Desiderium

Zehn

Rosa

The news got to us. One of Ira's knight has been abducted and nowhere to be found.

Still, the good news is that Raziel is getting better. He can pronounce some words clearly now and I am thankful for Nuriel's effort.

They are really like brothers, the last time I saw them is when Raziel is snuggling on Nuriel. 

Then, the other day when I went to their home is that Nuriel is cuddling Raziel in the couch while the kid is sleeping.

I couldn't help the smile that graced in my lips while watching them.

Nuriel seems to notice my presence and he slowly sits up, careful not to wake Raziel.

"Rosa, it's good to see you again." He said, smiling.

It is unusual to me seeing him all smiling like this when I am used to see him with a blank look or a scowling face before.

"It's good to see you too. How's Raziel?" I asked.

He gave me a wide grin "You wouldn't believe it. He can speak complete sentences now."

I smile widely "Really? That's good to hear. Ira will be delighted then."

The grin in his face fades, a worry look replaces it "How's she? I mean, there is an issue about one of her knight being missing right?"

I nod sadly "I haven't got a news yet and father seems restless too. He cannot contact her. She is not in her castle these past few days."

Nuriel frown "Seriously? That's why she left Raziel here for the meantime?"

"Perhaps yes. I think she is looking for that knight by her own."

He sighs "What if something happens to her? Raziel couldn't afford to lose a mother when he is still young."

"Ira is a tough woman, I believe she will be safe."

He chew his bottom lip "I hope so too and I hope that knight would come back alive."

I look away, vacantly "Who knows."
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Ira

This can't be happening.

"Wasp.. Tell me.. This is not Rouche's finger isn't?" I said, while I keep my trembling hands in my lap.

My hollow heart falls to my feet when Wasp shakes his head "This is Rouche's finger, your grace. The oath ring is the evidence."

I purses my lips into thin line "Read the letter."

Wasp opens the letter and he reads it "Ira, if you still wish to see your knight alive, better come at the center of the woods and you should be alone. If I learned that you brought some acquaintances, I will kill this pathetic fry and send his head to you as a gift---"

I interrupt "Stop. I've heard enough." I said while standing up.

"But your grace---"

"Do you wish to question the decision of your Queen, ser Lestat?" I said, coldly.

He shakes his head and bows his head "No, your majesty. I deeply apologize for my rudeness."

I didn't answer as I walk past him, I balled my fists at the side of my gown and grit my teeth.

I am fuming in anger again, my small body is shaking in rage.

The thirst for violence is rearing its ugly head, waiting for me to unleash my undead wrath.