Savior Of Power

Chapter 22

Eric was thrown into the dungeons and awaiting trial while i was put on bed rest... The whole ordeal had emotionally put a toll on me and James... James was furious for days. He couldn't sleep properly and i would wake up to him "fighting" in his sleep.. i think that event had turn on a switch in him.. a very protective switch. Finnie and my mother were in utter disgust and on my behalf, Finnie had stripped Eric's family off all their titles, money and lands. They were also all banished from Theria. The only person left here was Eric and his fate would be sealed by my husband on my behalf since we had not yet appointed a new prime minister after the last one passed away.
A few days later I woke up. Remembering what had happened, i finally let out a cry. I let the tears out which i had been holding for days because I didn't want to seem weak.. Serena rushed into my chambers and tried to console me but i had to let it all out.
I felt weak. How dare he try to take advantage of me like that.. Something woke up inside me and it was savage. I decided that except my husband and my brother, i would not allow any other man to physically touch me. That would be my new proclamation as queen for the future queens as well. Temptation happens when we feed into it and through touch i might have stoked the firey temptation into the now rouge lord Eric. I did have pity for him though, most especially his twin because I wouldn't want to loose my brother to such a horrendous fate so, i decided to pick my battles. It wouldn't look good on my reputation to have so much blood on my hands. I didn't want Chadwick to inherit a throne stained with too much blood so, i called a council meeting the day before Eric's proposed execution.
That day, the councilmen were seated before me contemplating on what we could so instead but i am certain that everyone knew what was on James' mind. The man was out for blood and his face couldn't hide it. The sweet expression on his face suddenly turned stern, almost as if he had automatically gone into protective mode the day it happened.
I was sat at the head of the table as we contemplated.
"Your Majesty, the lords have decided that Lord Eric be banished from the land. Just like his family" said lord Ferrington.
Before I could get a word out, James yelled
"I want his head!! I want his fucking head! Why is no one as furious as i am! The bastard had his filthy hand on my wife who happens to be your queen!!!"
"Your highness please" Finnie begged. James was angry within his own right. If he was two minutes late, who knows what would have happened.
"The mother of the future king of this kingdom was almost violated and you want to banish the traitor? What kind of message are you sending to the citizens, other kingdoms?" Said James, leaning into the table so he could meet all their eyes.
An argument was about to start but I quickly stepped in saying
"This is my judgement. The perpetrator shall be sent to work in the mines for the rest of his life until he dies"
Everyone kept quiet and bowed as i stood up.
I hurriedly ran to my bedchamber so i could cry comfortably...Was i that weak? Was i so fragile looking? What was it?!!
Moments later, James came in and laid beside me, wrapping his hands around me. I felt his warmth and immediately sank into him.
"How are you my love?"
I sniffed and turned to him
"I feel weak...James i feel weak"
He quickly held my face and reassured me "listen, you are queen of the biggest, strongest kingdom in this part of the sea. You have an army that could easily turn our enemies into dust within moments. You are Queen Regina Barrington. The first queen in ages. The rose of the realm. And i stand by your side as your partner, your husband and your consort. I will never take my eyes off you again Regina. I promise"
"Promise?"
He nodded and kissed me. He started kissing me, down to my neck and he proceeded to take off all my clothes.
We laid in bed, naked and vulnerable with each other.
Night fell upon us and by that time, James had already told the cook to make me something good to eat. I had not eaten in a while and it was affecting me and the young prince because I didn't have plenty of milk so i had to force myself to eat.
I took my bath and after i was done getting dressed, i went to the dinning room for breakfast. James was already seated and awaiting my arrival. Aura had already started chowing down on her breakfast. She was at my side most times when James couldn't get to spend time with me and i guess we developed a bond. James stood up and bowed
"Your Majesty"
His head rose and our eyes met as broke into soft smiles while we sat down. I sat next to him because i hated being so far from him during meal times.
"That's the first time you've smiled since the incident. are you in high spirits today?" He asked with a curious look on his face. James had become more attractive as he advanced in his age, looking more like his father. Their family genes ran strong and that's a fact.
"Yea James i...I can't keep being in this state if I'm to rule this colossal sized kingdom. That would tell other kingdoms that we are weak"
He took my hands in his and rubbed them. I misses his touch on my skin. He had a way of communicating with me without talking...
We ate breakfast while discussing matters of state that i missed.