Chapter 35: Pregnancy and surprises…

Nearly 2 weeks have passed since the Balverine incident, a week since Angelia told her children she is having another baby. Such is life, things quickly fell back into its usual routine with Hannah-Rose ruling Albion with the same kindness Angelia applied when she ruled. The old hero queen just finished writing a letter to her daughter helping her with the wedding planning, of course her wedding to Reaver was very different no castles or proper etiquette to deal with. Smiling at the memory of her wedding dress Angelia finished her letter then made her way to their bedroom opening the wardrobe doors.

After sliding through the hangers she found her dress still looking as beautiful as the day she wore it. After admiring her dress Angelia had a further dig through seeing what else she hasn't worn in awhile, she eventually stumbled upon her more 'exciting' outfits one she hasn't worn for Reaver in awhile. With a cheeky smile she dug out the outfit laying it out on the bed, she looked in her journal for the time.

"I have some time before my beloved gets home" ("I'm sure he'll appreciate this surprise")

Angelia changed into her outfit, a short black dress that finishes mid-thigh the skirt flared out which she filled with a short white petticoat. Finishing off the outfit with stockings, suspenders, her black high-heeled court shoes and her felt gloves dyed white. The dress has two thin straps on each shoulder supporting a deep 'V' neckline. Giving a twirl in front of the floor length mirror Angelia smiled admiring her reflection she didn't have long before her husband returned from Bowerstone Industrial. Moving from their bedroom Angelia made her way to one of the reception rooms that had a drinks cabinet, pouring a dry martini Angelia waited patiently. She did think where Treacle had disappeared off to but she knew the dog was around probably asleep in front of one of the fireplaces.

Suddenly noises coming from the other side of the door caught her attention, it was unmistakably Reaver talking to their butler. He turned the door handle entering the room Angelia was in she quickly turned her back to the door staring at the drink she's made. When Reaver entered the room he spotted the woman wearing a very short skimpy dress, the blue will lines trailing down her legs and over her arms gave it away that it was Angelia but still Reaver played along.

"Well, well what do I have here?"

With a slight bend at the hips to grab the drink deliberately making her dress rise, Angelia slowly turned walking up to Reaver handing him the glass taking his hat and cane.

"Please make yourself comfortable… Master"

"Oh you are a tease"

"Ssh now sit"

"Bit bossy for a maid aren't we"

Reaver used his free hand caressing the soft skin under her skirt just above her stockings he was about to move his hand around but she caught his wrist.

"Ah, ah not yet"

Pulling his tempting hand away Angelia guided Reaver to sit on the nearest sofa. Once sat down Angelia moved to put her husbands cane and hat somewhere safe. He eyed his wife watching her walk away smirking into his glass as he took a sip, whilst her back was turned he slipped off his gloves placing them on the edge of the sofa. When Angelia turned round she spotted the gloves eyeing her husband with a seductive smirk, as she swayed her body whilst she walked Reaver moved his gaze from her to the gloves then back to her. With a devilish smirk he used his free hand to flick his gloves onto the floor.

"Oops" His voice dropped an octave lower as he teased his wife taking another sip of the hard alcohol.

Biting her bottom lip subconsciously Angelia rolled her eyes bending over to retrieve the gloves off the floor. As she bent over Reaver sat forward leaning his head down so he could look up her legs, and up her dress. He quickly sat back finishing off his drink when she stood straight again. With his drink finished he put it down on a nearby end table then lunged for his wife, placing his firm hands on her hips he dragged her down so she'd straddle him.

"Mmm I must say I do enjoy this side of you my dear"

"*giggles* And what side is that dearest husband" Leaning forward Angelia brushed her lips against his then gently bit his bottom lip pulling away slowly releasing his lip with a soft moan.

"HmMmm this side of you… This attentive, kind, sexy, arousing side of you"

"Oh you do flatter me"

"Always my seductive wife"

A dark laughter bubbled up inside Angelia as she bit her lip to stifle the chuckle, then as quick as lightning she dropped the gloves she was still holding then pushed Reaver's coat down. She pushed it mid way down his arms so he was trapped.

