Love For Hire

Chapter 14: 14

Nicholas shocked outburst startled Kinsley. From the alarmed look on Octavius' face and the surprise that now claimed Nicholas’ something was happening, and it now had her worried.

Nicholas turned his face to Octavius with a look of horror on his face. “Why are they here?”

“After the incident, I made a progress report to your father, and now the whole family is sitting in the parlour.”

“You did what?” Nicholas snapped with anger.

“Forgive me, Your Majesty, but he is the King. I had to notify him.”

“King?” Kinsley said anxiously. “Are you saying that the King is in the next room?”

“The whole royal family,” Octavius told her.

“Oh,” she felt nervous and out of place. She never thought she would meet his family. What would they think of her when they found out about the arraignment between her and their son? This was a terrible turn of events.

“They are demanding your presence,” Octavius told Nicholas.

“Of course, they are.”

“Please forgive me, Your Majesty.”

The fact that Octavius was begging for forgiveness filled Kinsley with dread. Nicholas rose to his feet and placed one hand on Octavius’ shoulder. “You are forgiven, old friend. Your hands were tied.” He then reached out for Brutus’ harness, grabbing at empty air. Kinsley rose and guided his hand to the dog. He thanked her and then awkwardly made his way to the door. “Octavius,” He said, reaching out blindly. “Show me to my parents.”

Kinsley stood up, and out of sheer curiosity, she followed. They made their way to the room by the front door, the one Octavius had made her wait the first night she came to the palace. Kinsley remained by the entrance while Octavius walked Nicholas into the middle of the room.

wardrobes. The older woman with the long copper hair swept up in an elegant configuration rushed across the room and startled Nicholas as she took him in her arms, and she wept. She stepped back, and

over. “You are so thin,” she then glared

fine,” Nicholas

waved his hand in front of Nicholas’ face, but Nicholas

direction

you went blind?” The young woman piped

that tunnel, all I can make out are fuzzy shapes and colours.

coping?” His mother asked as she supportively rubbed

have a cane, and I just got Brutus here,” he said, leaning over to pet his new pal. “He is my eyes. And of course, I

mother

he took her hand in his and held it to his chest. “I want to introduce you to

surprised. “Octavius did

happened somewhat recently. I saw no reason to tell

it is so nice to meet you,

She looked at Octavius for guidance. He gestured for her to be respectful. “Your Majesty,” she then curtsied. Hoping that was what she

feel uncomfortable around us. Especially if you are the reason for the smile on my son’s face?” Kinsley looked at Nicholas to see he was indeed smiling. “I do not think I have seen my son smile in

you may

“Glorious.”

“Octavius,” Nicholas spoke up.

“Yes, Your Majesty?”

freshen up and relax before dinner. Surely they

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