Her King

Regina's POV

Dishing out beef stew in a bowl, I place it on the table along with rice and mashed potatoes. Then I go to Atlas's study to call him for dinner.

He has been cooped up in his study for more than two hours, he went straight to his study after coming back from work and since then he has been there.

Atlas is still technically a King, so from what I have figured he still performs his duties associated with his title. There is a council that works under him, but he is the one to make calls. Every month there is a meeting in which he gets briefed.

However, from the past few months, the issues related to hunters are going out of hand which is really bothering him that is why he is frequently in touch with his council to come up with any solution.

After knocking on the door, I step inside his study to find him sitting behind his table as he reads some papers. He looks up when I approach him and give me a tired smile.

"Dinner is ready." I smile and extend my hand towards him.

His smile turns a little brighter, as he places his hand in mine allowing me to pull him to his feet.

Placing my other hand on his jaw, I pull his face down while lifting my head to press my lips against his in a soft kiss.

"Come on, let's have dinner then later you are going to tell what is making my King look so worried." I peck his lips one more time as we head towards the dining room.

As usual, he feeds me first then he starts eating. He never eats before me, no matter where we are, who is around, he will first feed me with his hand then only he will start eating.

Just imagine the amount of teasing which I have faced at my family dinner.

Sometimes he even feeds me entire meals with his hands, he says it gives him and his beast satisfaction.

"Thank you." He kisses my hand when I feed him. For others, it might seem weird, but for us, it just seems natural to share our food with each other and to feed each other.

"I love when you cook for me, even though my beast berates me for making you cook when I should be the one to feed you." He smiles guiltily.

Although he doesn't let me cook often, I do cook from time to time because I know he enjoys my food.

"I love cooking for you and looking after you." I place my hand over him, "So, King has to deal with it." I playfully narrow my eyes at him.

He laughs as golden ring flickers in his eyes.

"Whatever makes my Queen happy." His voice slightly deepens, as even King speaks through him.

Halfway through the dinner, there's knock on the front door. I look at Atlas as my first thought is that it must be Felix or Theo, but he shakes his head answering my silent question as he goes to answer the door.

I hear the door opens and a new voice speaks.

"Your Majesty, there has been a problem and we need your assistance," A short plump man who looks like in his late forties says in a frantic tone. But after knowing Atlas's age I think this man might have kept dinosaurs as a pet.

"Hunters-" He stops in a mid-sentence when he looks at me, regains his composure, "My apologies, sir, I didn't realize you have a company." He smiles at me politely, I have noticed how he has addressed Atlas as sir in front of me.

"Hello." I smile back and stand beside Atlas when he gestures me to come forward with his hand.

"Gordon, meet my soul Regina." Atlas smiles at me then turn to that man whose name is Gordon, "Regina, this is Gordon an old friend of our family."

"Your Majesty is being generous, I am just a meager caretaker of his family home, " He quickly bows then comes forward, "My Queen, it is an honor meeting you." He holds out his hand to me and kisses my hand.

"I am pleased to meet you too, Gordon." I smile politely, "And please call me Regina."

"Congratulations on finding your soul." He looks at Atlas with a bright smile, "There were rumors that you have found your soul, but I never believed them. However, I am beyond happy to know that the rumors are true, our King has finally found his Queen."

Giving them privacy I walk into the bedroom as I have sensed Gordon was not comfortable with talking with Atlas in front of me. While waiting for Atlas to come to bed, as I can't sleep without him, I decided to talk to my aunt who has been asking me to go for a wedding shopping with her since the moment Atlas has proposed to me.

Atlas and I haven't zeroed any date yet, but I can tell Atlas wanted to have the wedding soon. Even I don't mind if we get married tomorrow, so you can say even I am looking forward to becoming Mrs. Regina Micheals King.

After an hour-long discussion, this weekend has been finalized for wedding shopping.

Suddenly, I place my hand on my chest as I feel a strong wave of burning inside my chest. I frown rubbing circles on my chest as it is not hurting but it is definitely making me uncomfortable.

Picking up the glass of water from the side table, I drink it while still rubbing my chest trying to get rid of this feeling.

"What's wrong?" I ask when Atlas comes inside the room looking enraged.

"Hunters have abducted two vampires from one family who have just come to age." He snarls, "They are targeting innocent, even though it was agreed they will not harm my kind if they are no threat to anyone. Even then they will first present them in front of the council then we will decide their punishment according to their crime."

"What are you going to do now?" I sit up, ignoring the feeling which is most probably heartburn.

"A meeting has been called tomorrow between us and some of the elders of the hunters." Closes his eyes, struggling to keep King in control.

Behind the anger, his pain is also evident. Innocent people of his kind are becoming victims of some sick-minded people, so his anger his justified.

"Atlas, come here." I pat the space beside me on the bed, "Lie down."

Letting out a sigh, he silently obliges my demand.

"Everything will be fine, we will sort this out." I pull his head into my lap and run my fingers through his hair trying to provide him some comfort.

"Together?" He asks as he looks up at me.

"Of course, together. What have you thought I am going to let you deal with this alone?" I arch an eyebrow, "Now you have me, Atlas, I will always be with you and support you no matter what the situation is." Bending down, I kiss his forehead.