Dragon's Hope

Chapter 19

We see how things are working after Rhaelys went back to Rhaegon. Rhaegon has a conversation with someone and makes it clear he doesn't want anyone but Rhaelys. I hope you guys like it. 🥰

In the moon since moving back to Rhaegon's chambers things had been going very well. Everything was very different than it had been in the past, her husband tried to spend as much time with her and their son as he was able. He was always attempting to help with whatever she needed. He spent time wooing her, like he had never done when they were actually courting. He would bring her gifts, accompany her on walks, and spend time with her and their son. Rhaelys loved watching Rhaegon and Aerion interact. For someone who had been so against having children, Rhaegon was a very devoted father. In the past sennight Aerion had been a bit sick, he had developed a fever. The healers said it was just a chill, nothing to be too concerned about. Rhaelys still had not been able to leave her son alone, she hated seeing Aerion so sad and uncomfortable.
Her poor babe who was always so happy and loved to laugh, had spent so much time crying it broke Rhaelys's heart. Rhaegon had not moved from their son's bedside, he had even slept in Aerion's chambers. He was a very dedicated father and she could see how much he loved their son. The way he looked at her made her a bit uncomfortable, he had always looked at her with desire and that was still there. But there was something else in his eyes when he looked at her now like he saw her differently.
Rhaelys rested her head against the doorway, watching as Rhaegon paced the room. He had Aerion in his arms; their son's head was lying on his shoulder as Rhaegon ran a hand down his back. Rhaelys could see Aerion was deeply asleep, his mouth wide open. She was thankful that Aerion was feeling better, his fever had finally broken earlier in the day and while he was still a bit fuzzy, he was not feeling as awful anymore. Rhaelys walked towards her husband and son, smiling when Rhaegon noticed her and stopped walking. She kissed Aerion's head softly, making sure not to wake him. Rhaegon laid their son on his crib, running a hand over his curls and covering him with a soft blanket.
Both of them walked to their chamber and Rhaelys closed the connecting door to the nursery quietly. The last thing she wanted was to wake Aerion once more.
"Thank you for taking care of him." She smiled softly at him. "I am so happy he is feeling better already."
"Yes, I was worried." Rhaegon shook his head. "I was about to fly to Essos and find another healer."
"I know." Rhaelys placed a hand on his arm, her smile soft. "But he is all better now, so we can finally take a breath."
"Yes."
Rhaegon moved closer to her, one of his hands pushed part of her hair behind her ear, his fingers caressing her face. Rhaelys felt her heart jump as Rhaegon moved even closer, his thumb running over her bottom lip. While she still had a bit of a hard time trusting her husband she had missed being with him. While septas taught ladies that bedding was for the purpose of procreation and only enjoyable for men, Rhaelys enjoyed bedding her husband. She missed the pleasure he brought her. While Rhaegon might have been selfish in many aspects, in bed was not one of them.
Her breathing sped up as he lowered his head, his lips brushing hers. Her eyes slid shut as his lips moved softly over hers. Rhaelys's mouth opened and one of Rhaegon's arms wrapped around her waist, pressing their bodies together. His mouth became eager, his tongue sweeping inside her mouth and taking ownership of her. His hand wrapped around her long silver curls, pulling and angling her head to accept his assault. Her body became hot, liquid heat pooling low in her belly and settling between her legs. She could feel his arousal as his mouth worked on hers with fervor.
"Rhaegon." Rhaelys's hands pressed against his naked chest, attempting to push him back. His mouth left hers, moving down her neck. "We cannot do this."
"I know." His mouth moved up her neck and he paused before his lips touched hers. "I will stop."
His mouth took hers again, his lips devouring hers. Her head felt like it was spinning, screaming at her to stop. But her body just wanted him to continue, she wanted to be taken, to give herself to him. Her body and mind were not in accord, both of them wanting different things.
Rhaelys was finally able to separate their mouths and moved out of his arms. Her breathing was fast as if she had been running. She looked at her husband, his lips red and swollen, just like hers. Rhaelys was attempting to control her heartbeat.
"I do not believe that was a good idea." She licked her lips. "You said you would give me time."
"I know." He ran a hand through his hair, letting out a sigh. "I am sorry, I should have more control over myself, but I just really wanted to kiss you."
"I am sorry." Rhaegon had been extremely patient. "I just need some more time, I am not ready yet."
Rhaegon nodded, not saying anything. He looked a bit frustrated, but not upset. Rhaelys was thankful he had not pushed her, he was being patient. She just needed him to be patient for a bit longer while she figured out some things.