"But kind? Haha I don't think so"

"Oh Angelia"

"HmMm ooh Reaver..."

With Reaver now unable to touch her Angelia captured his lips immediately plunging her tongue into his willing mouth. Their tongues did a dance of dominance sliding against one another revelling in the taste of each other. Moving closer to her husband Angelia used her thighs to keep Reaver pinned down using her free hands to undress the rest of him as best as she could. She started slowly untying his black silk bowtie distracting him with her deep kiss, but as the material came away from Reaver he chuckled deeply pushing his tongue deeper into her mouth. She removed her own gloves tossing them aside as her fingers ran through his gorgeous dark luscious locks weaving her fingers deeper to the scalp she pulled him back. This made Reaver's penis spring to life his erection throbbed hard in his underwear as his wife dominated him. Yanking him back by his hair broke the kiss but exposed his neck, Angelia homed in on his tempting exposed neck leaving a trail of nips and kisses starting at the base then working her way up leaving a trail of sharp nips along his chin making Reaver's erection strain painfully hard in his trousers.

"By the gods, Angelia you are such a minx… I want you, now!"

"Mmm all in good time darling, I'm not done with you yet"

Keeping one hand weaved in his hair her other hand made short work of his trousers undoing them just enough for her to slip her hand in wrapping her delicate fingers around his stiff erection. The second her hand came into contact with Reaver's penis he shuddered releasing a breathless moan ("If this is her pregnancy hormones doing this I need to bottle it"). Angelia started slowly moving her hand up and down pumping her husband's erection relishing in the feeling as his penis twitched and pulsated in her hand. Removing her hand from his hair allowing him to look at her again made Angelia so wet, he gazed at her with unbridled passion that same lust-filled look he always gave her just before he ravaged her ruthlessly. Squeezing her fingers tighter around his penis made Reaver gasp with a deep groan of desire he threw his head back panting as she tormented him with her skilled fingers.

Dragging her tongue from the base of Reaver's neck to his chin caught his attention as he looked at her again then snapped his mouth against her's. Though his arms were trapped he still leant into the kiss using his adept tongue to tempt and tease hers then sucked on her tongue pulling her closer to him as they both moaned heavily. Keen to speed things up Reaver's penis started producing his own slick excitement coating Angelia's fingers which gave Reaver a slippery treat as her talented fingers slid around his throbbing member. She pulled her hand up to the tip using her thumb she teased the tip of his penis watching as Reaver panted hard moaning for more.

"Good gods Angelia, that feels so good… don't stop"

Before Angelia got completely lost in the moment she heard a smash ("that sounded like glass"), not wanting Reaver to turn his lust to rage she slipped off of him earning a disappointed huff from her husband.

"Mmm you just wait right there *wink* I'll be right back"

Using the drink as an excuse Angelia grabbed the glass sauntering her way across the room leaving Reaver trapped around the arms by his coat with his hair a mess and his trousers open with a sticky wet patch on the front of his underwear.

"Angelia…" It was supposed to sound lustful but she could hear the strain in his voice, he needed her.

"Reaver *wink*"

Leaving the room shutting the door behind her Angelia moved to another bar area that was in the current room. She made another martini waiting to see if the intruders would reveal themselves.

One of the bandit thugs eyed the tall slim woman elbowing his colleagues to check her out in that short dress. Thinking she's just some floozy they came out of their hiding spots pulling out their weapons, a click of a gun loading caught Angelia's attention. She turned around doing a fake gasp of surprise then spotted the symbols on their clothes it was a few bandits from Saker's group.

"Oh no bandits! Whatever will I do?" Being hugely sarcastic Angelia leaned back against the bar bending one of the legs to make her look like some helpless damsel in distress as well as looking seductive too.

"Now, now there's a good little maid. How's abouts you let my buddies and I have a go then we won't kills you, eh? How about it sweetheart?"

Angelia burst out laughing unable to keep a straight face. "Really? Do you hear yourselves? Does that line ever work on women?"

"What you trying to say bitch?!"

