Thread: Frost Bitten (Fantasy, Rough)

Chapter 7 Lidia felt the comfort of arms around her waist from behind her. Just from the cool air filling the void between them, the young woman knew it was Frost right then. The brunette leaned back into the larger body. A sigh left his lips as he leaned down, putting his nose to the top of her head allowing his cool breath the seep through the strands of her hair. He couldnt help but let his brows furrow as he felt his guest flinch. His human was clearly tense and he pondered even further if the whole thing could have been avoided. The young woman couldnt help but feel a tiny bit of guilt for the elders out come. That shame had her quietly trembling in his arms. Shhh, he hushed to try and calm her. Did I go to far, the prince asked in a muted manner. Lidia felt a bit shocked from his question but let out a subtle breath. We have harsh punishments were I come from but its a cruel thing what you did. The old woman Jack cut the female off with a grunt. Is alive. Conscious as well or it wouldnt be a severe reprimand. The imprisonment is average. I, at least didnt boil her in gold like some would. Shell be fine and will live out her hundred-year sentence. I dont think you quite understand the danger you were in either. For starters, she used suggestion. A forbidden magic in my lands. I passed the law to make merchants a bit more honest and customers safe from what could have happened to you. The fay continued to speak in a mere whisper and closed his eyes, enjoying her sweet scent. I acted on my own, Lidia rebutted but the brownies in front of her shook their heads. You think you did. Suggestions dont work like that. You dont know youve been enchanted. I can guess you never would have talked to a stranger down a dark alley way while your friends dont know where youve gone too. Such tricks dont work on us. Thats why we were able to help. Field spoke proudly with the blue pearl held over his head. A child like grin traced over his lips and it was clear he was pleased with himself. Jack gently chuckled as he ignored his guards enforcing his words. It turned out they used the old womans shop to destroy the creatures she had brought. An unnecessary loss of life but nothing he could do to avoid it. He still, however, wanted to have a chat with his captain. Lidia blinked. She thought that she wouldnt have gone earlier and Field had confirmed her feelings prior. Your fear of those blasted spiders had broken the spell. You must really fear them, Fen pointed out while fluttering in the air. I do I dont know why but I really cant do spiders. Even being in the same room freaks me out, the brunette stated with a tremble in her voice. The idea of the skinny legged creatures, was enough to send chills down her spine. Luckily she didnt have to explain herself. Frost made it clear they needed to get going. He informed the human female to say goodbye to her new friends while he stepped away a moment to check on his men. The goodbyes went well as they promised to show her around the markets another day. People gazed on as Frost returned and wrapped his arm around her, swearing to himself never to let go until they got inside his castle. The captain followed after barking orders to collect the goods that were brought. The two did as they were told and would stay up longer than their shift dictated. To their surprise so many items and creatures were being brought and which they began to catalogue and take names to reimburse the people who didnt even know they had spent their earnings on things they couldnt afford. Before long Lidia found herself walking up towards a large cathedral style castle. The building, or she would think was many built together, was enormous. Made of stone and thick ice, the massive structure clearly was like something from a fairy tale. The towers were nearly the double height of the trees that stood nearby in a thick forest. The entry hall, was just that, a long narrow corridor with a huge fire place at the end of it. Two guards stood at attention of every entry and exit. The were dressed in armor like one would see from a fantasy movie but they didnt have giant axes but instead had sheathed swords on each hip. Tall in nature, Lidia felt insignificant. The metal clinked as heels snapped together. It was like a domino effect as Jack walked his female guest past each opening in the hall. He guided her to the end. There the fay tugged off the fur cloak and let the warm air from the blue fire brush her bared skin. Lidia eyed the various paintings and tapestries that decorated the walls. Large weapons were mounted above some of the art work. Everything from maces to large lances, they seemed to have it all. The fire in the fireplace caught her eye, despite her new surroundings appearing from the middle ages. The flames were blue and she could have sworn she saw a face. She was so enthralled by the spirit that she hadnt realized Frost had stepped away from her side only to return with a purr in her ear. What are you looking at, the white haired prince asked as he leaned his body weight over the back of her shoulders. The force pushed Lidia to bend at the hip and she found large hands grabbing her hips to keep her balanced. Jack felt the curve of her rump fitting perfectly over his loins making him wish for more. His chest heaved a bit as he gained control again. His instincts, the creature swore, were running around outside his body. I I think theres something