Chapter 73

VALKYRIE

I’m strolling through the sprawling rose garden, my eyes drawn to the clear blue sky overhead. It’s been five years since we relocated to Euticia, and every horde worldwide has followed suit.

The transition was tough at first. There were plenty of disagreements, but I managed to keep everyone in line. With my powers, it was easy to keep them in check.

Now, we have the elders forming our council, and the former kings and princes still hold their titles. But the only two rulers are Dimitri and me.

The Onyx Dragon and his queen, who was once a slave. I can’t help but smile, thinking about how far we’ve come. Dimitri has grown and changed so much, and I’ve learned to live each day as if it’s my last.

After settling here, Dimitri and I decided to delay my pregnancy. The knowledge of what it would bring was a heavy load to bear, but we prioritized everyone’s happiness.

And I still wanted Damian to find his family. Thankfully, he finally found his mate. A human, specifically, a princess from a neighboring kingdom.

I never thought I’d see him so happy. Now he has two dragons with her. Hybrids, to be exact, and twins. My dream.

I know Alarik’s prophecy will come true. I’ll only have one child, but I’m still happy. I’ll at least get to hold my little one.

I settle down on the grass, lying back to gaze at the sky. It’s summer, and the sun feels wonderful. I close my eyes, trying to relax, when a shadow blocks the sunlight.

Opening my eyes, I find Dimitri standing over me.

“Hi,” I greet him with a smile.

“What are you up to?” Dimitri asks, looking down at me.

“Just soaking up some sun,” I reply, giggling. “I thought you were busy.”

“I was,” Dimitri smirks. “But I have other plans now.”

He leans in to kiss me, and I laugh as he peppers my face with kisses.

“Stop it,” I tell him, looking up at him. His now-short black hair accentuates his chiseled features. I reach up to pull him closer.

Dimitri lets his full weight rest on me, burying his face in the crook of my neck. I giggle at the sensation of his breath on my skin.

“It tickles,” I mumble, laughing.

“I know,” Dimitri replies, smiling. Then I feel his lips on my neck. He plants soft, feather-light kisses down my neck, trailing down to my chest. He tugs at my dress, and I squeal.

“What are you doing?” I ask, surprised.

“What do you think?” Dimitri murmurs as he sucks on my nipple. I bite my lip as his other hand moves to my leg. He lifts it, positioning himself between my legs.

I can feel his hard cock against my wet pussy. “Dimitri, we’re outside,” I whisper.

“I made everyone leave the garden and this side of the palace,” Dimitri tells me. I stare at him, shocked. Is he serious?

He tugs at my dress, ripping it. “DIMITRI!” I exclaim. He just laughs in response.

He takes off his shirt and leans down. Our bodies press together, and I can feel his warm chest against mine. He looks down at me, his eyes filled with love.

“Have I told you how much I love you?” Dimitri asks, making me tense. We haven’t spoken those words since we parted ways years ago.

We both know it, but we never say it out loud. I shake my head, looking away.

“I love you, Valkyrie,” Dimitri says suddenly, making me look at him, blushing. I feel overwhelmed as I meet his golden gaze.

“I love you so much that I don’t know what I’ll do the day you’re gone,” he adds. My eyes sting with tears, and my heart pounds in my chest. I know we only have a limited time together.

Swallowing hard, I manage a nervous smile. “I love you, Dimitri,” I say, tears streaming down my cheeks. “I love you so much.”

Without a word, Dimitri leans in to kiss me. I wrap my arms around him, pulling him closer until I can hardly breathe.

He pulls back, breathless, his eyes filled with desire. He undoes his trousers, then pulls down my undergarments.

I gasp as he enters me. I close my eyes and moan as he thrusts deep, stretching me. Dimitri moves slowly, his rhythm steady. I open my eyes, locking onto his.

Dimitri never looks away from me. We move together, my moans growing louder. I can feel him growing inside me as he starts to moan. The only sounds in the vast garden are our grunts and moans.

Dimitri reaches for my nipple, sucking on it. His gentle bites make me arch my back as waves of pleasure wash over me.

Feeling my orgasm approaching, Dimitri quickens his pace. He takes my hands, placing them above my head as he hovers over me.

He thrusts until he hits my walls. I cry out his name as my body shakes. My orgasm rips through me, and I scream his name. His own climax follows.