"You're part of Saker's crew aren't you? I'm sure he wouldn't be happy with this"

"Yous forgettin' the was part luvie, we was with Saker… not now"

"Tsk such a shame"

"Now don't fret luv me and my buddies will take good cares of yous"

"Haha I don't think so"

On the other side of the door Reaver was becoming inpatient, after another minute he shuffled out of his coat properly doing his trousers back up in case it's company that's delaying his wife. As Reaver approached the door he heard her laugh then picked up on the sarcastic undertones, whoever she was talking to was not welcomed. Very slowly Reaver opened the door just a crack to see what's going on, he saw Angelia leaning against the bar looking incredibly sexy then saw the bandits who've obviously broken into his home ("first the resistance and now this?"). When one of the bandits mentioned having their way with Angelia Reaver saw red, he pulled out his dragonstomper about to burst into the room and murder them all but the sound of a gun caught his attention.

As the bandits started stalking closer to Angelia she scoffed at their feeble attempts at a break-in then reached around behind her using one hand to caress under her skirt she grabbed what she wanted. The bandits were distracted by her hoisting her skirt feeling under her thigh to notice she pulled out her master clockwork pistol. Before they could take aim she shot each one in the head with perfect precision. Once dead the door slowly swung open revealing Reaver holding his gun but looking at his wife in mild shock and amusement.

"Such a temptress, Mmm I must have you"

"But Reaver sweetie, what about your drink?"

"Fuck the drink… Or better yet fuck you"

"Ooh Reaver"

He slid his gun into its holster then picked up Angelia by her thighs, she wrapped her ankles across his back as he carried her back into the room they were in. When they reached the sofa Reaver sat down letting her get comfortable straddling him again, turning behind her Angelia placed her gun on the table then turned her attention back to Reaver. They both looked at each with a lust-filled gaze making each other yearn for one another. Reaver quickly captured her lips against his as he placed his hands on her thighs feeling the soft material of her stockings slowly caressing his way up her thighs. He toyed with the lacy top of her stocking feeling her soft skin underneath then pinged one of her suspenders making it snap against her skin earning a startled gasp and moan from his wife. Continuing up under her skirt Reaver caressed both hands at the top of her thighs moving downwards stroking his thumbs along the crease between her thighs and her sex. When he moved across he moaned deeply pulling away from the kiss moving down to bite her neck hard making Angelia shiver with desire as her body sent pleasurable tingles across her body.

"My dear, did you forget something?"

"Hmm, *gasps* Ooh definitely not"

She wrapped one arm around his neck whilst the other she moved over the back of his hand guiding him to her wet silken sex, she parted one of his fingers moving his hand with her own trailing over her wet folds. Moving her hand away to join her other hand around her husbands neck, Reaver continued on parting the wet folds of her womanhood basking in her wanton moans as she begged for more. Using one hand to caress across her folds Reaver angled his other hand so his thumb could toy with her sensitive bud. Angelia moaned deeply as she arched her back moving her hands to his shoulders digging her fingers in. As Reaver studied his wife's expression drinking in her erotic look of desire, committing it to memory, he slipped his other hand down pushing two fingers between her wet folds slipping into her silky depths making Angelia tense up with ecstasy. Now Reaver was greedily pulling forth her pleasure as he caresses her bud and pumped his fingers into her building Angelia up to a dual-orgasm.

"Ooh yes, yes, yes… Reaver baby Ooh my gods please, I'm so close"

"Oh-ho yes you are! Well then, go on my little minx come for me… come for you master"

"Ooh Reaver yes!"

Reaver could feel her walls clenching against his fingers as they are soaked from his ministrations, the clenching became more frequent then Angelia moaned hard arching her back as she came. Her body trembled as her husband continued to play with her enjoying her body's movement as it becomes hyper-sensitive. He pulled his tempting hands away biting his lip he looked at her like she was his dinner ("Now there's a thought…"). He brought a hand to his lips as he licked his fingers that were moments ago buried deep inside his wife making her moan.

