IMMORTAL BEAST KING
Find My Luna
BY Genevieve E.
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CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
THE PALACE
The chief of the elders arranged a meeting and invited the King to attend in the conference hall.
But instead of going for the meeting, he sent Evenius while he watched Blue.
We can’t say anything until he comes, the chief said to Evenius who wouldn’t bulge.
His Majesty is too busy to attend such a short notice meeting, he pointed out for the umpteenth time.
Its important My Lord, he has to be here, Lancelot contributed with a smirk.
And you think wh@tëver he is doing out there is not equally important? Evenius asles glaring at him.
No good person likes Lancelot.
He’s known for always constituting nuisance in all the meetings he attends.
Everyone know this elder is an instigator with so much bad energy and he wasn’t even discreet about it.
What would a king of a kingdom next doing away from an important council meeting! He raises his voice
Some elders began murmuring.
A council meeting organized by who? Evenius asked.
My Lord, I know the notice is short but we expect His Majesty to at least show up, we have pressing issues in the villages that were need to discuss before things gets out of hand.
And I here as his representative,everything we discuss here will be related to him accordingly.
Its Okay My Lord, we…. the chief was saying when he was cut off.
Nothing is okay!
We have another dead girl!
We have been reporting this issue for years and nothing is being done about it, and now the King refuses to attend a meeting to discuss It? Lancelot barked and everyone stared at him.
The only reason I can see here is that’s his Majesty must be covering up for whoever the killer is, if it is not him! he dropped the bombshell and thay disrupted the peace in the hall.
People murmured amongst themselves, while some feared for him,some thought he was right.
You realize you are accusing the King,right here in his hall? Evenius asked softly.
Then he should prove his innocence,we can’t keep shut and let the blood of the innocent spill every month and do nothing.
Our kids are dying.
The kingdom is in disarray!
And you talk about accusing the king? he blasted.
The murmuring from all the elders gave him the go ahead continue.
He knew every parents who has lost his or her child would want revenge.
.They would all want who you pin the deaths on.
He was making the King his scape goat without fear.
He would have a lot of people who h@tës the king now just by doing this that way,they would want to take the power away from him.
How can one man rule for thousands of years? he asked himself.
Who gave you the right to turn my palace into a market place, The kings angry voice thundered from the entrance.
They all grew cold on their seats including Lancelot.
.Your Majesty! They greeted at once.
With a straight look on his face,he walked down the stairs and entered but didn’t go in.
Its been 40 minutes, what is your conclusion, he purposely asked chief.
Your Majesty, we…..
You turned the meeting you didn’t seek my consent to fix into a market place,yet you have achieved nothing? he asked.
Lancelot glared at him because he was pissed.
The way he planned his speech at home, this was where he was supposed to come in,voice out his accusations right in the kings face.
But why was he not courageous enough?
He h@tëd the King for being intimidating,the only person he could never talk down on.
I see you all have nothing to say…
Guards? he called and the two guests outside came in.
All the missing kids went missing at night right? he asked the chief and he nodded.
Then he faced the gurads, go into all the villages and announce a strict curfew.
Everyone is expected to be back in their family house once the Kingdom bell is rung,no excuses or they face the consequences,he said.
Yes, Your Majesty,they bowed and left.
Lancelot wanted to jump from where he sat and oppose the curfew but he had no courage to.
Without another word,the king walked away
The elders too got up and began leaving, most of them had a satisfying look on their faces.
The curfew was going to be a good idea till they find the culprit.
But for Lancelot,it was like a wreck in his ship.
Peyton who eavesdropped through out the conversation walked back to her room with an evil look on her face..
BLUE
I think we should take a walk Beiber, what do you think? I asked Beiber as I tried stretching my back.
I have been on the phone with several agents trying to fix an accommodation for Beiber and I but none seems to have a good result for me just yet.
You look…. cute.. I think I have to make a dress for you, I said carrying him on my arms.
What do you think? Would you like that?
Aww, your eyes are so cute, come give mama a hug, I said pulling Beiber to myself and hugging him while kissing him all over.
Mama stinks, I should take a shower, we could get lucky on our house hunting outside right?
Yeah, I knew you were going to wiggle your tail, cute little cat, I said then placed him on the bed before going to take a shower.
WRITER
Immediately she walked into the bathroom, the cat ran to the door, didn’t need to open it.
He slipped right through it.