in the fire. I thought I saw white eyes and mouth appear before the blue hues changed to a darker color. Lidia couldnt help but let her voice crack in the situation she was in. The young woman could feel a slow arousal popping up under the protective cloth of her jeans. It was reminding her of what was really on the rulers mind and she would have no choice in the matter. Her throat went dry as she could feel her body shiver. The brunette wanted a choice but would it matter if she fought? Lidias thoughts were interrupted as she heard foot prints come close behind them. She stood when Frost removed his weight and stepped to the side of her. There she could see a pair of familiar blue orbs from earlier. They were peering from behind raven locks that fell just short of the captains brow. The gaze he gave her made her shudder once more and move behind Jack. You wished to have a word with me, he inquired as the prince frowned. I do, the white haired fay spoke. You treated my guest with ill will. I want an explanation. Frost was right to the point and it shocked Lidia. Somehow she felt the need to interrupt but didnt know how. The captain nodded after breaking his glare at the young woman, whose fingers reached out momentarily towards the angered male. You were out in the open sire and she was dawdling. I was only thinking of your safety. The guard didnt raise his tone. He continued to keep it low and smooth. Any sign of weakness and the fairy understood his prince would pounce with anger and violence. The officer recognized his masters signs of ire. It was best not to antagonize him or one would find themselves dead before hitting the floor. Of course shes going to be slow, Jack spoke harshly raising his tone enough to force the captain to flinch and make Lidia step away retracting her fingers. The captain thought she was going to be an idiot for a moment but had to give it to her for knowing not to interrupt or at least listening to her fear. This world is new to her. She has the right to see everything she so feels the need to see. If she wants to touch it, smell it, or even taste it, she can. I keep you around to do your job The prince paused to get nose to nose with his officer and lowered his voice angrily. Your job is to follow my orders and keep my people safe. Being a guest gives her as much right as any subject or citizen of mine. If she wishes to take things slow, you WILL allow it and if that woman bares any questions, you will answer her Jack turned on his heels and gazed at the pale woman with a faint glow of white from the light of the fire. Even in dirty clothes she was a bit of a looker. The distress in her hazel green orbs spoke to him louder than any of his council men. I have an idea. Ill give you a choice Demirr. You can either serve her for her duration here or let her pick out your punishment. Frosts gaze never parted from Lidias expression as confusion was written over her features. The raven haired fay knelt on one knee. I meant no harm, your majesty I only meant well. I will take any punishment she sees fit to deal out. Demirr lowered his eyes to the floor and withdrew his sword from its midnight leather sheath. He held it out flat with the blade resting in both palms. Lidia was beside herself. Uhhh, was all that left her lips. C..Can I be honest, the brunette questioned timidly towards Frost whos nostrils were nearly flaring with irritation. The prince nodded his head with quivering lips of frustration. Uh, despite the fact I didnt appreciate being pushed around, there was really no real harm done. I mean He did kind of apprehend the old woman and he did warn you when those trolls were in the area. Can we just call it even since you scolded him? Lidias hazel eyes dropped to Jacks toes only to have his fingers force her chin to gaze up at him. The anger was diminishing in his stare. If thats what you wish, the fay muttered gently only to smile gingerly at her nod. Demirr was beside himself. He couldnt believe it. No, he wouldnt believe it. The captain was not going to be in her debt! No, he blurted almost in rage and confusion. I wont have it, the officer corrected. I deserved to be punished for my deeds, the male continued only to hush as foot steps of his master neared. He could feel Jacks shadow casted over him. The seething anger his prince was controlling. The commander knew his life was on the line but he refused to be indebted to a stranger and more so to a human who just happened to have caught his majestys favor. Demirr, Frost drawled out in a low tone. In fact, it was subsequently muted in a way that the human didnt hear over the crackling of the fire. I know you dont want a human saving your hide but you are seriously pushing my patience, the white haired prince snarled through nearly closed lips. She, is of a fiery but gentle nature. I know because unlike you I can see into the human heart. Their spirits are precious to me and always have been. So, let me tell you how this will go. Tomorrow will be a big day for her if shes up to it. You will be her escort and ensure her safety. Do I make myself understood, Jack asked in a more condescending manner. Understood, your majesty, Demirr choked out in a whisper. He couldnt believe how swiftly the woman had his prince around her finger. She had to have been using magic but the last he remembered humans didnt have any. This was a puzzle he needed to figure out and swiftly. It would be for the wellbeing of the kingdom