Chapter 39 Best friend again

YAEL YURIN POV
Yasmin looks concerned as she stops me with her hand on my palm. I take a look at her. I rest my hand on her head. She seems to be puzzled on how she look at me.
"Stay right here."-I stated. She let go of my hand and turned to face Ulysses. We left them and proceeded to the other side. We turn away from them.
"What do you have planned this time, your Majesty?"
"It's strange that you say that. That potion twisted my decisions, principles, and even my ego. Just call me Ulysses like it was before."-he stated.
"It's not a problem for me. I'm relieved that we now know why things went wrong seven years ago. I can now smack Estella's face without having to fight my best friend." -I stated. As I say the woman's name, he scoffs and his face darkens. He is extremely upset. "I've been employed for seven years. I'm embarrassed to admit that I let my guard down. I suppose I should thank the elders for pushing me to look for the witch in our prophecy books. Now I fully understand why I've been experiencing conflicting emotions for the past few years." -he stated.
"Ulysses, welcome back."-I said, raising my fist. We exchanged fists as he smiled. It reminds me of when we were still on the same pack.
"Should we rejoin the pack?"-I inquire.
"Nope. I'm guessing you're a strong alpha. After all, you wanted to protect the wolves, didn't you?"-he stated. I returned my gaze to Yasmin and smiled. I'll say something.
"Yes. I believe I should resign at this time. I guess I don't have to worry about you making bad decisions. I'm afraid Estella will use you and Cynthia for something we don't know about." -I stated.
"Many thanks, Yael. You have never let me down. I'm sorry for disappointing you and those three. I promise to make things right this time."-he stated.
"Then let me know what I can do." We are eager to assist."
"I understand. But for the time being, let us concentrate on our kingdom."
"Before I forgot, Yasmin and I heard heresies from their own citizens during our travels in Dawn kingdom. Several citizens of their own kingdom have been kidnapped. Even supernatural beings are said to be purchased in Dawn's capital. It's either they will became slaves or drug them."
"When Cynthia goes to the slaying council, she claims to see her father. He must himself be a slayer."
"If that s the case, it s no surprise that Cendrea wants her daughter to have the same power. That must be her reason for cursing her own daughter."-I stated. His gaze is dark.
"If that s the case, we need to prepare."-he stated.
"You are correct."|-I stated. We returned to them.
NATHAN JACQUES POV
I take a look at her. Rachel is always facing the papers in her table, just like any other day. She removes her scarf and rubs her shoulder. I can tell that she is tired.
"Are you going to keep an eye on me until what time?"
"I knew you were starting to take notice of me. I'm trying not to be frivolous. It's for your benefit. Perhaps you should compensate me for that? How about some food?"
She gave me that strange puzzled look. She sighed and rose to her feet. She start walking towards the door.
"What would you like to eat?"
"It doesn't matter. You're always cooking in this castle."-I stated. She gave a nod. We went down to the kitchen, and she began slicing the ingredients for the potage she was going to make. I miss her food that she cooks.
"Rachel, have you ever wondered how wonderful it is to be in a relationship? I'm referring to falling in love."
"And what exactly are you trying to say? Have you forgotten that we are cursed to live forever? I can marry even after 200 years."-she said.
"I can't even have a good conversation with you."
"Then? You'd better find a woman who will agree to ride on your lunacy, King Nathan. That is not the case with me. You were aware of this."-she stated. I sigh and shut my mouth. Rachel, on the other hand, is stunning. She has an hourglass figure. A large chest and a lovely face. She has the ability to easily persuade men, just like... My eyes stern, and the glass carafe shattered. She looks at me with that glances. I just laughed, and she blew the sauce out of the ladle. She agreed to let me try it. I take a sip.
"Should I add more salt?"-she inquires. I give her a nod.
"Delicious,"-I exclaimed. She returned to clean up the mess. She cut herself, and I grabbed her hand and licked her ring finger. She gives me a strange look.
"I am not a human...that will recover quickly,"-she said. I let go of her finger and examined it. She has that puzzled look on her face when she looks at me. Is she flushing...? 'How cute. No matter how I tried, I can't see her as a—
"Wait, instinct?"-I just said. She takes back her hand and continues to clean up the mess. She throws them in the trashcan and goes on with her work..
"I'll be in a meeting on the eastern provinces of the kingdom. Why don't you come along?"-I ask.
"I better stay. Remember what Cynthia said? What if you'll flirt on that place? I better not saw it."
"Okay…you said so."-I said. I'm a little disappointed for some reason. However, her reasoning makes sense. Tomorrow had arrived, and I had gone to that meeting. It only took me a single day. After that, I went home. I was on my way to my room when I decided to stop by hers. She is dozing off. She unintentionally exposed herself, and I saw half of her...chest to thighs. I gulp and pull the quilt with all my might. I better leave this room before I forgot to stop myself and lose my control.