"Mm Reaver honey, you certainly know how to satisfy me *wink*"

"HmMm, honey? Now there's a thought…"

"What are you- Oh Reav baby…"

Reaver couldn't resist he need to taste the source of her sweetness, that tempting addictive taste of hers especially just after she's orgasmed it tastes all the sweeter. Leaning back Reaver pushed her gun out of the way so she wouldn't lie on it then proceeded to lie her down on the low table behind her. In this new position Angelia rested her feet on the edge of the sofa as she spread her thighs apart letting her skirt fall bunching up around her waist exposing herself to her husband. With a deep feral growl Reaver moved to the edge of the sofa slipping off onto his knees, he caressed her thighs pushing more of her dress fabric out of the way he dragged his tongue between her folds enjoying the sweet taste of her. Angelia pushed her head back arching her spine as Reaver basically spelled out the alphabet with his tongue on her very sensitive bud. Moving his hands across her thighs Reaver pinned her down as he sucked on her bud making Angelia arch her back then sit up as she orgasmed over and over again, her skin flushed pink across her neck and chest.

"Ooh Reaver… Yes! Oh fuck yes, I'm coming oh gods yes I'm-*gasps*"

As her thighs trembled from the after effects of her orgasm Reaver pulled away wiping his mouth with his hand crawling up onto the table admiring his wife panting and writhing beneath him. He lowered his head down kissing along her neck and chin before giving her a sensual soft kiss on the lips. Angelia gave her husband a seductive look gently pushing him back he came to a stand helping Angelia up. She then undid his trousers pushing them down to expose his manhood then playfully pushed him back landing on the sofa again. With a playful wink she straddled him lining herself up then slowly sinking down letting her soaking wet folds engulf his hard erection as he slides deep inside of her earning a choked moan of surprise.

"Angelia darling, my gorgeous wife…"

"Heh, yes husband dearest"

"I want you… no I need you, I love you"

"Mmm I love you too Reaver"

Starting off slow until she got her rhythm right Angelia moved up and down, pulling up almost to the point where Reaver's penis would almost come out but then she'd sink herself down hard enjoying how his penis would throb inside of her. Soon Reaver became inpatient she needed to move faster his erection was throbbing so much it was almost too much to bear. Angelia did speed up bouncing up and down rolling her hips as she went driving Reaver mad as he own release tittered on the edge. He shuffled forward to the edge of the sofa wrapping his arms around his wife then he quickly caught her off guard as he laid her back on the low table giving him the control as he ruthlessly pounded into her hard.

"Ooh Reaver, yes, yes, more, more… ooh please fuck me"

"Gods, you are mine Angelia… No one can ever have you except me"

"Mmm I love it when you're possessive"

"MmHm oh do you now? Well *thrusts deeper* I own you…"

"Ooh yes you do…"

"Only I can make you feel like this *another deep thrust*"

"Oh Reav darling fuck…"

"You are my world my beloved and I own your world *speeding up the thrusting*"

"Ooh yes you do Reaver, my sexy husband… Ooh my gods, avo! Reaver I'm going to come…"

"*growls* Yes, come for me my sweet"

With her chest moving up and down with every delicious breath as her husband drove into her hard and deep, Angelia felt a strong orgasm building up inside of her. After hearing Reaver's possessive rapture of love sent Angelia skyrocketing as she released arching her back moaning her lover's name over and over again. The deep rippling squeeze his wife's walls were providing sent Reaver to the edge too as he grunted thrusting deeply a few more times moaning with a gasp he came too filling her up with his hot seed. They laid there for a few minutes before a cramp in Reaver's leg motioned them to move, as Reaver slid out of his wife she gasped trembling as a few little jolts of pleasure shot through her. With a dark rumbling chuckle Reaver held out a hand for his wife helping her come to a stand.

"Mm now that's how I want every greeting with you my dear sensual temptress"

"Even the rude guests?"

"Ha, especially the rude guests… seeing you handle them left me positively tingling all over. Mm the way you handle that gun, *sigh* I just want to have you again my dear"

"Ooh Reaver baby, calm yourself… besides you left your drink in the other room *wink*"

"Hm now I was distracted by something… alas what was it *smirks*"

"Har har very funny Reav"

After they tidied themselves up Angelia and Reaver walked into the other room, there wasn't an ounce of disturbance. The staff worked quickly to tidy up the mess, although the broken window couldn't be fixed in a hurry, but Angelia knew their butler was probably already speaking with a supplier right now to get it fixed by dinner.

