The Forced Maiden For The Cursed Alpha KingChapter 223
The Forced Maiden For The Cursed Alpha King
Chapter 223
Chapter 223 Sabrina’s POV:“Lady Nifra,” I said and took her hand in mine. “If you want, I can be your daughter”Her eyes widened. “You would?”88I nodded. “You’re more of a mother to me than…well the woman I thought was my mother back home. I’m pretty sure she’s not even my mother.”She watched me, blinking back tears.“Anyway. I can call you mom if you want. And you can think of me as your daughter. Truly, I will never be able to replace her, but I can try to be a good daughter to you.”She smiled, and I felt my heart warm. “Thank you, Sabrina. I would love that very much.” She pulled me into a hug, and I felt some of the tension leave her body. “Thank you.”“You’re welcome,” I said.We pulled away and she wiped her eyes. “It’s getting quite late now. We should probably head back.”“Lady Nifra,”“Yes?” “Why don’t you forgive him?”She glanced at me sharply. “Forgive Acheron?”I nodded. “It’s been years. A lot of years. Lord Acheron is not a heartless man, although my first experiences with him beg to differ.” I shuddered as I remembered the cold man with the snake staff who terrorised me. Thank goodness that’s over now.“It’s been too long.”“I know. But I’m sure he felt regret too, everyday since it happened. I’m sure he never expected that his own father would do that. But the past…..it can’t be changed. Things have happened, and all we can do is remedy them.”She let out a soft sigh. “I don’t know…”“Think of it. Think of your baby. She must be looking down on you too with so much love. But think of how much it must hurt her to know that her parents who gave everything for her can’t stand each other anymore. How do you think she feels?”Lady Nifra grabbed the fabric above her chest, as her eyes filled with deep pain. “I haven’t thought about it like that. She must be in pain too…”“And Lord Acheron, anyone who has eyes can see that he’s still charmed by you. I’ve seen how he looks at you, lady Nifra. He’s madly in love with you, he wants you. It’s clear for the world to see.”“Or maybe you just have sharp eyes.” She said with a small smile.I shook my head. “Not that. I know. And you, you don’t have to be lonely anymore. You deserve love and softness, so much. Who knows, you two can even make another baby.” I said the last part with a wink.“Oh shut up.” She said, biting back a smile. “Smooth talker.”I grinned: “Give it a thought, okay?”1/308:44 Tue, 22 Apr 8 8.Chapter 223She was silent for a while then she sighed. “Fine, I will think about it.”“Yes!”“Not just because you told me to. But because…”“Yes…” I leaned in, batting my lashes, “Go on..”96%0She rolled her eyes and sighed. “It’s been getting much harder to resist him. To keep on lying to myself that I don’t feel anything when I notice his eyes on me. It when he calls my name… Nifra, like he did all those years ago. It’s so hard to just act cold all the time. I want him.”I blinked, “Lady Nifra…”“I want him. My soul craves him. And my body…” She trailed off, and turned impossibly redder in the face. “But it’s been so long. Where do I even begin? Do I remember how to love again? Or show it properly?” “Just as you did before, your soul will remember. Don’t fight it anymore. You’ve grieved enough and for long. It’s time to be happy again. For yourself, for your child, and for him. You can always start again. And if you need romantic advice, I’ll be right here.”She laughed to herself. “Thank you, Sabrina.” She took my hand and squeezed it. “For tonight, for everything. You’ve really changed”“Really?”“Yes. I remember the teary faced tribute who tried to kill herself and ran on more than one occasion. I can’t believe I’m looking at the same girl.” She gently touched my face, her palm warm. I leaned into her hand. Her warmth was familiar. Like a mother’s touch, so soft and full of love. “You’ve really gown. And you’ve matured a lot too. I’m glad to see you growing so much.”I rolled my eyes and laughed. “Growth is a natural part of life. anything that doesn’t grow is dead.”“So much wisdom.” She said and pinched my cheek. “I’m so glad I witnessed it.”I touched my cheeks, my eyes wide. “Thank you, lady Nifra…I mean mom…”“Don’t get ahead of yourself now. Lady Nifra is perfectly fine.”I nodded. Soon she’ll warm up to me calling her mom. One step at a time.She leaned back and yawned. “How much wine did I drink?” She said.“Lemme see,” I picked up the pitcher and swished it. “It’s empty.”She groaned. “I’m going to have a nasty headache Tomorrow morning.” She got t her feet, swaying as she did. I rushed to her side and held her, one arm over my shoulder. “Thank you dear,”“It’s nothing. I got you to drink after all.”“So you agree to trying to get me drunk?”I laughed but I didn’t deny it. I will admit that I however got more than I had bargained for.“We should do this again,” I said.“Next time, no wine at all.”“Deal.”2/308:44 Tue, 22 Apr 88.Chapter 22311We walked out of the garden and headed back into the castle. We’d barely gone far before we bumped into Lord Acheron. He looked dressed for the night, on a simple white shirt and dark pants.“Nifra?” He called, his eyes falling on her. Then he turned to me and his eyes turned accusatory. “What did you do?”“Nothing! Why did you think I did something!”He was about to reply then sighed. “You know what, let me help her to her room”Lady Nifra grabbed my arm. “N–no…” She whispered to me. “Don’t…”I looked at her, then Lord Acheron. Then a brilliant idea went off in m head.“Ah! Now remember! I was supposed to read with the king! Lady Nifra, I’m so sorry. I should go now” She pulled her head up and glared at me. “Liar.”I flashed her a brilliant smile and mouthed the words “remember your happiness.”Lord Acheron stepped forward and gently pried her out of my arms. He scooped her up bridal style, his eyes still narrowedat me.“You can go now.” He said.I flashed him a smile. “Thank you! Please make sure she gets to her room safely!”“It’s not like I’ll get us lost.” He grumbled. Then he turned his back to me and left.I sighed and touched my chest. Deep down I prayed that they would find some peace in each other. Two deeply tormented souls tied together by love and a dead daughter.I turned and walked back to the king’s room. I hope everything turns out fine.
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