He comes inside me, his cock twitching. I pant as he collapses onto my chest. I close my eyes, drifting off to sleep.

I hear him whisper, “I love you,” in my ear. Smiling, I fall asleep.

***

I’m sitting on the floor of the chamber, watching the trees sway. A warm breeze brushes against my skin, and I sigh contentedly.

Hearing the sound of wings flapping, I open my eyes to see Alarik. His gaze is fixed on me.

“Are you doing okay?” I ask, smiling.

“Better than you, my queen,” Alarik replies, making me chuckle. I know what he’s referring to. I woke up feeling nauseous today.

I can feel that I’m pregnant, which means Alarik’s prophecy is starting to unfold.

“Am I?” I ask, seeking confirmation of what I already suspect.

Alarik lies down on the spacious balcony, his gaze never leaving mine. I rest my head against the wall, meeting his stare. He smiles weakly, then huffs.

“Yeah,” Alarik admits, avoiding my gaze. I tilt my head, puzzled. Something’s off.

“Alarik?” I question, but he doesn’t meet my eyes.

“You’re something else,” he grumbles. “I can’t believe you’ve done it again.”

“Done what again?” I ask, sitting up straighter. Alarik just shakes his head and grumbles under his breath.

“Back then, when I said you couldn’t tame me, you did. You proved your powers are beyond anything I’ve ever seen. And now…” Alarik trails off, huffing in disbelief, “you’ve done it again.”

“And what exactly have I done this time?” I ask, intrigued.

He glances at me from the corner of his eye. A moment of silence stretches between us before he finally speaks.

“You’re carrying twins. A boy and a girl,” Alarik grumbles. His words hit me like a ton of bricks. I sit up, a smile spreading across my face.

“I’m having twins?” I ask, disbelief coloring my voice.

“Yes, and they’re strong ones. Congratulations, queen, you’ve done it again,” Alarik says. I jump up, excitement bubbling over. Without waiting for Alarik, I dash out of the room.

I need to find Dimitri. I need to tell him. Bursting into his office, I throw myself into his arms. Everyone in the room stares, taken aback by my sudden entrance.

“Valkyrie?” Dimitri asks, holding me in his lap.

“I’m pregnant,” I whisper. I feel Dimitri stiffen. “I’m pregnant with twins!” I exclaim.

Dimitri pulls back, looking at me in shock. His eyes are wide, his mouth agape. I can’t help but laugh nervously at his reaction.

“Really?” Dimitri breathes.

“Yes,” I nod, tears welling up in my eyes. “We’re having twins.”

Dimitri stands, lifting me with him. He hugs me tightly and shouts, “Yes!” I laugh, looking around at the surprised faces. Everyone expected me to have just one.

But now, with twins on the way, maybe I can break the prophecy.

Time flies, and soon it’s time for me to give birth. My huge belly makes it difficult to walk.

“You’ll be okay,” Calandra reassures me as I groan in discomfort. The twins are taking their sweet time, even though my water broke two hours ago. I’ve been pacing the room, cramps shooting through my lower abdomen.

“Shit,” I curse, gripping Calandra’s hand tightly.

“Breathe, Valkyrie,” Calandra advises, smiling. I shoot her a glare. This is the worst. I close my eyes, biting my lip as another cramp hits me.

After hours of agony, I finally give birth. The babies’ cries fill the room as I laugh through my tears. I can’t believe it. They’re finally here.

Exhausted, I reach out for them. Calandra and Michael are here with me, along with the other two queens who have given birth multiple times.

I smile at the babies. Hearing the double doors open, I look up to see Dimitri, tears streaming down his face. He rushes over and kisses my forehead.

“Look,” I say, showing him the twins. A healthy boy and girl are crying their hearts out. Dimitri starts crying too, resting his forehead against mine.

“Thank you,” Dimitri whispers, kissing me.

“For what?” I mumble, exhausted.

“For being here. For being there that night on the cliff,” Dimitri says, chuckling. “If it weren’t for those assholes, I don’t think I would have ever found you. So, thank you for everything.”

Tears well up in my eyes again as I kiss him.

“What should we name them?” Dimitri asks. I clear my throat and look at our babies.

“Briony and Maximus.”

—The End—

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