Reaver grabbed his martini taking a slow sip then pulled his wife close to him so her body was flushed against his. He kissed her hard enjoying her body as she shivered when the cold alcohol touched her lips, a drop won't hurt the baby but she's not going to have a glass for herself. Pulling away Reaver slipped his hand in Angelia's as they entwined their fingers together they walked through their home heading towards the study. Reaver untangled his fingers from his wife's as he sat at the desk reading some letters addressed to him, Angelia was about to ask their butler to send off the letter she wrote to her daughter but Reaver waved her over. Once close enough he quickly grabbed her placing her on his lap, he continued to work whilst she remained sat on his lap, she placed a soft kiss on his cheek.

"I love you Reaver"

"I love you too Angelia… Now stop distracting me *wink*"

"Haha you tempting scoundrel"

"Only for you my dear"

Chapter 36: I didn't know you liked… Oh?

Angelia was curled up in bed reading some letters she received from her friends. The first was from Hammer and Garth telling her the children missed her terribly and she needs to visit soon or they'll visit her. The second letter was from Karl and Rupert, since Angelia is back in Albion they begged her to visit the farm since it's been so long or they'll come to her. The third Angelia didn't recognise the handwriting but when she started reading the letter she gasped.

Dear Sparrow,

I know it has been many years since I last wrote to you. The kind man who knows our family says I can't send too many because of where we are, I'm sorry I cannot tell you where that is exactly as I don't know myself. I'm writing because I heard from my odd hooded friend what you have done, I'm so proud of you.

I can't believe you managed to live in the castle! And become queen, I knew you were destined for great things little Sparrow. I'm sorry you lost it all when you were overthrown, I shouted at my friend here begging him to let me help but he said it was too dangerous.

I'm glad you got the throne back and gave it to you daughter! Thank you for keeping me alive in your memories by naming your daughter Hannah-Rose. It's a shame I'll never see your children Hannah-Rose and Logan I've been told they are beautiful children, taking after their mum and dad. I had a feeling you'd be a great mum.

I love you little Sparrow, please stay safe.

Love,

Rose

"Oh Rose, I miss you terribly" a few stray tears trickled down her cheek, Treacle was nearby she hopped onto the bed licking her mistresses arm making a sad whimpering sound.

"It's ok Treacle, I'll be alright" She ruffled the dogs fur clicking her fingers pointing towards to door.

"C'mon you, Reav won't be happy with you climbing on the nice expensive bedding"

"Woof woof"

"Hmm yes, yes alright I'm up"

Climbing out of bed Angelia slowly made her way to their ensuite getting ready for the day, she's on her 9th month of her pregnancy. The medical team she used when Hannah and Logan were born were ecstatic to hear she was having another baby and happily accepted to be by her side with this child. As Angelia got dressed she made her way to the dining room, Reaver had already gone to the castle to discuss more financial plans with the queen (his daughter). As Angelia sat at the table the staff passed through placing down a cup of tea and her breakfast of poached eggs on toast. After her breakfast Angelia dug out her journal writing down a few thoughts, namely everyones age. Being immortal meant time can run away a bit and before you know it 100 yrs have passed.

"Well I know I'm… 66.9yrs old, whoa didn't realise it was that high. Ah but saying that *muttering* ha Reav is 153.9yrs old"

She moved from the dining room to one of the drawing rooms sitting down on the soft cushioning of the chaise lounge. Opening the page she was one Angelia continued her calculation ("Hm Hannah-Rose is 21.9yrs old, that means Logan is 26.9yrs old. Oh poor Jasper he's 65.9yrs old. Hm but then again Karl would be 56.9yrs old and Rupert 55.9yrs old. That means Anna is 34.5yrs old. The triplets are 4.9yrs old. Hannah told me Ben's age a few years back which means he's 24.9yrs old"). She shut her journal slipping it back into her satchel when their Butler knocked on the door.

