Page 39 of Sapphire Queen
Chapter 27
“We have a problem,” Jason threw down his phone, causing it to bounce off the rocky floor.
“I think being held captive in a cave is a problem enough.” Dimitra’s snarky response made him laugh.
“Yes, that too, but seriously,” his smile disappeared, “who do you trust that is close to the Sapphire Queen?”
“Why? Is she in danger?”
“I can’t let another child be tormented by this evil…”
“Child? Jason, what the hell are you talking about?”
“Look,” He tugged her hands into his, “the man that forced you here is planning to do something that will break the Sapphire Queen. He hopes by causing fractures in the kingdoms, he will gain them for himself.”
“Break the Queen? I don’t understand.”
“Queen Azurite was poisoned some time ago. It did some damage to her, leaving her unable to have children. He thought it would drive her into depression, but then,” Jason sighed, “she took in a child who was orphaned after one of his attacks.”
“Ok… I don’t understand.”
“He’s manipulated someone into doing something awful.”
“Fucking spit it out, Jason. I’m tired of all these goddamn riddles.” Dimitra rubbed her forehead.
“A man took Alex. They believe him to be the boy’s father.”
“How is that possible? Wouldn’t he have to produce proof – like a paternity test or something?”
“That’s the thing. The man is a distant cousin – so that makes faking paternity easier because he looks like the boy. Someone could get DNA that matched the deceased father.” Jason pushed his hands into his pocket and started toward the door.
“Dr. King.”
“What?” Jason turned, “Whose Dr. King?”
“You asked who I trusted in the Sapphire Kingdom. Dr. King is the only person I know who would go to the needed lengths to ensure Sarifena’s happiness.”
“Are you sure?”
“Yes. Positive. You’ll do anything for love. And that man has been in love with her for longer than she realizes.”
“Good. I’ll get him the word of the lies, and he can handle it from there.”
“Jason,” Dimitra tilted her head, “When we get out of here, I promise to make sure you and your sister are taken care of.”
“Why would you do that? I’ve held you here against your will.”
“Not at your choosing. And you’ve gone above and beyond to keep me safe as you promised Anthony you would. That’s something I will not forget.”
Jason smiled, “I should go.”
Dimitra watched as the heavy door slammed. The scraping of metal snapped through the room, echoing off the walls. She wished he’d stay with her longer, he was the only companion she had, and when he left her, her heart broke a little more each time.
