Thread: Rags, Riches, and Rumors [ Bear & LordBesar ]

Theo was sorely tempted to take her right away to his chambers. Call a priest and marry her early. If for no other reason than the carnal passion that had built within him for his young bride. He wanted to hold her down or tie her up so that he could kiss every single inch of her soft young skin. Did she even realize that she'd inspired a hunger within him that he'd never felt before? Even if she didn't, that would soon become clear. There was nothing he wanted as much as to take her into his arms, carry her straight to his bed and ravish her for days on end with little breaks in between. But even with his raging hunger and desire, he controlled himself. Resolve to give her a wedding and claim her as his bride in name first, he took deep breaths to calm himself. Hummmm, not yet my dear. he replied to her question about her chambers with a smile. Until we are married, you will be kept across the castle. Near my sisters, Katjya and Karolina. They are of yet unmarried and wish very much to get to know their future sister. I deemed it best for proprietary sake that you stay no where near my bed. At least....until our wedding night. He was unable to hold back the lust that was slipping through, and his eyes roamed her body hungrily as he mentioned when she would share his bed. His muscles tensed a bit and he felt his manhood twitch a bit. Forcing him to calm himself or she would see a very obvious bulge in his trousers. Standing back up, he took her hand and smiled lovingly at her. No, it would be my honor to escort you. he assured her as they slowly walked back towards the main gate to the palace proper and the wing of the castle where she was to stay. leading through hallways and corridors, he eventually guided her to a wing where a turret stood above. There was a large door that would lead to the suite she would be in. Across the hall was the room shared by his two younger sisters. Karolina being the eldest at twenty, with Katjya being the youngest at seventeen. I would very much like if you would join my family for dinner this evening. he suggested as they stopped in front of her door. My sisters will escort you. They are just here across the hall, and the servants of this wing will be at your disposal during your stay here until the wedding. If you wish for a lady in waiting, I can arrange for one. Please let me know. Taking her hand, he lifted it to face and kissed the back of her hand with a smile. It was wonderful to meet you my dear. Theo smiled as he kissed her hand. Now, sadly affairs of state require my attention. If you will please excuse me. Walking away with a frustrated sigh, Theo went straight to his council chamber where he had meetings with several of his lords. Dealing with everything from grain and food collection, the state of the army, and discussions about the border. Lamiona, the kingdom he had defeated in the war that claimed his father, was beginning to raise arms. Concerning the lord who's lands bordered the edge of their neighbors. Layconia was well positioned with many mountain borders and as such was very defensible. Even so, there was still some concern of security. And if the commoners of the kingdom could not be pacified, the risk on invasion rose. As Layconia would be weakened. The wedding day soon arrived, and it could not come soon enough for Theo. Affairs of state had kept him very busy and unable to see much of Ermine during that time. While they did take meals together, and usually a walk together during the afternoon, he was kept away from her more than he liked. It was a frustrating time, and he found himself growing more and more attached to the young woman with each passing day. The wedding had been arranged in the garden of the palace. The money that would have been spent had otherwise been used to provide meals for the whole kingdom. As such, the ceremony would be small. Only the King's family, Ermine's, and a handful of the Lords and Ladies that were closest to the monarchy. Theo stood next to the priest, wearing a suit of white silk with gilded trimmings. His family chest embroidered into the chest of his tunic. On his head was his cornet. His bead was trimmed and his hair kept short. He waited impatiently for his bride, having seen almost none of her the previous day. Even now she was with her mother and sisters. His own mother had attempted to provide assistance, but Theo had convinced her that providing Ermine with a wedding dress. Putting his hand on the pommel of his sword as he waited, Theo wondered how she might look. He knew not what her dress was made of or the color. Her only knew her face and eyes. And already he felt his heart ache. Leaning over to Viscount Erewhla who was nearest, Theo spoke softly. I would like some time to be with my bride, are there any matters that can't wait for a few days? The dark black haired Viscount shook his head, stroking his graying beard. No my Lord. he replied with a smile. Nothing that cannot wait. The Viscount was fifteen years the King's senior, having been his father's chief consul. He and his wife, the Viscountess, had eight children. So he was well aware of the need to be with one's bride.