The Future Queen and King of Dauntless

Chapter 27

Tobias POV

When I see her concede, I take a breath I didn't know I was holding and relax a bit. I am relieved she isn't very hurt, Though will most likely have some bruising on her ankle and ribs but nothing like it was with Zeke. I am really happy that Eric was able to remain in control of his emotions and not try to hurt her. I am very proud of Tris. She never ceases to amaze me. That one defense move to Eric's grip was inspired. I wonder how effective it really is, but based on the look of amazement in Eric's eyes it must be a pretty powerful tool.

"Good match Tris" I state as I walk towards her and wrap my arm around her shoulders.

"I have to say princess, I am very impressed with what you got working for you. If you keep up the work I can see you defending yourself just fine if the need is to arise." Eric states.

He puts his arm out to her, she smiles warmly and grabs it, a sign of respect in Dauntless. Eric lets her go and walks over to the side of the ring where he picks up his shirt and puts it back on a solider hands him some water and he starts to drink it. I look down at Tris she is still smiling. It warms my soul.

"Let's call it a day Tris."

"Sounds good to me Four." She turns towards Eric "Hey Eric feel like going for a ride into town with Four and me?"

I turn to look at him, he looks me in the eyes for confirmation, and I give a slight nod that I am fine with it.

"Sure thing princess, I'll meet you both at the stables in half an hour." With that Eric walks out of the gym, Tris and I following soon after.

We head to our room to grab some clothes Tris goes into the bathroom and takes a quick shower and comes out wearing a black dress that has sparkles around the bottom it is shorter than some of the other dresses I have seen her wear her calves are exposed and I just can't stop staring at her beauty.

She takes in my expression and her cheeks get rosy. I smile.

"Do you like it Tobias?" she asks me while she twirls around in a small circle.

"You look good Tris." I walk up to her and place my hands on her waist as I lean down and kiss her softly.

We walk hand in hand to the stables, when we arrive Eric is there waiting for us. I get the stable hand to set up Cascade for Tris while I set Ember up and Eric sets up his horse Dragon. Once everyone is ready we head out.

"Come on princess, I want to see you ride."

"Hey Tris why don't you show him your riding skills?" I yell out pointing to the jump course.

"Sure"

I watch Tris lead Cascade to the course, she kicks her side slightly and they are off. Tris and her horse act as one being even though this is only the second time she has ridden her. Her confidence and lack of fear allows her horse to trust her fully and when they jump it is like a feather gliding through the wind. Once she finishes the course she picks up speed once more as they leap over the fence instead of taking the opening, they gallop quickly towards Eric and myself stopping just an inch or two shy of colliding into me and Ember.

"How was that?" She asks. I lean over and kiss her cheek.

"Wonderful." I tell her.

"I have to say I am really impressed with you princess. And it takes a lot to impress me. Now let's ride we can grab a bite to eat in town." Eric starts to gallop away at a full trot. Tris and I follow quickly catching up to him.

Tris POV

I thought the food in the castle was good, but never before have I had such wonderful baked goods in my life.

"What is this?" I mumble with my mouth full. So royal like i mentally scoff. The boys laugh at me.

"It's called chocolate cake." Tobias explains.

I swallow my mouthful of amazing goodness.

"This is the most amazing thing I have even eaten."

They nod in agreement. I can't believe I just at that much cake, but a part of me just wants to eat more.

We get back to the stables and put our horses away for the night. I say my farewells to Eric as Tobias and I head to our room. After the first time waking up with him I have managed to not punch him in the face again.

I love falling asleep to the sound of Tobias' heartbeat in my ears as I lay on his chest, and I relish the feeling I get when I wake to his eyes piercing mine. Every day we seem to get closer. I never really believed in love at first site or the idea of a soul-mate but now I have experienced both. He is mine and I am his and we will always be that way. No matter what craziness that befalls us I know we will be okay as long as we have each other nothing will be as bad as it seems.