𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐄

-𝘰𝘯𝘦

A few weeks have passed, and Alice's nausea and vomiting has not gone away. By the third week, her and Marcus decided to face the reality. They are going to be parents, and they needed to be wed as soon as possible. The real problem here, was explaining why they need a quick wedding, without giving away that she is pregnant. That surely would raise questions from everyone in court, especially Mackenzie. Who was already questioning Alice.

"Okay, what about this dress?" Mackenzie showed another one towards her, earning another head shake from her friend. She groaned in frustration and put her hands on her hips.

"You can't wear loose fitting dresses forever, Alice. It looks disgusting on you and hides too much. What is going on?"

"Nothing, honestly," Alice muttered out with an eye roll. Lately, her moods have been all over the place, which was shocking to those around her. And Mackenzie was done putting up with it.

"I don't know what your problem is as of late, but it needs to stop. It's clear that something is going on with you, and I don't understand why you're hiding it from me. I thought we were close enough where you could tell me anything, or at least give me the decency to tell me something is wrong. So, spill. Now."

Alice put her head in her hands and sighed.

"I know, I have been difficult to deal with. I'm sorry, there's just so much going on."

"Such as what? Henry approved of you and Marcus courting, and you're rushing this marriage like one of you is about to die, or like you're-"

Mackenzie cut herself off with a gasp, eyes widening as she looked at Alice in realization.

"You're with child, aren't you?"

Alice's eyes widened, and her jaw dropped. She rattled her brain for any excuse to use, but couldn't come up with one on the spot. She has never lied to Mackenzie, as she could always see right through her if she tried. Therefor, she decided it was no use to even try to do so.

"Yes. I missed two flows. The reason why I've been cooped up in my chambers are from how sick I was. We need to wed as soon as possible, otherwise the court will talk, and it will be hard for Henry to keep this quiet," she scoffed as tears welled up in her eyes. "Can't you just picture it? The ever-so-innocent Alice Tudor, Henry's pride and joy, pregnant before marriage. I can't give birth to a bastard baby, Mackenzie."

"Okay, okay. Breathe, you mustn't stress, it's not good for the little one," she immediately sat down and began to run a hand through Alice's hair. "I'll take care of the wedding, and I'll get better looking dresses made for you. You just worry about growing the baby. I will handle everything,"  she assured, making Alice sigh in relief.

"I'm sorry I kept this from you. I just didn't know what to say, or how to say it. I also wanted to be sure of it. Heaven forbid I announce it and lose it. I couldn't bear it."

"Don't you worry about a thing. I can handle everything from here. This wedding needs to happen as soon as possible, before you start showing. I'm assuming the court physician is keeping this a secret as well?"

Alice nodded, making Mackenzie sigh in relief.

"First things first, where do you want this to take place?"

"Outside, in the court garden. Imagine how beautiful the painting would be," Alice gushed, making Mackenzie nod in agreement. "It would also be easier, no need to decorate as the flowers are in full bloom."

"Okay, what else?"

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After what felt like hours, Mackenzie left Alice's chambers to relay her wedding plans to the coordinators. If everything goes smoothly, she and Marcus will be wed by next week.

She dramatically flopped on her bed with a sigh, ready to finally rest. However, her door opening and closing caused he to sit back up. Upon realizing it was Marcus, she let out a smile and beckoned him over.

After sitting beside her on the bed, he immediately wrapped an arm around her and kissed her forehead.

"How was your day, Princess?" he whispered against her temple, making her giggle.

"It was good. Mackenzie and I got all of the planning done today. As long as everything goes smoothly, we will be wed by next week."

"Is it safe to assume she know, now?" He asked, making Alice blush profusely.

"You know I can't hide anything from her," she trailed off, making him chuckle.

"I didn't expect you to. I trust her. I know it took a lot in you to try and keep it from her, so I'm happy you saved yourself from the unnecessary stress."

Placing a hand on her stomach, he leaned down and placed a kiss on it and began to whisper.

"I can't wait to meet you."

For some odd reason, the whispers sent shivers down her spine, making him smirk.

"Is my girl turned on?"

Unable to form words, all he got in response was a nod and pull him back up for a sloppy kiss. Not borthering to try and make her use her words, he kissed her back. Due to the stress, they haven't been intimate, and Marcus respected that she needed a break and never pushed her.

"Are you sure?" He asked, pulling away slightly.

"Yes," she mumbled back before placing her lips on his again. Without any hesitation, he let his hands roam her body, smirking as she shivered more.

He gently moved her up the bed, placing her on her back.

"I don't want to be too rough on you, considering," he trailed off, smiling when she nodded in agreement.

"I'll take you in anyway, Marcus, because I love you."

"I love you, Alice," he smiled at her, slipping  off her baggy dress. She stuck with wearing shapeless clothing and avoiding corsets, feeling as if anything constricting would be bad for the baby.

Wasting no time, he kissed down her chest, until he guided his lips to her growing bud. Flicking his tongue, he let his hand travel down to her core, taking note of how wet she was already.

"Princess, is this all for me? I hardly even touched you yet," he mewled in her ear, making her moan out in pleasure.

"Please, Marcus. I need you," she begged. Deciding to give in, due to how long it's been, he quickly took off his clothes and lined himself up with her enterance. In one swift movement, he was inside her.

"Oh, you feel so good, baby," he moaned, immediately thrusting into her. "So beautiful," he continued his praise, earning a slew of moans from her.

Already feeling her high, she closed her eyes from the intense pleasure.

"Cum for me, Alice. You don't need to ask, just let it out."

Upon hearing his words, it was as if that's all she needed to finally have her much needed release. Covering her mouth to muffle her moans, he pounded into her faster to ride out her high. Much to his disappointment, he felt himself growing closer. He wanted this moment to last longer, to be connected with her forever.

"I love you," she whispered in his ear, making him groan out in pleasure as he released inside of her. Reluctantly pulling out, he laid down next to her and held his arms out.

"I love you, sweet girl. Come," he beckoned her over. Complying immediately, she settled into his chest and closed her eyes, letting sleep take over.