"Ahem excuse me Mrs. Bloodstone but you have visitors"

"Visitors? Ok thank you"

"You are most welcome my lady"

Angelia walked towards the front lobby where you first walk in from the front door, she stopped dead in her tracks smiling brightly.

"Karl? Rupert? What are you doing here!?" She ran up to the two men wrapping her arms around them in a big hug. They each patted her gently on the back returning their big smiles.

"We're here to visit you silly!"

"Yeah it was my thoughtful husband Karl's idea, since you know… you defeated the darkness saving us all again *wink*"

"Haha thanks Rupert, but you know it wasn't just me it was-"

"Yes, yes your drop dead gorgeous husband and your wonderful children helped. By the by that soldier Hannah's snagged *whistles* he is a handsome one"

"*gasped shock* Karl! You offend me so"

"Oh chill out darling husband Rupie, you know my eyes are only for you. But what's the harm in checking out the goods *pokes tongue out*"

"Avo, I've missed you both. C'mon, come in! As you can see we've got much to discuss"

Angelia grabbed them by the hands pulling them into the drawing room Angelia was in, once sat down she requested a cup of tea then turned to her guests telling them they can order what they want. Karl smiled then ordered a bloody mary Bloodstone style, Angelia laughed knowing her butler knows how to make it as she's already told him. Rupert was more reserved asking for a cup of tea too. Soon they had their drinks and Karl grilled Angelia on everything that's been going on.

"So you were kidnapped shortly after knowing you were pregnant again? By avo woman Reaver must want to keep you on a short leash"

"Hey! It wasn't my fault.. I followed a distressed man into the woods and…. Ok maybe I should've brought someone with me"

"You think?"

"Alright Mr. Sarcasm"

"Ignore him Angelia, it's Karl's age catching up with him he's getting more argumentative"

"I am not!"

"Point proven"

Karl lunged for his husband capturing his lips in a deep kiss, Rupert could taste the spicy alcoholic beverage on his husbands lips. As Karl pulled away Rupert blushed hard ignoring Angelia's smug look.

"What?"

"Oh nothing Karl… I just knew you two would be perfect for each other"

"Ha thanks Angelia"

"Don't mention it Rupert"

Once they finished their drinks Angelia asked Karl and Rupert if they wanted to see the garden. Karl expressed he wasn't even sure if this place had a garden because of how big the mansion is, Angelia rolled her eyes getting up slowly walking to the back of the mansion. She pushed open the two wooden grand doors which open out onto these beautiful gardens. The mansion gardens were made up into two sections separating the sections with a square grand fountain with water lilies floating on the water. One section had a seating area in the sun with a canopy that can fold out providing shade. The other section had high walled bushes which leads to a private secluded outdoor loveseat which a wooden arch over the seat with roses wrapped around the wooden frame. They walked over to the seating area enjoying the sunshine the butler asked if they wanted the same drinks again, they all nodded.

"So since you're almost ready to burst dear Angelia.. Have you and Reaver picked any names yet?"

That caught Angelia off guard, she truthfully hasn't thought of any names. "Um, no actually.. been so busy helping Hannah plan her wedding I haven't had the chance to think of any"

"You have time mum"

All three turned to see Logan at the top of the garden steps smiling as he walked down, he was wearing his new industrial outfit. No longer clad in his metal torso plate with a short cape and purple trouser with black boots. His new outfit is black trousers with black boots again but a grey fitted shirt paired with a black waistcoat which had a silver pocket watch tucked in the breast pocket clipped to the waistcoat by a silver chain. The outfit was finished off with a dark grey fitted trench coat with black guild seal patterns tracing the edges of the lapel of the coat and all around the belt, completed with black gloves Angelia looked at her son smiling seeing him as Logan a business entrepreneur rather than a prince.

"Logan sweetheart, I didn't know you were coming?"

"Thought I'd surprise you, dad is trying to force some policy that would save one of the factories money but Hannah isn't in a giving mood at the moment"

"Wedding stress, come, come sit with us"

Logan sat next to his mother looking at the two men she's talking to with curiosity.