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You know you smell so nice, I mean I didn’t use my perfume on you did I? Blue asked sniffing Beiber.
Don’t tell me you…. oh my God, did you spill my perfume? She asked laughing.
Beiber only stared at her with eyes so mild and sweet.
You have been giving me that look since we met Beiber, do you like me that much?
Aww.. I love you too, Blue said ruffling his fur.
Let’s go, she announced in excitement then turned to leave when her eyes landed on her perfumes.
They looked like they were still intact.
He didn’t spill it? she wondered.
How does their scent match then?
It can’t be the scent she found him with because it would have weared off, right?
I can’t believe I’m even thinking that when I have been carrying you all day, she spoke to him this time ruffling his fur again then she made her way outside.
Blue?
Wow, it’s you… someone said from behind.
What are you doing here,Blue asked when her eyes met with August who looked like he was going out too.
Oh me?
I have been here for a few days,I never knew you came here, August replied with smile.
Deceitful, Blue muttered to herself.
I see.. you are.. uhm… going out…..Where are you going?
We are just going to take a walk, you should take a step back so you won’t be so close to Beiber.
No,its fine… I’m sorry about yesterday.
Its all good,not every one likes cats.
Yea,but I was a bit to obvious.. you see…
Its fine August, I understand,perfectly,I have to go.
Can I join you?
What?
I mean you… I was about taking a walk too, we can just…
What about Beiber? Blue asked eyeing him,don’t want any sort of drama.
There won’t be any dramas , trust me, he started walking ahead of her till she had to turn and join him.
So where do you have in mind? He asked
Uhm… I don’t know.. what about you?
I don’t know too, he replied flashing her a cute smile.
Blue stared at him as they both stood at the gate,clueless.
How about you let… uhm.. uhm Beiber lead us? He suggested trying not to make eye contact with Beiber.
He was still shaken.
You think so? Do you have anywhere to take us Beiber? Blue whispered
He wiggled his tail like he was excited.
I see you are happy to lead us, I’m gonna let you down then, she said and let him down.
August took a step backwards.
Then Beiber began leading them as they followed him blindly.
They kept walking without questioning him while August tried to initiate conversations.
They got to a big old building and Beiber ran in.
A library? Blue pointed out when she read the sign.
She turned to August who gave her the “I don’t know what is going on” look.
Alright,let join him,Blue said running in.
Sure,going to be an adventure, August replied with a wide grin
Beiber? Blue called when she saw Beiber wiggling his tail inside the library.
She went to meet him then lifted him as they checked out books together..
August walked behind them, checking for the book racks keenly like he was looking for something.
August look, Blue called taking out a novel to show him.
“Have this one on me” August read out.
That’s one of James Hardley Chase’s novels, he pointed out.
You know him too? Blue asked in excitement.
I’m a huge fan of his novels, August replied.
Me too, I love everything about his novels, I think I will be going for this, its old but I’ll take it, she said holding onto the novel.
Do you have a favourite? August asked.
Uhm, I would say as long as it has Mark Girland and Malik in it, I love to read it, Blue replied happily.
I have read over twenty of his books, I must say there is something about Malik and Mark Girland, Maliks animosity towards Mark Girland, and Girlands nonchalant attitude to his hatred, August said rummaging through the shelf.
Yeah, Mark Girland is my favour character, he is way too smart even for Malik to out smart or nail him, Blue said with a bright smile on her face.
Its her first time meeting someone who doesn’t think its weird that James Hardly Chase only writes about crimes and not romance.
Mark Girland is my favourite character, dude only wants to work and get paid, he makes no commitment at all, Blue said looking too excited.
And you like that for a man you love? August asked staring at her like she’s weird.
Well, Girland is…. okay, not for myself though.
I don’t want to fall inlove with a man like Girland who loves women and money but never invests or commits to one woman, but it doesn’t change the fact that I find him hot and smart, she replied with a blush.
Beiber glared at her, she wasn’t even looking at him, she was lost in her fantasy.
King Wright in his room growled angrily.
How can she talking about a man right before me, he grunted.
But you aren’t before her, mini you is, Evenius taunted him with a wink.
King Wright eyed him and concentrate back in watching her as he thought of thousand of ways to punish her.
Don’t tell me you have a crush on a mere character in a book? He doesn’t even exist, August teased looking at Beiber but he earned a glare which he quickly understood..
He started walking ahead of Blue knowing she will join him..
