Drabble – Abuse II

"Speaking of abuse, I don't have to put up with any from anyone, I am the King you know."

The laughter coming from the couch on the other side of the room grew louder.

"I can have you tried for treason, you know."

The laughter now came from the floor in front of the couch.

"You can be replaced in a second, is that what you want?"

Tears mixed with full-fledged laughter filled the room.

"Keep it up and your punishment will only get worse."

Hephaestion squeaked out a very weak…"promise."

Followed by a very husky…"when do we start."