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Kingdom of Gaels
“Take her away!”
“But Your Majesty—”
“No, go… please, save her and survive.” Her pants echoed in the darkness of the underground tunnel. “Remember, no one has to know she’s alive.”
“But—”
“No, buts. Go now before it’s too late.”
He nodded and turned away without another word, running down the dark tunnel until he reached his horse. With ease, he hopped over the animal, tightening the reins around his hand. He looked down at the baby in his arms.
The small cooing sound of the baby made him aware that far away screams, shouts and cries of mercy were the nightmares of that night.
He closed his eyes and asked for forgiveness, knowing that he was leaving without protecting those he cared for. But he made a promise, and one he would keep no matter what.
As he rode away, his horse came to a stop that overlooked his home, his kingdom down the hill, burning in rage. Making him and the baby the sole survivors.
He knew who was responsible and one day he would pay. Now his mission was to survive. To keep what now would be dear to him alive.
He smiled sadly down at the baby, wrapped in her blanket, knowing that he could never tell her who she truly was.
With one last look around him, he rode away into the night.
***
Present Day
Rose
“Dispose of his body and bring me the next one.” I looked down at the dirty floor.
“You know you should take things slowly, Rose.”
I turned my head, looking at the man that was leaned against the door frame. His hair was a disheveled mess.
I scowled as I walked over to the trash bin, throwing away the piece of bloody cloth.
“Rose… please,” he begged with a sigh.
“Enough Liam,” I ordered with a hiss. The way he looked at me irked me. “I think you have work, so do it… that’s an order.”
Liam watched me as I moved to the next prisoner that was kneeling on the floor. The poor man trembled as my hand grasped the chains and tugged, pulling him closer to me. With a shake of his head, he turned to leave.
He knew he couldn’t go against my orders.
“Sorry I didn’t see you,” Liam’s voice caught my attention. I looked over at the door.
“No worries, she’s having fun, right?” The familiar voice responded. I remained still, listening to them.
“Yes, she is. What are you doing here, Renata?” Liam asked, “Shouldn’t you be in the meeting?”
“The meeting is over,” she answered.
“That fast? Is everything alright?” Liam asked the nervousness evident in his voice. I frowned, listening intently.
“Well, yes, and no. I need to have a word with Rose about it. But she seems busy. She’s not in the mood, right?” Renata questioned, making me smile.
Liam knew that I was in a foul mood. Not that it was his fault, but I had important things to get done and solving them this way was faster.
I heard him grumble something before I let go of the prisoner and moved to the door. Liam held Renata’s arm.
“You know she will kill you, right? For this, I mean,” Renata laughed as Liam dragged her away.
“I know…” he mumbled.
Liam knows my priorities, but he knows me too well and that makes him the savior of everyone who comes face to face with me.
I understood him. I wasn’t the likable type.
I was ruthless, and with a dark heart, colder than any winter.
He still doesn’t understand why I became like this. The queen of vampire rogues. The unhappy queen who barely smiles and doesn’t care for anyone except for the people.
I am happy even though he thinks I am neglecting myself.
As my commanding officer, and brother he was responsible for me, among other things. He was the father I had never had. And all because of a promise older than any wine in the cellar.
I slowly turned, focusing back on my task.
***
“Anyone else left?” I asked, looking at the surrounding mess.
“No, Your Majesty, they’re all dead,” the guard answered as he bowed his head.
I cursed mentally. I needed more information before doing something else.
“Find anyone that knows. I need more information now. Leave,” I waved my hand.
I’ve spent almost all morning trying to get information from the traitors. Something useful, but things were not going the direction I wanted. But one thing was for sure: they shouldn’t mess with me.
I headed back to my bedroom. A few maids were already preparing my bath and clean clothes.
My eyes veered to the window where a cloudy sun sets down behind the mountains.
I rubbed my neck, feeling the hunger tempting me to kill a maid. However, it was not what I needed right now.
Sniffing a cologne, I walked over to the bathroom where he stood with his back to me and was half naked.
I arched my brow, a small smile tugging on the corner of my lips.
With a chuckle, I walked over to him, sliding my hands around his waist and into his unbuckle pants. Feeling him.
He groaned, pleased by the light squeeze I gave his length.
I smiled, knowing the effect I had on him. Before I could do anything else, he turned, grasping my neck and kissing me fiercely with all the roughness I liked.
“Didn’t I tell you not to do that?” he whispered against my lips. His fangs pierced my lower lip and drew blood.
