The Reason for Marriage

Iveca couldn’t tell him that it was the first time that someone had reached out to her to go somewhere together, so she wanted to hold whatever hand that was given to her. When she didn’t answer, his voice continued.

“Of course, you are not the only one who is in danger. There aren’t any guards here, after all. If you wanted to draw a secret dagger and stab me with it, there is no way to stop it.”

“What are you saying…”

“Just because we’re married now, it doesn’t mean that the King and Queen naturally trust each other. We are all but strangers, after all. However, very naturally, I have found myself trusting you. And I have a feeling you trust me too. Like, say, a colleague would?”

Only then Iveca started to notice what he wanted to say.

“We are our only colleagues, Iveca, you and me. No other exists in the entire world. As much as I’ve lifted your status higher and made you lonely, I will always be there for you. To work with you.”

It was a promise that could only be made by someone who knew loneliness itself. As he spoke calmly about the ‘future,’ Iveca felt that the words were even more relatable and truthful than the wedding proposal. She knew it in her stomach; she had these same thoughts herself. Iveca felt her fingertips tingling strangely.

At the very least, he seemed to be a nice person who knew how to be kind to her.

Suddenly, Iveca was startled as she was bewitched by him, feeling her heart swell and begin to beat faster in her chest. Was this…

“So from now on, it’s okay if you’re a little clumsy. I trust you will do well. Please don’t feel burdened.” He turned to the right and pushed hard on the blocked wall. As the light poured in, she saw a staircase. He fixed his hold on her firmer, by clasping their hands together. “Shall we go up?”

The darkness was over.

***

“This is my bedroom.”

The room was spacious, but everything was neatly arranged. Rather than displaying random colourful items, neat and proper items were just placed where they needed to be. Iveca was a little surprised by the organized nature. She expected his room to be the opposite of him, somehow, but couldn’t place why.

“I’d like you to feel like you can come here whenever you want. Even if it’s just to avoid other people’s eyes.”

“Yes?”

Daniel laughed deeply as he looked into Iveca’s eyes, which flashed the embarrassment of her statement.

“Anytime. Whenever you miss me.”

He strode to a small table with a tea set, then poured some tea delicately. Iveca wondered if he refused her offer of tea because he wanted to pour one for her. However, on trying it she found herself a little disappointed; it was much tastier than the one she had.

There was a moment of silence.

“You can look around if you like. It’s not a place where just anyone can come in, you know.”

Daniel smiled at her. She nodded and woke up a little, allowing herself a casual walk around the room. She touched the flowers sitting in the vase for no real reason, and even snooped over his densely packed books. As she was thinking for a moment about what to talk about while visiting her husband’s bedroom, she blinked her eyes and spoke to break the awkward silence.

“Your Highness, it seems that you tend to go to bed early.”

“Pardon?” Daniel raised an eyebrow.

“To the extent that you seem to wake up early in the morning. But aren’t you tired if you wake up that early?”

Daniel smiled slightly and asked why she thought so.

“The magic orb by the bed is almost ten years old. If it’s not out of life, it means it’s rarely used during the night. And the fact that there’s no curtain in the window even though it directs to the east means you wake up when the sun comes up in the morning.”

Daniel laughed out loud at her quick explanation, but there was no malice in it. Instead of being startled and complimenting her ability to observe, he slowly stood up and wrapped her cheeks with both of his hands, obviously impressed.

“Our Lady from the Bureau of Investigation knows her stuff.”

He approached slowly and kissed her deeply. As the soft and cautious movement of his tongue gradually became rougher, Iveca became a little dizzy. The fragrant tea scent was infused deeply into the kiss. She broke away for a moment to look at him. Daniel always had a neat face, and his desire was not easily shown in those clear eyes. It was the first time since their first night that she saw a truly joyful expression on his face. The deeply sunken blue eyes were hazy, while his whole body leaned into her as if it was engulfed by desire. Her heart trembled when she thought that the change in him may have been her doing.

“Your Majesty…”

“I want you now, Iveca.”

“I…?”

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“No. I lied.” His eyes flashed playfully. He looked like he wanted to swallow her whole. “I wanted you the second we entered the room.”

“ I didn’t even realize…”

“A proper King knows how to show things at the right time.”

His voice was strained with the effort of wasting time talking. He had already endured the temptation of Iveca’s soft-scent and gentle skin for long enough, and Iveca was more than willing to give him what he wanted.

Once more, his lips met hers. Her soft lips did not refuse but opened slightly to accept him. His hands, which were still covering her cheeks, descended and wrapped her shoulders. He played with her tongue, and when she exhaled a faint moan came from her.