"Good night, my Rachel."-I mumbled. I left her.
ASHLEY BRIDGE POV
"It's one, two, three! Three, two, and one! Come on, let's go! Exercise those muscles!"-I yelled as I walked around, watching the soldiers go about their daily business on the ground. They jump and clap their hands up and down before accelerating their juggling.
"Vice commander, take it easy."-George.
"How's honeymoon, hmm? I mean crown prince."
"You can just call me George or mentor. I am not into the title crown prince."-he said. I can tell that he is lying but one thing is for sure…he suddenly speaks sweet things about Gabrielle which is odd.
"How's the crown princess as wife?"-I ask.
"Sweet, caring and lovely."-he said. My jaw tightened. I despise hearing such phrases, especially when he points them out to her. I'm fine with him complimenting Cynthia since it's all true, but what about her? I'm having a nasty feeling about their marriage. It also happens when he mistakenly says something about our plan to re-appoint Cynthia to the post of crown princess. It's untrustworthy. 'I hope I'm mistaken, George. But I have a hunch they did drug you or put a spell on you. I hope I'm wrong.'
"You know what, I'm surprised you finally noticed the crown princess's bright side. It's...interesting—I mean, unexpected. Anyway, I've already disposed of the petition you asked me to dispose of."-I said.
"Thanks, Ashley. I appreciate that."-he said.
"Your Majesty, I'll do everything you say."-I said emphatically. But I'm guessing he didn't notice. As the soap runs down my body, I'm taking a shower.
"What exactly is going on here? He abruptly wants me to abandon our probe into heresy in the disappearances of civilians. Even the laboratory has its doubts. It's a good thing I gave the original documents to the king of wolves. The other documents were burnt by myself and some of our men. Damn!
"I hope you're not doing anything nasty, George. I'm hoping you're not as crooked as the royal family."
I finished my shower and started to study the papers that were passed along my table. Then the queen appeared out of nowhere, which surprised me.
"Greetings to Her Majesty."-I said. She removes her cap and smile. Why did she come to see me here?
"May I speak with you about...your best friend Cynthia? I just wanted you to know that she…"
"I know, your highness. For what purpose, your highness? I found out what happened to her. I haven't seen her in years, thanks to my role as vice-commander."
"Yes. She is like her mother."-she said. I just smile.
"Then what do you really want from me?"-I ask.
"I want you to do something for me. Go to Skyfall kingdom and be a spy."-she said. She's evil herself. As if I will let her controlled me like her own dog.
CYNTHIA MAXIMILLIAN POV
We have returned. They had no idea that the location we visited was one that my mother had set aside for me as a training field. Someone is attempting to exert authority, I believe... Ashley's thoughts? When I stretch my hand, a mirror appears. The haze dissipated, and there she was. Everyone takes a glance in the mirror.
"That's your friend. What is wrong, Cynthia?"
"It appears like the queen is after her. It's a good thing I created a mental barrier for her. The queen is attempting to exert control over her mind."-I said. Aunt Clara speaks.
"It's actually coming from her ring. That ring is used to manipulate people's minds. That is illegal to sell to people since they utilized it for wicked actions."-she said.
"Then I'll make her believe it works."-I said. I communicated with her through telepathy. I'll protect her.
"Ashley, pays attention. Don't say anything. Simply listen to her and pretend she has a monopoly on mind control. Follow her instructions. You'll be protected and they won't suspect you this way. Even George agrees that it's best that way; we can't risk your safety."
(Okay. Princess Cynthia, I hear you.)
"Good."-I said, cutting off our telepathic communication.
"There is a problem in the kingdom. What type of dodgy business does your father delivered? He happens to be in the Southeast region on the day I'm being invited by the killing council head... Are you kidding me?"-I said. My jaw tightened. He suddenly covers my eyes and hold my hand.
"Relax. Don't be eaten out by your anger and hatred. Let's take thing step by step."-he said. I heave a deep sigh and smile after that.
"Thank you."-I said. He take off his hand and suddenly pulled my nose. I tap his hand and pouted.
"That hurts you silly dog."-I said. He laugh.
"Go and take a rest. Literal rest!"-he said and even pointed his finger to me. I giggled.
"Yes boss."-I said.
"We will go ahead also. Just contact us anytime."
"Take care. Yasmin, make something when I visit tomorrow lunch, okay? I miss your apple and strawberry pie."-I said. She smiled
"No problem. See you again next time."
I smiled and then they disappeared. I stretch my hand and the tiger family came out.
"Welcome home, everyone."-they said. I smiled.
"We're home!"-I said. I pet them and they like it. Later on, a visitor came. It's Estella. I look at her.
"Did you forget that you are not allow here yet?!"
"Ulysses. Let's talk, okay? Please? It's been 9 days. I really miss you."-she said. I get in between them.
"What is the meaning of this?"-she said. She is mad.