“You love it,” I gasped.
I squeezed again, making him moan loudly. His manhood was long and erect. Pre-cum covering my fingers.
“Leave us,” I ordered. The maids grabbed their belongings and hurried out of the room.
The door clicked in place, making me aware we were alone now. With a smile, I let my fangs elongate until I felt them press on my lower lip. With haste, I tugged his pants down and knelt before him, taking him completely down my throat.
I sucked as he grasped my hair, tugging hard.
“Damn it, Rose,” he groaned, head thrown back.
A moan left my lips as I felt him grow inside my mouth. A small twitch informed me he was close. Rolling my tongue around the tip, I suck until I gag, squeezing him.
He softly curses and then his juices fill my mouth.
I hummed in pleasure.
“Someone is starving,” he pants with a dashing smile.
“Yes.” I stood. “Now fuck me like an animal.”
“As you wish, my queen,” he hissed, kissing my neck.
I moaned as his hand lowered to my buttock, squeezing each cheek. He chuckles and picks me up in his arms. Stradling him, we walked back to the room.
He lays me down as his hands frame my body. His nails make me shiver under his touch. I tugged on his hair, making him lower his lips until he started sucking on my breast.
My back arched as he sucked over the clothes. My insides ached for more. As I open my eyes, my mind deviates into my thoughts.
He feels my shift and halts. I lowered my eyes. A frown on my face. “You’re distracted.” he said, eyeing me from under his lashes.
“Don’t ruin this,” I hissed.
He heaved a sigh and pulled away, leaving me wanting.
“Where the hell do you think you’re going?” I asked, sitting up. I hate when people don’t do as I asked. “Come back here, or I will make you!”
“Don’t you dare!” He snapped, turning to look at me.
“What did you just say?” I felt my monster stir inside me angrily.
He took a step back. He knew he had just done something he shouldn’t have. The consequences would be terrible.
I stood up, and in a blur, stood in front of him. He seemed taken aback as I glared at him from head to toe.
“First, you’re going to get down on your knees. Then you’re going to taste me. Pleasure your queen.” I commanded with a snap of my fingers.
His body bent over with force, his knees hitting the floor hard. I smirked as I closed the space between us. Holding his face, I lifted it. Eyes as black as the night stared furiously at me. I leaned over and kissed his lips before he started pleasuring me.
Once satisfied, I let go and walked over to the filled tub. I heaved a sigh as I leaned on the tub and looked outside the enormous window.
A knock pulls me back from my thoughts. “Sorry to disturb you. I have something to report.”
“Can’t I have some peace for a moment, Liam?” I reproached.
Liam remained unfazed, as if my words didn’t mean anything at all to him. My so-called brother can be bothersome sometimes.
“Sorry, but I think this might interest you,” he cleared his throat.
“That will need to wait,” I dismissed it.
“Rose.” That tone of voice.
“Don’t. Leave, and when I call you, you come. Are we clear?” I hissed. Feeling so annoyed.
Liam didn’t answer back, but he eventually closed the door. I looked over my shoulder, feeling a servant close by.
With a call, he appeared. I quickly ordered two slaves to be brought in. Handsome and healthy, just as I like them.
Waving the servant away, I commanded the slaves to undress and get into the bathtub with me. They were under my control, so they wouldn’t be able to resist me at all.
I smiled and beckoned one of them to get closer. My throat ached, ready to taste them.
With a moan, I sucked his neck until his body fell limp against me. I didn’t wait and bit on the other one.
I failed to satisfy my craving, so I ordered four more humans.
By the time I felt satisfied, I had twelve bodies around me. The water was dyed red and the mess would certainly anger someone.
With a sigh, I got out and quickly took a shower, feeling my monster still restless inside me.
***
Dressed with my clean gear, I headed down to my office where my right hand, Renata, greeted me with a smile.
“It seems you two won’t stop pestering until you tell me the information you have, right?” I asked, making Renata chuckle. “How was the meeting?” I asked, standing by the window.
“They agree to it,” Renata informed me.
I looked over my shoulder. “But?”
“But they’re afraid he will find us.”
“They shouldn’t be. No one can go against me, not even that man.” I scoffed. “Let him try. I will control him like my puppet and then become the queen of all these lands.”
I stared at the far distance where the forest ended. Small blinking lights from the city twinkled like stars.
“Let him come,” I mumbled knowing that deep inside me there was a bit of fear.
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Welcome to my Blood & Rubies! Story re-written, it's not edited as all my other stories. So enjoy!
