Page 6 of Onyx Queen
“Yes… I need to talk with you about something.”
“Ok, what’s up.”
Luca proceeded to explain the situation. Telling the Ruby Queen he couldn’t leave Onika right now – or ever. Although he felt bad, he resigned his position as her commander, determining it was best if someone who could devote the time as the Kingdom’s commander took over.
“I am happy for you, Commander. I knew this day
would come. I’ve already briefed Captain Blake – so he won’t be surprised when I tell him.”
“I am still here for you, Your Majesty – anything you
need, you know you will have the Onyx Kingdom at your disposal. Now…” he paused, “I need to go win over Onika.”
“Good luck. She will see you two are meant to be together. Don’t give up on her… fight for what you want.”
“You do the same, Queen Vermilion. Love is worth
the effort.”
“Who were you talking to?” Onika pulled the door shut, standing cautiously away from Luca.
“Queen Vermilion. I resigned my position as commander.”
“Why would you do something like that?”
Luca stepped in front of her, cupping her face in his hands, “Because the woman I love needs me. I will not put the Ruby Kingdom at risk by falling down on my job. You need me – the Queen promoted Captain Blake. He will protect her, while I,” Luca peppered kisses along her jaw, “protect you.”
Their mouths met in a fury. Teeth clashing as he kissed her hard. Onika moaned, her tongue slipping into the warmth of his mouth. Luca sucked her tongue, needing to dominate her with his kiss.
“Luca,” she mumbled against him.
“Shhh,” he broke the kiss and pressed his forehead against hers, “It was my choice. Now, how about you tell me why in the hell our ride was him.”
Onika sighed, “I supposed you deserve to know how I could conjure up someone like him to pick us up.”
“You could say that.” Luca chuckled, “Onika, whatever you tell me will stay between us, you have my word.”
“I know. Let’s just say I caught him and Amalee in an awkward position. And it’s something they don’t want to get out.”
“Why? Is there something wrong with them being together?”
“Have you ever met Queen Alexis and King Charles?”
“Maybe once or twice in passing. What does that have to do with anything?”
“They’re set in their ways. Amalee knows if it ever came out that they were involved, it would devastate her parents.”
“That’s absurd. Is it the age difference? I get he’s a bit older than her, but if they’re in love…” Luca waved his arm, “it shouldn’t matter.”
“It’s the age difference, among other things.”
Luca’s eyebrows shot up, “You can’t be serious? Are they that narrow minded? They’d risk losing their daughter over something that has no place in today’s modern times.”
“Yep. But let’s not talk about Amalee anymore. I’m worn out.”
Onika kicked off her shoes and plopped into the chair. Stretching her feet out onto the coffee table, she leaned her head back and closed her eyes.
“Onika,” Lucas hands came down on her shoulders, “you need to eat something. I’ll go fix us some food.”
