Betrothed (The Selection series and Red Queen Fanfic)

Chapter 52- Care

{Delancy}

After 5 hours...

Maxon knocked on my door, I slowly opened. He looks in pain, real pain.

"What's the matter?" I whispered.

"I'm hungry. I tried to cook then cut myself" He raised his bleeding left finger.

I quickly pulled the wound towards me so I could see it clearly.

"Why didn't you tell me?" I asked.

"I thought you wouldn't care" Maxon mumbled, turning his flushed  face away from embarrassment.

"Of course I care!"

I drag him to the kitchen, aiding his new cut. Afterwards, I cooked something for his growling tummy.

I cooked an omelette for him, since I forgot to do the groceries.

Maxon eat in peace, while I list down everything I have to buy tomorrow.

Milk
Eggs
Bread
Fish
Poultry
Pasta
Vegetables
Fruits
Yogurt
Grape juice
Shampoo
Conditioner
Etc...

I will do the groceries tomorrow after work. I received a text message from Raven.

Your Highness,

We already heard about Prince Maxon finding you. If you don't mind, Your Majesty, fly to Illéa as soon as possible. His Majesty, King Clarkson, is excited-furious about what happened. And also Princess, King Clarkson wants for you and his son to get married this year.
~Raven.

I'm sure I turned pale. I can't believe this crap!

"Everything alright, Del?" Maxon appeared beside me.

"Not really"

"Why?"

"Raven texted me. Saying that, your father wants us to get married as soon as possible" I put my head down. "On earth Maxon! Your father already succeeded on push me to you. It doesn't feel right!"

"So you're telling me, you don't want to get married?"

"Not yet! My whole life turned upside down, everything is nothing but other's decisions. It's like, I couldn't decide on my own. And it's getting worse" I said.

"Well, this is what we're born to do" He shrugged. "But it's alright. I'll look after you"

"I know you would. But
It doesn't mean I'm free to do some things I want. Let's start with going out of the palace gates once in a while"

We laughed about things we can't do once we're married and once we're out of King Clarkson's watchful eyes.

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{Maxon}

"I'll tend your cuts once you're done taking a bath" She says.

I entered my bathroom, stripped out every piece of my clothing. I turned on the shower and let the warm water wash my body. I gritted my teeth once the water hits my cuts and pounded my fist once it hits everything.

"You alright there?" Delancy called out.

"I-I'm fine" I stuttered out.

"Just tell me if you need a hand, okay?"

"Yeah!"

The pain was bearable, however, the pressure of the water and when the cold air hits it, is enough for me to pound the wall and grunt in pain.

I know It's been a while since the caning but it still hurts like hell. Then I remembered that I forgot to drink the painkillers Delancy prepared for me.

"Shit!" I cursed, trying to stay on my feet.

But the pain worsen, I screamed like a girl, my vision blurred making me fall on my knees, creating a huge splash of water.

"MAXON!" Delancy opened the door.

Thank goodness, I also forgot to lock it!

"Oh Gosh!" She helped me sit inside the tub.

"Stay awake, I'll get you the medicine." She urged.

I grunted, the pain is too much.

"Hey! Stay awake for me, 'Kay? I'll be quick!" She said, sprinting out the room.

I hold on to the porcelain tub, my head against the cold wall, and my eyes shut tightly.

In a matter of seconds, Del came back, she carried a silver case with her. She took out a syringe and a vial, injected it at my back.

Suddenly, the pain vanished away and I was surprised to see that I'm still awake.

"Why can't I feel sleepiness?" I asked dumbly.

"It's not the anesthesia that lulls you to sleep. This just kills the pain" She said. "Now, stay quiet while I apply this gel on your back"

I nodded. I immediately blushed once I noticed that I'm naked in front of her. I thank the water and soap for covering my lower part.

5 minutes later...

"All done. Take your shower slowly, I suggested you stay sitting. Call me when you need to stand up. Is that fine?" She asked, her face hard but I can see the concern lingering in her emerald eyes.

"Yes"

"Very well. Take your time, dear!" She closed the door, leaving me in trance.

Sometimes, she's just irresistible. And sometimes, she's a pain.

"But she's a great girl. Isn't she, son?"

I remembered telling father what I think about Delancy. I was just 10 by that time, annoyed yet impressed on what she can do.

"She is, father" I answered, not taking my eyes on her, watching her laughing with her siblings, sitting on the grass in the garden in Illéa.

I couldn't stop smiling at that wonderful memory. I finished my bath thinking remembering our wonderful memories.

"Del! Del! I'm done!" I called out.

Delancy appeared with a towel in her hands. She handed it to me then turning her back.

"Done!"

She helped me out the tub, then let me change in my fresh clothes.
Afterwards, tending my scars gently while humming a song that I can't figure out. Furthermore, she helped me to lay down, putting a glass of water and painkillers on the bedside table.

Finally, she tucked me to bed and kissed my forehead goodnight.

"Good Night, Maxon" She said gently.

"Thank you" I managed to say.

"You're welcome" Delancy smiled, walking towards door, shutting the lights off.

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{Delancy}

"Sofia's hosting a party tonight. Wanna join, Del?" Elaine asked.

I was about to say 'yes' but I remember Maxon's situation. It would be irresponsible for me to leave him alone with his scars.

"I'll think about it"

"Message me, 'Kay?!"

"I will! Bye Elaine!"

"Bye, Delly!!!"

I chuckled, entering my car to drive home. I already did the groceries and I have to call Maxon to help me get the goodies up.

Great!

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HELLO!!!!

I've got exams this week. I know! Exams!! I have different schedules and it sucks.
Anyways, here's another chapter!!

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