Promises

Chapter Seventeen

“All rise for King Lance and Queen Diana…” the minister announced as all present in the royal court room rose.

            As King Lance walked past Bruce, Travis’s father, he held out his hand and shook it.

            “I’ve heard so much about you Knight Bruce. My late father has always talked about you and hold you in high respect.” King Lance said as Bruce shook back his hand and smiled.

            “Your father was a great king. It’s unfortunate that he suffered from a heart seizure…” Bruce offered his sympathy and King Lance just gave back a grim smile as he continued towards his throne with Queen Diana.

            Travis leaned towards his father.

            “I didn’t know your rank was a knight… You never told me.” he whispered and Bruce just shrugged his shoulders.

            “I didn’t find it important to tell you.” was his answer.

            Ricky saw the pleasant exchange between King Lance and Bruce and his heart dropped.

            What if King Lance decides to be bias and side with Bruce’s family instead? Then he will lose his wife forever…

            “Alright let the court begin.” a judge said as he pounded the gavel. “Knight Bruce, your side is allowed to speak first.”

            Bruce cleared his throat as he stood up.

            “I’m here to fight for custody for my son’s mate and grandchildren. They must live with their original family as it’s best for the unborn pups. Their parents must never be separated as it’s unhealthy for the unborn pups shouldn’t be brought up in a broken home.”

            “If that is the case then why did you force Travis into rejection as what I’ve been presented by your confession before this court meeting?” the judge asked.

            “I wasn’t thinking your honour. I admit it was foolish of me and my wife to force my son into rejecting his mate. Furthermore if I had known she was pregnant, I wouldn’t make her go through her pregnancy alone.” Bruce said out loud, his voice never wavering once.

            Megan’s jaw dropped. She has already regained her memory but this was a side of Bruce she’s never seen before. Was he just admitting his wrong just so he could win? In that case then there’s no remorse in his admittance!

            “I’m sorry your honour!” Megan interrupted as she stood up and the judge nodded towards her, indicating that she could speak.

            “Right. Mr Hunter, I would like to know, are you just saying that for the sake of winning this court case or you’re really regretful of your actions?” Megan challenged back.

            Bruce blinked his eyes in surprise at her confidence but he shook his head.

            “I meant every word I said.” he answered and Megan gave a laugh.

            “I wonder whether I should believe you cause’ that’s what your son told me also each time he says he loves me and will never leave my side. Like father like son.” she spat back.

            Bruce’s body stiffened but Travis gave Megan a pleading look. She just rolled her eyes and refused to look at him after a few seconds.

            “Alright I’ve heard enough. It’s time to hear Mr Cain’s side of the story.” the judge announced.

            “Your honour, I know by the hands of fate, I’m not Megan’s true soul mate but I really can’t live without her. I even lied to her after her coma that she was pregnant with my children and did my best in being a true father figure and husband to her. She didn’t suspect a thing until I told her the truth. Isn’t that proof on how much I love my wife?” Ricky said, his voice cracking a bit at the end.