Chapter 11 : Unification and officialization

The announcement of the negotiation results took many by surprise. Everyone feared the Alburg Empire, and in the public's mind, Dila was merely there to avert a bloodbath. So, when Dila announced that Elbra was coming directly under their jurisdiction... .

Fear spread, as people dreaded the Empire's wrath, and with good reason. Throughout the negotiations, the Empire hadn't hesitated to bare its teeth. However, placing Elbra under Dila's jurisdiction meant it would also be protected by the neutrality treaties Dila had signed with numerous countries and nations.

Consequently, attacking Elbra would only invite further trouble. There were downsides, of course, such as Dila taking over administration, but it was far better than losing everything.

" People will come to understand in time, Théo said. "

He gazed out the large window overlooking the city below.

" Yes... . Living this way is far from a disaster. Thank you, Théo. I know that, under normal circumstances, Elbra could never have secured this level of protection. "

" Haha, it’s only natural for me to protect my future wife's nation ! The marriage should be made official in the coming days, too. "

Priscilla felt her heart pounding. They still had much to learn about each other on a personal level, but political marriages couldn't be delayed indefinitely. It would happen, or at least be announced, as soon as possible.

" Mm-hmm... . "

Just a soft, verbal confirmation. She hadn't seen Léo since visiting Théo's room, and that was for the best, the thought of running into him again made her deeply uncomfortable.

It’s definitely better this way. I have no desire to see the guy who... .

Even as the days went by, the sensation of having that member in her mouth lingered like a constant humiliation.

If I ever have a child, it might as well be a boy. It isn't good for a woman to be born into a royal family.

And just as Théo had predicted a few days earlier, the marriage was announced. It happened right after the Empire’s negotiating party had withdrawn, still seething with anger. When the announcement was made, a group of mages sent directly from Dila put on a spectacular fireworks display.

" Using your personal group of mages for this... . "

" What ? Those guys need to use up their mana every now and then. "

" Haha. "

She watched the festivities get underway. The people were happy, as they were on any other night, but their joy was even greater today.

It was the right choice for Elbra. She was certain of it. She glanced at Théo, his serene expression put her heart at ease. Doubts remained, of course, how could she be entirely at peace with the prospect of marriage ?

It was, after all, a major decision... .

But she didn't hate the idea. Théo was handsome. What had started as a pleasant encounter had grown into a close friendship, and now that bond was evolving into a romantic relationship.

Since there was no escaping it, and she wasn't opposed to growing closer, she might as well do things properly. On one level, she wanted to put a definitive end to the kind of interactions she’d had with Léo.

" Tonight, she whispered into his ear, come to my room. No touching... just looking. "

" Oh... that works for me... . "

His smile wasn't lecherous like Léo's used to be. He was a little aroused, yes, but nothing that made her uncomfortable. If anyone was going to see every part of her, she wanted it to be him. To keep the image of it in his mind !

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Priscilla didn't intend to give herself to him, just a taste... . She was going to be his wife. Wasn't it natural for him to see her body ? So, she waited for him to arrive. Her outfit ? Nothing, or rather, nothing underneath her robe.

She stared at the door, having waited for a few minutes.

" Is he coming or not ? "

This impatience was new, too. She had never felt this way about a man, let alone when it came to showing him her body. But she felt it now. He would be the only one to see her like this. He had to be the only one.

This way, she would erase the images of Léo. Only he would remain !

I’m a little crazy to do this, but it has to be done... .

" Oh... I'm a lucky man... . "

Théo was there. She turned around, startled. He had come in through the window again, making no sound.

" Oh ! You scared me ! Stop sneaking up on me like that. "

" Sorry, it was too tempting, though I see you aren't carrying much on you... . "

She pointed to the chair.

" Sit down, and don't touch anything... . "

" Alright, alright. "

She stepped back a few paces and... let her robe drop before sitting on the bed.

" I hope you don't mind the look of your future wife's body. "

There was a noticeable difference compared to when she’d appeared before Léo. She had shaved down below, she wanted to project an image of purity.

As expected, Priscilla could tell his gaze was interested, yet not lecherous. It was so much nicer to feel desired without it feeling vulgar. That was exactly what she was looking for.

She turned around, showing off her lovely backside.

" You really like them, don't you ? "

" Of course. I have to have favorite parts, after all. But what about you ? "

That was when he took off his own shirt, revealing a muscular, well-defined torso.

Wow... he’s really well-built.

" That looks good, too, she replied. "

" I guess we’re a good match, then. "

He stood up and moved closer. For a moment, Priscilla felt a pang of alarm, she had said no touching. But with a quick, stealthy movement, he brushed his hand against her buttocks and, naturally, left a faint trace on her lips.

A sort of stolen kiss.

She raised a hand to her mouth.

I barely felt it, but he definitely touched my lips.

A shiver ran through her entire body. A unique kind of first kiss, really. Meanwhile, Théo was already back in his chair, grinning sheepishly. The princess found it hard to tear her eyes away from his muscular chest.

" What a show-off... , she murmured. "

Yet, it wasn't off-putting at all, far from it. She returned to the bed, settling back into her original position, though this time her legs were spread a little wider, offering a lovely view of her shaved pussy.

" You're quite the pervert yourself. "

" Maybe. "

The pleasant, lighthearted flirting continued for a while before she put her robe back on and he put on his shirt. They spent a few minutes discussing the current situation. Théo reassured her once more about the Alburg Empire.

Then, Théo took her hand and said.

" It's also time for you to come to Dila. You'll see, the Nation of Magic isn't bad at all. "

" I suppose I really should. "

Her cheeks flushed slightly, but more than anything... .

That means getting married... . I'm scared and anxious, but I'm excited, too !