The Alien King's Alluring Obsession

Chapter 40

Edna

The moment Killian sat up and got down from the bed, I stirred. Sleep was still tugging at my eyelids but I didn't let that stop me. My consciousness cleared as my pupils focused on Killian.

"Where are you going?" I asked in a sleepy tone.

Killian leaned down and combed through my hair with his fingers.

A moan slipped out of my mouth.

"You can go back to sleep. I want to prepare the best wedding ceremony for you. We might be working with a limited time frame but the quality can not be compromised. I have to supervise the people that will prepare everything we need. I don't want to see any slip up. That is the only thing I can not tolerate on this day. You deserve the best." Killian said.

I could hear the joy weaved through his tone and words.

It was infectious.

The corner of my lips lifted into a small smile.

I appreciated all the thoughts Killian was putting into this. He was winning my heart, bit by bit.

I covered my face with my right hand. I didn't want Killian to see the way my face was burning. "Alright. I guess I'll see you later." I replied.

"You will. Now, go back to sleep." Killian ordered gently.

I took his advice. My eyelids lowered slowly.

The dark expanse I saw after I shut my eyes consumed me.

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"Miss Edna. Miss Edna, please wake up. It is time for your bath." A soft voice said.

The voice was sweet and soft.

I rolled over to the other side of the bed.

The sleep was too good. I wasn't ready to give it up and get up yet.

A hand patted my foot repeatedly, "Miss Edna, it is time for your bath. The hour that marks the beginning of your wedding is drawing near. We can't let the King see you like this. Miss Edna, I would be punished." The words about punishment burned the sleep away from my eyes. I sighed.

My eyes opened.

I stared at the empty expanse before me for a brief second.

"Today is supposed to be a happy day. Don't talk about punishments. It's going against the celebratory mood." I said as I sat up.

Two ladies were standing near the bed. They had obvious human features.

Only the pointy ears and their strangely colored eyes hinted at their real race.

The black hair on their heads cascaded down in beautiful waves.

Their genetics did them a great favor.

"Hello, Miss Edna. My name is Cassandra and this is Emily." The lady that was nearer to me said.

I recognized her voice.

It was the voice that was trying to wake me up earlier.

I nodded, "Good morning. I hope I didn't stress you two."

"You didn't, Miss." Emily replied demurely.

"That's good." I nodded in satisfaction.

"After your bath, King Killian told us to tell you about the dress we brought with us. He wants you to try it on. We will give him feedback about the dress later. That is if it needs adjustments. If it fits you perfectly, there is no need to report to him. We just have to dress you up and lead you to the wedding venue." Cassandra explained.

I scratched my nose before looking at Cassandra and Emily, "I don't need you to help me with my bath. There are some specific things I prefer to do myself. I hope that's okay?"

Cassandra shook her head like a rattledrum, "Miss Edna, it is okay. You are the Queen, you can choose to do whatever you want. Please, give us a few minutes to prepare your bath and organize the things you will need to freshen up." "Alright." I agreed.

Cassandra and Emily disappeared into the bathroom.

They brought a moving cart when they came to the Royal bedchamber. I didn't notice it at first.

They dragged the cart with them to the bathroom.

As I waited patiently, my mind began to spiral into the dark hole of overthinking.

What would the wedding be like? I don't have anything tangible to use as a reference.

Do weddings have a list of compulsory events and ceremonies?

The only ones I knew about were those that were described in books and old magazines.

Weddings in the current apocalyptic era was different from the ones I saw in books. It was a luxury. Nobody would fork out the money, time, energy and strength to feed numerous people for just one day of celebration. It wasn't rational or logical.

I rarely saw people do weddings when I was in the base.

This was a strange and alien world. The weddings I had seen and encountered on Earth had no basis here. It would be different.

I would like to experience what a big wedding felt like and it seems Killian was making my dream come true.

A ball of happiness was surrounding my heart. Within this happiness, a tiny trace of sadness pulsed in and out of existence.

I didn't think of my brother usually.

Thinking of him brings pain. Having thoughts related to Tyler would unlock memories I had locked away in a dark cupboard located in my mind.

It was a painful thing to know that Tyler wouldn't witness my wedding. In fact, anyone related to me- both friends and lukewarm acquaintances weren't going to be present in my wedding.

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"Miss Edna, we are done." Cassandra's sweet voice jolted me out of the negative spiral I was soaking myself in.

"Okay, thank you very much." I rose my feet.

I discovered the two maids weren't moving so I looked at them with one eyebrow raised.

"Is something the matter? Why are you guys still here?" I tilted my head to the side.

"My lady, we are going to help you with your wedding dress. It is too complicated to tackle on your own. I am sorry for any inconveniences." Emily explained.

I waved her away, "There is no need to apologize for something you can't control. I will be back soon."

I walked into the bathroom.

Cassandra and Emily really did a number on this place.

The mini pool was filled with red water. The water in the pool was shimmering.

A lovely scent hung in the air.

It was intoxicating.

I removed my clothes and stepped into the pool slowly.

The steaming water relaxed my muscles. A sigh dropped from my lips as I leaned on the wall of the pool.

Then, everything start to go downhill quickly. I didn't have a chance to blink.

Strength started fading away from my body and it was becoming hard to stay afloat.

My eyes widened.

What in Ceaser's name was happening?