"Do you remember us Logan? We've met a few times, I'm Karl and this is my husband Rupert… Anna's dads"

The penny dropped "Oh yes! I do apologise yes I do remember how are you both, how's Anna?"

"We're good and Anna is loving Samarkand. We didn't tell you she's become Garth and Hammer's babysitting for the triplets"

"Oh really? As long as she's alright with it. I know those three can be a handful"

As they all talked about each of their lives Angelia saw a new side to Logan a more fun-loving side to him. Karl also saw something he whispered something to Rupert who smiled and nodded, Logan did question what they were whispering about but Karl shook his head laughing. They all finished their drinks this time when they requested another round the butler informed Angelia her medical team are here to do her check up, she excused herself from the group as she went into the mansion. Back in the garden Logan drew quiet waiting for his mother to return, Karl looked at Rupert who mouthed 'ssh' but he ignored his husband.

"Logan… Can I ask you something personal?"

"Er I guess"

"How long have you known… you were… you know..."

Frowning at Karl, Logan wasn't sure what he was hinting at, Rupert sighed. "What my husband is trying and failing miserably at asking you, is are you gay?"

That caught him out, Logan choked into his drink thumping his chest to clear his throat. "I beg your pardon?"

"Oh don't take offence"

"Yeah and don't take a gate *wink*"

"Karl.."

"Sorry Rupie, well Logan… are you?"

"What makes you think I am?"

The two men rose their eyebrows in an unimpressed way pulling a straight you're-not-fooling-anyone face.

"I-I can't believe- Look I'm not… *sigh* I just" Logan put down his drink getting up pacing around the fountain a few times before sitting on the edge of the fountain looking at the two men.

"Logan, you can tell us. We won't tell Angelia if you don't want us to"

"Ok, ok *sigh* Yes alright I am… err that way inclined"

"How long have you known?"

"All my life?... Well I soon realised women didn't appeal to me and if a particularly nice man approached me I felt these feelings deep down"

"Are you still a virgin?"

"Karl! Must you be crude all the time, this is your best friends son you're talking to not some random person"

"Haha it's ok Rupert, it feels good to tell someone finally. Yes I am in that sense"

"In that sense?"

"I've had suitors approach me before and you know, kissed, hugged, got very close to the deed but I chickened out"

"Why?"

"I am the prince of Albion. Back then when that weasel Cartwright was pretending to be my father, I didn't want that wrath if he found out especially after what he put Hannah through with that Elliott lad"

"Don't worry Logan, you'll find someone"

"Thanks and yes please… don't mention this to my mum or dad"

"They won't be ashamed of you if that's what you're worried about"

"No, no it's just I don't have anyone in my life right now. I'd rather cross that bridge when I come to it"

Soon Angelia returned, Logan quickly went back to his seat enjoying his drink. Reaver also joined the others following Angelia outside. When Reaver spotted his guests drinking tea and such he scoffed rolling his eyes he called his butler over asking for a bottle of red. Angelia interjected reminded him she can't drink, he knew this asking for a glass of cranberry juice for his beloved. Once they all had their drinks Reaver sat next to Angelia shrugging off his coat, he already left his hat and cane indoors.

"May I propose a toast, to Angelia and our 3rd child. May he or she, grow up to be as kind and wonderful as my current children"

"Thanks dad"

In unison "Cheers!" As the glasses clinked together, Angelia with her glass of cranberry, Karl sipped his wine winking at Logan making the prince roll his eyes.

"What's with the eye roll Logan?"

"Nothing mum, just Karl winding me up"

Rupert elbowed him hard in the side "Ignore him Logan"

"Karl don't go teasing my children, you know I don't take kindly to wind ups"

"Ha! That I do know Reaver"

"Soo dad… how was Hannah? Did you approve you plan?"

"That sister of yours Logan, honestly! She can be so infuriating, refusing to budge on decisions…"

"Hm it went that well then?"

"Hah, cheeky. You sound like your mother"

"Hey"

As Reaver leaned closer to his wife kissing her softly Logan looked at his parents admiring the love they shared, he wanted that too.