Chapter 52

Queen Genevieve

They had spent at least an hour talking about what they were planning on doing and had agreed that Derek would take over of Thraas while Tobias was under protection.

He was going to send some Glidonia troops to protect its borders, towns, and the castle and take a few business trips to ensure everything was running smoothly.

He made a promise, and he will keep that promise; Genevieve also saw that while her husband presented the new troops, some of her sisters reacted weirdly. Edaline seemed like she was about to die, as if she was scared of something.

Fallon, on the other hand, had a slight smile as soon as Derek introduced the hunter; she was always the type of Romantic person but couldn't yet find her other half.

Maybe she will now, and then there was Hadley and Isla. Isla was probably mad with Tobias because all she did was look over at him but didn't say a word, but she tried to show no emotion when he said he wanted to return; she looked crushed.

But acting as if nothing happened but she was my sister, I could see her through her; since they came back from court, they didn't speak to each other.

Hopefully, they'll solve their problems soon. Maybe I should talk with them; after all, he won't be here forever; they should spend as much time as they can because they will have to be torn apart soon.

But hopefully, they'll unite again; then there was Hadley; I noticed she looked at the other boy was next to Derek, the guard.

It was pretty strange because Hadley was never a big fan of boys, probably because something happened to her like Edaline, but no one knew except for her and Isla; they are twins and share everything.

When everyone left the room, I decided to stay behind with Derek; I put Henry on the rug and let him play with his toys while I waited for him to finish talking with the new men.

"Well, I think that is it. I also have some new men in training; they will arrive this evening, but for now, you may walk around to get to know the palace a bit. Lunch is around two hours or in the dining room; I would love it if you guys would join us, but if you want, you can also eat with the rest of the guards." Said Derek.

As all the men nodded, one spoke before the rest.

"Derek, where would our dormitories be?" asked hunter Cole.

"Phoenix knows the palace better than anyone; he's been here for a while, and he will lead you to your stations with the rest; I recommend that Cole is close to the guards in case there is something he can inform them immediately. And Philip, I would love to station you next to their place as well, but it will be the first room of the hall." Said Derek.

The rest of the men nodded, made their way out of the room, and followed Phoenix to the destination.

"You did well, you know." She said to her husband. As he turned around to face her with Henry in his arms.

"Really? I feel like all this isn't real, like I don't think I can handle all this; I feel like I might fail all of you." Said Derek.

"You won't, Derek… I've known you since we were little kids. You're a fighter and a hero; you'll always be one, especially to your son and me; we believe in you, and so should you." Said Genevieve as Derek simply smiled at her and kissed her cheek.

"What would I do without you?" he asked as she giggled, and he took her lips.

Knock… Knock

Just then, they heard a knock at the door; Genevieve had an idea of who it could be.

"Come in?" said Derek.

The door opened to reveal the triplets warmed up and ready to head out.

"Duty calls, sorry…. I promised the triplets we would head out to the snow and play for a while." Said Genevieve to Derek.

"When was this? I'm not so sure that's a good Idea, Gen," said Derek.

"Come on, Derek, it's close to Christmas; besides, be alright, we won't be far, we'll be in the garden. Instead of being surrounded by flowers, it will be snow, and the twins are coming; why don't you come with us?" said Genevieve.

"I'm sorry, I can't. I have some work to do but meet me for lunch?" said Derek. She smiled and nodded as she kissed her husband before leaving.

"Queen Genevieve?" said a familiar voice; she turned around and saw Phoenix.

"Phoenix? What is it? Also, what have I told you about calling me, queen? You and my husband grew together; you two raised each other; we are family now; just call me Genevieve." Said Genevieve.

"Of course, Genevieve. I'm sorry, you've got a letter from Queen Delia." Said Phoenix as he handed her the envelope.

She and her husband had left the afternoon that court had ended by taking the emergency transportation, which was the flying carriages and arrived the next day as soon as Levi escaped. We had sent a messenger with news, and they had just responded.

"Is something wrong, Genevieve?" asked Kathleen.

"No, everything is fine. Delia is finally expecting and wants us to know, come on, let's go before it gets late." Said Genevieve.

She hated lying to her sisters, but they mustn't find out the threats; eventually, she wasn't lying that much Delia was finally expecting her husband after 3 years of marriage.

As they got outside, Genevieve noticed three new guards that had come out of training were already out, as if they were waiting for them.

Surely it was Derek who was behind all this; ever since Henry was born, he made sure they always had the same protection no matter what.

Genevieve had put down Henry, and he was playing with the snow; putting it in his mouth and trying to eat it was so adorable that he tried to stand up but fell.

He could stand up, but with support only, so she grabbed his hands as he walked for a bit, then looked up to see the triplets skating inside the frozen fountain.

They were still learning, so they didn't skate in the back with the rest of the girls because the speed they go they will make them fall; before my attention returned to Henry, I saw the twins out for a stroll as one of the guards made its way to them.

"Genevieve, can I talk to you?" said Fallon as I nodded and put Henry on my lap as we took a seat on the nearby chairs.

"What's wrong, Fallon?" said Genevieve.

"Well, it's about the meeting this early…" said Fallon as she got a bit nervous, but Genevieve knew what she wanted to ask.

"It's about the new hunter, isn't it? Cole?" said Genevieve while smirking.

"How did you know? I haven't told anyone yet?" said Fallon scared and worried.

"Because I saw how you looked at him and how he looked at you when Derek introduced him." Said Genevieve.

"So, do you think I should try to get closer to him?" asked Fallon, while Genevieve quickly chuckled.

"You, Edaline, and Isla must sort out these issues." Said Genevieve smiling.

"Alright then, thanks, Genevieve." Said Fallon as she left; Genevieve returned her attention to her son and the triplets.