Forever Fae

Chapter 14 - Ryder

The time had almost come for Calista to train with her guardian. I figured it'd be the perfect time to teach him a lesson once I found out where they trained. Looking at the huge bed in my room with its satin red sheets, I could just imagine Calista being a nice addition to it. I could also envision her long, blonde hair fanned out across the pillows, and the way her body would feel against mine as I made love to her.

Soon, I thought to myself.

Once I left tomorrow and handled my affairs in the Winter Court, I'd be back to make her officially mine. I was sure Merrick would be a problem, but I was going to make Calista my wife one way or another. I hadn't told her I loved her yet because it felt like she was holding back, but I wasn't going to wait any longer. I planned to talk to her first thing to see what she thought about it, and if she said yes, I'd ask her father's permission in the meeting today in front of everyone. The news would definitely spread fast throughout the kingdoms.

It was going to take some time to get accustomed to my newly changed body. The magic it took to change things this drastically had to be phenomenal, and the changes weren't even over yet. I couldn't wait to see what my brother had to say about all of it, although, I wasn't looking forward to seeing Warren.

After taking a shower, I changed into a black T-shirt and a pair of running shorts. I needed to be comfortable when I showed off my warrior skills to Merrick. A knock at the door stopped me and when I opened it, a smiling Elvena was standing there holding a covered tray.

"I brought you some breakfast, Prince Ryder." She looked me up and down and smiled. "I see you and the princess must have had some interesting times last night."

She tried to hold in the laugh as she set the tray on the small table by the bed. The food smelled wonderful.

Smirking at her, I pointed out, "It was definitely life-altering."

She reached over to touch my hand, and lingered for a second.

"Yes, I can tell. You do look and feel like a new man." She laughed again and let my hand go, making me smile in the process. She had a way of making things humorous in a tough situation.

"I plan to ask King Oberon for his permission to marry Calista," I blurted out.

Elvena beamed, "So you finally figured out the role you play in the prophecy?"

"I'm not doing this because of the prophecy. I'm doing it because I love her," I said whole-heartedly.

She smiled, and by the look on her face I would say she was testing me to see what I'd say. It looked like I passed. Prophecy or no prophecy, I still loved Calista and wanted to be with her more than anything. We just needed to figure out where we belonged.

"Good answer, child. On that note, I will take my leave. I need to speak to Calista before she goes to training."

She turned to leave, but I stopped her before she reached the door.

"Do you mind telling me where Calista and Merrick train?" I really hoped she'd tell me so I didn't have to go sneaking around.

Shaking her head, she wagged her finger at me. "Don't you dare tell the princess I told you. She'll be so mad at me if she finds out." She paused, and it looked like she wasn't going to tell me, but then she let out a deep breath and continued, "They train about a half mile past the lake. I'm sure you remember where the lake is?" She turned her head and snickered. I just smiled at her and shook my head. She sure did love to joke.

"Yes, of course I remember where the lake is. Thank you for telling me."

As Elvena was leaving, Kalen walked through the door. He looked at me and did a double take.