Chapter 46

VALKYRIE

A soft sensation glides down my back, making me moan and stretch. My body aches, but in a good way. I feel a hand reaching for my waist and I can’t help but smile.

“Morning,” Dimitri murmurs in my ear, his lips brushing against my earlobe. I hug the pillows, grinning. “Someone’s not ready to face the day?”

I pull away from him, still smiling. I crack open one eye to look at him, but he’s gone. I sit up, frowning. Where did he go?

Suddenly, I’m yanked back, yelping in surprise.

“Morning, my love,” Dimitri chuckles, peppering kisses down my neck. His lips trail down my chest, making me bite my lip.

“Morning,” I manage to breathe out.

He takes my nipple into his mouth and I moan loudly. His hand drifts down, reaching for my pussy.

He slides a finger in. I moan as he starts to finger me. Hearing him growl, I pant and beg him to fuck me.

With one powerful thrust, he’s inside me. He holds my waist, pounding into me. My breasts bounce with each thrust, making me moan even more.

I can feel my orgasm building as he flicks my clit. I arch my back, covering my mouth to stifle a loud moan.

“No,” Dimitri growls, moving my hands above my head. He hovers over me and I wrap my legs around his waist, pulling him deeper.

“Damn it!” he curses, his golden eyes locked on mine. Sweat beads on his forehead as I stare back at him.

“Let go, please,” I whisper, reaching up to touch his face. I smile at him, but he just stares back, an emotion I can’t decipher flickering in his eyes.

He leans in, kissing me passionately. His kiss is tender but desperate. He slips his hand under my back, pulling me closer and quickening his pace.

Our bodies move in sync as he thrusts. I can feel another orgasm building and I hear him groan as he thrusts one last time, cumming inside me.

Panting, I close my eyes, savoring the silence. When I open my eyes, Dimitri is looking down at me, a conflicted expression on his face. He leans in, kissing me softly. What’s bothering him?

“We should take a bath,” Dimitri whispers, kissing my mark before pulling away. I watch him walk away, admiring his ass. I smile, biting my lip. I try to get up, but my back aches. I curse under my breath, slowly standing up.

I feel something sliding down my thighs and look down. Dimitri’s cum and my juices are trickling down my legs.

“That’s a lot,” I mumble, making my way to the bath.

“You okay?” Dimitri asks, watching me.

“Yes,” I nod. He offers his hand and I take it. He helps me into the bath, the warm water making me flinch as my pussy throbs from the friction.

“Come here,” Dimitri murmurs, kissing my shoulder. I sit on his lap, smiling. Dimitri is quiet as he pours water down my back.

“Is everything all right?” I ask. Something’s clearly bothering him.

“Yeah, don’t worry,” Dimitri sighs. I nod, leaning against his chest as we enjoy a relaxing bath.

***

After breakfast, I part ways with Dimitri. I can’t help but wonder what’s bothering him, but I decide to give him some space. Maybe he’ll open up when he’s ready.

“What are you planning on doing?” Mia asks, pulling me from my thoughts.

“Some training. I agreed to do some exercise with Damian,” I reply, adjusting my clothes.

“You sure?” Mia asks, smirking.

“Uh, yes?” I respond, frowning. Mia just smiles and shakes her head.

I shrug, letting her know when we’ll leave.

When I reach the training grounds, Damian calls my name. I wave and run over to him.

“Ready, missy?” Damian asks, grinning.

“Of course!” I reply, clapping my hands. “Who am I beating this time?”

“Me,” a voice says. Damian and I turn to see Jordan walking towards us, smiling. “Ready, my queen?”

“So it’s you?” I ask, laughing.

“Yes, he will help you train for now. Jordan is a defense expert. After that, I will teach you some new moves,” Damian explains, guiding me onto one of the platforms.

“Prepare. We will start in a few,” Jordan says.

I stretch, cracking my neck and hands. My body is sore, but I need to loosen up.

“Ready?” Jordan asks.

“Yes,” I mumble, getting into position.

***

~Crack!~

“Fuck!” I curse, standing up.

“Stop!” Damian yells as Leo laughs. I spit out blood, cursing again. Did he just break my nose?

“You okay?” Jordan asks, gripping my shoulder. I kneel, taking a deep breath.

“I will be after I beat his ass,” I say, standing up and fixing my hair.

“No, enough for today. Michael should see that nose,” Damian orders, offering me some water.

“We’ve only been training for two hours,” I complain, crossing my arms. “I can still fight.”

“But you won’t. Dimitri will get mad,” Damian sighs.

“Yes, and you spent all night fucking the king. Your body must be sore,” Jordan spits out, making Damian and Leo growl at him. I feel my face heat up.

“I should go,” I whisper, running back inside. Damian calls my name, but I ignore him. My face is burning. Did everyone hear us?

I decide to go back to my chambers, running up the stairs when a pounding in my head stops me. I groan, clutching my head. I close my eyes. The pain is unbearable. I grit my teeth, dropping to my knees.

“I—I need help,” I manage to whisper. Then, a gentle breeze brushes against my neck, carrying a voice with it. “Follow it,” it whispers.

I let my hands fall to my sides and slowly open my eyes. My body feels numb, my mind feels numb. I stand up as if nothing has happened and begin to ascend the staircase. It’s as if everything inside me has shut down.

I push open the doors to find a servant in the throne room, busy with his cleaning duties.

“Bow,” I instruct softly, causing the boy to kneel. Then, I turn my attention to the golden throne. I ascend the steps with a steady stride, a smirk playing on my lips as I trace my finger over the golden throne.

The sound of the doors opening causes me to glance over my shoulder.

“Why are you there?” Dimitri’s grandfather questions, his gaze stern as he looks at me.

“Me?” I return his gaze with a smirk. “Can’t you see? I’m simply occupying my rightful place.”