Hi readers!
Virtue01 Review:
"I really love this chapter and the fun they had trying out Zip lining. Although Maxon was nervous at first he was encouraged by America and Maxon says he only jump off knowing that she was waiting for him on the other side. I love the idea about loosing the ring and Maxon finding it the proposal was very touching. I totally agreed with you about America been call Ames by most of her family especially May and that why Maxon calls her Ames. Thank you for the update I did not see my review on chapter 15 looking forward to the next chapter have a lovely day"
WriterQueen123 Response:
I'm so glad you liked the chapter! I'm so sorry for the review mixup - I never received your comment for that chapter. It isn't anywhere on my page and I didn't get a notification that it was ever posted. If you ever have any questions I'd love to answer them and read your wonderful words so I hope this problem doesn't occur again. Thank you so much for continuing to read and review consistently!
xoxowb4ever Review:
"ahhh! came here the second i got the notification ;) it's so good, love that you're (somewhat) updating regularly! kept me on my toes on the part where America lost her ring :) can't wait for the next one!"
WriterQueen123 Response:
I'm so happy that you're excited! I try to update as often as I can, though it can be hard to find time while I'm motivated with everything going on in my life. Thank you!
bja133 Review:
"Time to have some fun before it is back to ruling a country"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Very true! Thanks for commenting!
Maxerica4ever Review:
"I really enjoy reading you're fanfiction! I find it super realistic and you portray the characters so good! I am also glad that you kept Anne alive. Thanks for this amazing story️️"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you so much! It means a lot that you think I represent the characters well.
Guest Review:
"That was a really cool plot twist at the end. I would've never thought of that. LOVED IT"
WriterQueen123 Response:
Thank you! I thought it was a really fun idea too, especially since when Maxon was injured, he never got to "formally" propose to America.
MerSingeer Review:
"Are you going to update? Cuz its not really the ending I was waiting for"
WriterQueen123 Response:
I'm definitely going to continue updating this story for the next few years of Maxon and America's life. What are you waiting for?
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"Hey," Maxon said as I woke up. Somehow, I had ended up in his comfortable arms instead of on my pillow. I wasn't complaining.
"Hi," I mumbled sleepily. My gaze focused on Maxon's soft, chocolate eyes.
"You know what I want to do today, for the last day of our honeymoon?" he asked with a low chuckle.
"I bet I can guess," I smiled slyly.
"Stay in bed all day with you." Maxon kissed my lips slowly, his warm breath sending shivers down my exposed back.
"I knew it," I whispered, my lips ghosting across his teasingly. He took my hand and massaged it slowly, spreading warmth to my tingling fingertips. Maxon kissed each of my fingers delicately as I sighed in pleasure. When he was done, he started a trail of kisses up my arm and across my neck. Finally, Maxon reached my mouth. I knotted my fists in his golden hair as we kissed.
The flutter in my stomach grew to desire, deep inside of me. I was so happy to finally have all of Maxon.
Suddenly, Maxon's phone rang. I almost jumped in surprise. Maxon groaned, pulling away from me reluctantly.
"I wonder who it is," he said, annoyed. "I told the advisors not to contact me, and they've done fine for two weeks."
I exhaled deeply. "Just ignore it," I begged, but the beeping continued relentlessly. Maxon got up steadily and picked up the phone.
"Hello?" he answered. I couldn't hear the muffled reply. Maxon's eyes grew wide. "We'll be there as soon as possible," he promised.
"What was that?" I asked quickly when Maxon put the cell phone down.
"Marlee's having her baby!" he answered joyfully.
"Yes!" A smile lit up my face with happiness for my best friend. I had almost forgotten that she would give birth soon. "We need to go right now!" I hopped out of bed with fresh motivation and slipped into a light, knee-length pastel yellow dress. I got ready and packed my suitcase swiftly as Maxon did the same.
The guards discreetly stationed around the house had been notified of our sudden departure and were ready with our car outside. Maxon and I kissed one last time as we prepared to leave our New Zealand home.
"This was the best honeymoon I could have asked for," I said with a grin. We had gotten to explore new areas, have fun on the beach, and feel like a normal, young couple for once. "And it's all because it was with you."
Finally settled on the royal private jet, Maxon and I got to relax. "You look so beautiful without any makeup on," Maxon noticed, brushing a loose strand of my hair away.
"I didn't have any time do it with the whole rush," I explained.
"I love it this way," he smiled.
For the next few hours, I snuggled closer to Maxon and we watched a new movie. We were served breakfast and lunch because we didn't have time to eat earlier. I was very disoriented with the time, but we ate dinner with champagne a little while later. At bedtime, I leaned my chair all the way back and tried to sleep, though it wasn't nearly as comfortable as a bed.
After what felt like a few minutes later, I jolted forward in my seat. Maxon caught me gently.
"We're landing, Ames," he said as I adjusted. I nodded and pulled my hair back in a ponytail, trying to look fresher. "You look like you've been awoken from the dead," he teased.
"Hey! I only slept for five seconds," I protested indignantly, playfully hitting his muscular shoulder. "What time is it?"
"Twelve-thirty," he answered. "We can get up now." Maxon and I unbuckled ourselves from the seats and exited the plane. We were driven to the palace in minutes, though I was biting my perfectly manicured nails the entire ride from anxiety about Marlee's labor.
I ran straight to the hospital wing with Maxon jogging behind me, holding my hand. Finally, we arrived and I knocked on the door.
"Your Majesties," a nurse greeted us with a quick curtsy. "Please come in." Dr. Ashlar was examining Marlee, and he gave a quick nod to Maxon and I as we stepped in.
"America!" Marlee gasped. I walked up to her and placed her light hand in mine.
"Hey, Marlee," I smiled. "How do you feel?"
"Like my insides are being torn apart," she joked. Right on cue, a big spasm hit Marlee and she doubled over in bed. I gripped her hand tightly as she struggled to catch her breath.
"How long have you been like this?" I asked sympathetically.
"Hours," she groaned. "My water broke, like, sixteen hours ago, and I'm still sitting here with contractions." I rubbed her hand gently as Dr. Ashlar gave Marlee a shot to ease the pain.
"You're so strong, Lady Marlee," he comforted her.
An hour later, Marlee's contractions increased with power and it was time for her to give birth. Marlee had begged for Maxon and I to stay, and Carter was right by her side the entire time.
"I can see the head," Carter said encouragingly, kissing his wife on the forehead.
"Push!" Dr. Ashlar ordered as Marlee panted heavily.
"I'm...trying," she grunted, squeezing her eyes shut as another contraction ripped through her body. At last, the little baby squeezed out. Dr. Ashlar lifted the baby softly and wrapped him in a little blanket.
"He's beautiful," Carter marveled, tears glistening in his eyes. I nodded in agreement, stunned by the magical moment beyond words.
"Amazing," I told Marlee as she was handed her baby boy.
"His name's Kile," Marlee sighed happily as she cuddled with the newborn. Maxon caught my eye, and I could read his glowing, excited gaze perfectly. We were expected to be next.