and began their usual activity. That was my cue to leave his home.

I would periodically sneak in and see what he was doing but I never really caught him doing anything. Usually he would sleep with different women but I didn't care about any of that.

Before I could leave, I heard the woman walk out sooner than usual. Cedric was on the phone once again and I heard Devin's name. This absolutely piqued my interest and I hid listening to his entire conversation.

"King of the Underworld?....So he has access to both the Demon Realm and Underworld. Maybe it's good that Mina works for him....I can use his access."

Use his access for what? I thought to myself.

I think you should follow him, Mina.

My angel, Tangela, spoke in my head. She was such a sweet spirit and has been with me since I was born. My voice of reason, she always gave me advice but allowed me to choose for myself and take my own path. Tangela literally grew up with me and was like a sister.....no, she was my sister and I loved her so much.

I listened to her advice and decided to follow Cedric. Hopefully, I will find out what his plans really are and why he needs access to the Demon Realms and Underworld.

I must have been lost in thought because I heard a voice behind me.

"Mina, what a lovely surprise."

I cringed at the voice. "Hello, Damion."

I don't like how he's looking at you Mina.