Chapter 13

With his own anger rising, Balder the Beautiful roughly grabs Astrid by the arm before dragging her back to her bedchamber. He conjures a rune cuff then slaps it onto her wrist, minimizing her power. "You will not ruin this for me! I am Balder the Beautiful! The most blessed god of Asgard and you are lucky to have me as your future husband. You will comply or I will kill everyone you know and love."

With his rant over, the man-child goes to kiss her on the forehead before leaving and backing the door behind him. The brunette quickly heads back to the banquet hall. "Your future queen is not feeling well. Please eat and enjoy the evening." A servant recommends before leaving Balder to his musings. He doesn't bother to undo Astrid's magic as the nobles look at him in both fear and confusion.