*Craving Souls* (Spiritshipping)

Part 28

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At the sounds of the loud bells ringing outside,  Jesse's eyes turned towards the window , his heart fluttered in his chest .

He has come ! He has come !

The young king was nearly jumping in excitement, a small belly showing, before he put on his jacket and rushed outside their bedroom towards where he was supposed to meet his father-in-law,  before welcoming his husband.

"Your Grace! The crown!"

Clare giggles,  her feet moving fast to catch the happy royal , in her small fingers the symbol of the kingdom.  She giggles again when Jesse stops and huffs, tapping his foot on the floor .

Clare tip toes balancing the crown over the silky teal hair and fixing a button putted wrong.

"Faster Please?"

The maid raises an eyebrow,  shaking off the imaginary dust off the male's clothes." He's not going to go anywhere, Your Grace. "

Jesse's lips form a pout at that , another whine leaving his lips, lookingat her with pleading eyes. " I-I...want to meet him..."

The -now headmaid chuckled , stepping away from him and bowing. " Go on , he must be just as excited as you ,my King. "

Jesse's lips stretched in a bright smile once more , as he turned on his heels , running down the hallway. He surely wasn't showing a king-like manners , but no one minded . The guards , maids and butlers smiling happily at seeing their beloved young king skip his steps to meet their Emperor.  Happiness only growing, 'cause if the harmony existed between the ones leading them , they knew only good things were ahead for the future of their now-empire.

Jesse stopped near the last corner taking a few calming breaths and fixing his posture . When the doors opened he didn't make his way to the throne . Instead Jesse made his way towards where the others were waiting.  The old king , General Yubel and the council -who weren't looking so pleased- standing in a row. His feet stopped before his successor,  bowing deeply and taking the late king's hand , kissing his knuckles. "Glad to see you up and around, Father."

The old king's corner of his lips turned up at the gesture  , the respect the younger held for him." Rise , young one . I see you're excited."

Jesse grinned for what seemed the millionth time that day." In a way I can't express in words, Father."

The old king patted his shoulder,  and nods his head for Jesse to stand by his side , knowing full well that the young wouldn't take the throne in his presence without his husband.

When the front doors of the throne room opened,  Jesse was sure he felt his heart fly out of his chest. It was beating so fast that Jesse had to put his hand over there ,for it to  somewhat calm down.

At the sound of footsteps Jesse took a small step back . Wanting to look as small as possible ,or wanting to not be seen at all ,Jesse couldn't choose .
The footsteps neared stopping centimetres away from him, but the young king didn't dare to look up. He heard voices, laughter,  clasping of shoulders and hands .

However his heart was way louder over his ears to pay attention to them , the adrenaline high ,that he swore he would have a heart attack sooner than later .

"This how you're going to greet me , Jesse ?"

A beat skip.

Or more Jesse couldn't count as his head snapped up , finding the man he had been longing for millimeters away from his face .His eyes widened comically, as he stood there unmoving,  like a stone, shaking hand over his chest ." J-J-Ja..."

"Shh... "

He calmed down a little , feeling the warm touch of the other's hand over his.

"Don't cry. I'm here."

Was he crying? Really? Eyes blinking he raised his free hand to touch his cheek , noticing the wetness. Oh."Oh."

Jaden chuckles at his silliness , raising the hand to stroke his cheek instead.

"My Gem."

Jesse swore he was red up to the tips of his ears. The other's words and voice making a shiver run through his body.  He gazed nervously on the brown eyes of his husband, blinking back down shyly.

"Jesse. "

As soon as the young king looked up at the sound of his name warm chapped lips over his , Jesse's eyelids falling shut immediately...

He doesn't care.

It was true,  Jaden's actions spoke for themselves.  The Emperor didn't care that other's were watching,  stating his claim over the teal haired male.

Jesse swayed a little when Jaden broke the kiss, his legs feeling like jelly under him as he leaned on the older to keep his balance. Jaden smiled ,sneaking his arm around the slim waist and turning with his husband to walk to the balcony. As the late king and Yubel followed behind them.

Jesse felt content and safe in those arms , his eyes trailing his people from his position.

" My followers, I'm proud to admit that my army and I have returned with victory!! A ball will be held for the honor of everyone who fought alongside me!!"

The cheers that followed his husband's words hurt Jesse's ears , but he smiled nonetheless,  waving his hand to greet his people.

                       ~Time skip ~

Apparently it was a little awkward to be walking between near your husband   , when by the later's side stood your best friend with who your current relations weren't oh-so-good.

"Anything in particular that happened in my time away?"

Jesse bit his lip , jade eyes going to the floor making Jaden frown at the sight. He looks up at his General , raising an eyebrow in expectation.

Yubel coughed a bit behind his hand , giving time for the king to interfere, however seeing no move from the other he decided to speak. " There was an attempt to assassinate His Majesty. "

" Oh..." Jaden looked over at Jesse again. " And why am I not informed of this?"

"His majesty thought that it would burden you more , My Emperor. "

Jaden nods , holding back a sigh." Could you catch the the assassin?"

"My Emperor, " Yubel stops his steps,  and sighs," Jaden, it....was Lady Alexis. "

Jesse watched Jaden's eyes harden , as he glared at his general. " Where is she ?"

"In the dungeon, my Emperor. "

"Good. I will deal with her on the morrow. " Jaden replied,  bringing Jesse closer." For a while ,I don't to be disturbed.  It's been a long while since I've been able to be with my husband. I expect no disturbances."

Yubel bows , his hand in  crossed in front of him." I will make sure of that , My Emperor. "

The said emperor hummed,  dismissing the other before ,leading Jesse towards their chambers.  His posture and the glare in his eyes making Jesse a little afraid to follow along.

When the door of their bedroom closed Jesse gulps , slowly,  so slowly turning around to face the one he was married to , who was looking at him intently, while leaning with his hands behind his back on the doorknob.

"Strip."

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