Chapter 28: The brother-in-law

Soon, there would be an important ceremony in the kingdom. Ramses, as the pharaoh, obviously needed to be there. He really did not look happy when he had to leave his brother and wife alone...

The two of them took place on the golden bench in the garden, alone, as Nefera had decided that playing with Neferet in her room would be funnier than spending time with her mother and uncle. The sun was shining and the flowers were growing, just like they did every day in the queen's beautiful garden. Queen de Nile was fascinated every time she looked at the wonders of nature.

„And? How is it going with the baby?" Her brother-in-law asked, carefully placing his hand near hers.

She sighed. „Ah, well. We are all very happy for the baby to come... Ramses is hoping for a boy, but that is honestly the last thing I care about. I just wish my baby to enter this world healthily. Health is an unbelievably precious gift."

„Yes, I agree with you. Ramses can be so headstrong at times. He should think of you more. Your wishes and, and, desires." He smirked just a bit.

„He means well, I know it. He is just hoping to be able to present this kingdom its new ruler soon."

„Hm. Is something wrong? Your beautiful face looks so sad today."

Dedyet smiled sadly. „Oh, it's just...well...Nefera. She doesn't really want a little sibling."

He raised an eyebrow. „She does not?"

„No..." She sighed.

„Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that." He pulled her into a hug, slightly aroused by feeling her chest on his. Right before she pulled away, he managed to place a kiss on her head.

Smiling weakly, Dedyet answered, „It's okay... But enough of me! How are you?"

„Oh, hun, you are always so caring." He looked her in the eyes.

Queen de Nile chuckled. „Well, of course. I want you to be happy."

He pulled her head closer to his, whispering in her ear, „I want you to be happy, too. You are everything I have."