It doesn’t matter, I already created a picture of him in my head, I sleep with that image every night in my head, Blue said still not seeing anything wrong with falling inlove with a novel character.
Beiber let out a frustrated sound, King Wright wished he could talkto her at that point but he could only meow which infuriated him.
I think i have a better idea for you, I’m sure you would fall head over heels with this one, August said pulling her with him to the other section..
I don’t think any one can beat Mark Girland in my head, she replied proudly.
Beiber wiggled his tail and made another meowing sound, to King Wright,he was groaning but it sounded sweet to Blue who smiled and kissed his fur.
You see, Beiber agrees with me, she said.
What? August asked turning to look at her all flushed up face.
Beiber thinks Mark Girland is hot too, right Beiber? Blue asked grinning.
August started coughing when he saw Beiber glare at him then changed to a mild look when Blue looked at him.
Poor King Wright ?
Are you alright? Blue asked concerned.
Yeah… *Coughs again..
I’m good,you should come over here, he said she joined him.
What are you searching for? Blue asked so she could search too.
I have a book for you… or books… maybe this new character will replace that player in your head, He teased.
He better be worth it, Blue replied.
He is, August replied the moment his eyes landed on the books.
The three editions were place together in the same lane.
And here it is,he said pulling them one after the other.
What? They are huge! Blue exclaimed.
You can’t read them? August asked looking disappointed.
Beiber meowed amd Blue patted his head with a smile as she read the caption.
The Ancient Story Of The White Horse Kingdom?! She muttered with wide eyes.
You dont like it? August asked again .
What? I have always wanted read this,thanks! she half yelled hugging him without thinking.
August’s body tensed up when both Blues body and that of Beiber touched him.
Uh… I’m sorry… I was just… too excited, Blue apologized immediately she pulled away.
No, it’s fine… I just wasn’t expecting to… you know…
Yeah, I’m sorry… I shouldn’t have.. I tensed you up
I’m cool Blue, I was just… worried… yes worried about.. Beiber! Yes, Beiber…
Yeah, he was caught up in the middle, Blue teased highlights Beiber who was now glaring at August.
I think you should go sign In for the books, August suggested.
Okay, Blue replied then picked up the three heavy books to go meet the liberian.
The moment she left someone barged into the library.
What are you doing here with my sister? Where is she? Mia asked August who had a surprised look on his face.
What are you talking about? Who? he asked.
Blue! I saw you talking to her just now, I thought you were scared oftje evil cat! she barked.
You need to calm down, I’m here alone, I just came to pick up a book to read,he lied showing jertje first book Blue picked.
Thankfully he had the book on his hand when she came in.
That’s a lie, she replied pushing him aside to look around for Blue herself.
She was so sure she saw him talking to her, she even saw the cat which was enough proof that it was Blue, but where’s Blue?
She searched everywhere she xould but saw no trace of her the cat.
Reluctantly she walked back to August who tried to hide his nervousness.
What’s the meaning of all these? he asked seeing the look on her face…
It gave him the assurance that she saw nothing.
I’m sorry, I guess was just thinking too much, I thought I saw her with you, she apologized.
You need to calm down Mia… I was just here on my own,he lied again.
Mia? Mia repeated.
I mean….
What’s going on? she asked.
What is… how do you mean?
You have avoided me for two days,you aren’t even in your house,and now you call me Mai?
What happened to sweetheart and…. her words hung in her throat as she broke down on tears.
Come on, you know this is a library, we shouldn’t loud be in here, August replied pulling her out.
Look at me, he said lifting her head.
Trust me, I’m not avoiding you, I just have some issues to clear up, I promise it won’t take time and I will back to giving you all the time you need okay, he said staring deep into her eyes.
But I miss you, can’t find Blue, and now you? she asked as tears poured out of here eyes.
I’m sure Blue fine wherever she is… look o know this os mu fault and o feel really guilty that I caused you to have issues with your sister, I promise I will fix this okay, i wish i coyodsee her and talk to her,August replied looking the most sincere.
Its not your fault, I probably overreacted, I’m sorry for accusing you, she apologized.
Its fine, I should drop you off, Mia volunteered.
No, you should go ahead,I haven’t signed in for the book yet, I will come see you okay.
Mia nodded and he kisses her forehead before she walked away.
He stared at hers she walked, every two seconds she would turn to look at him then smile..
She got into her car, waved then zoomed off.
Heaving a sigh of relief, August walked back into the library only to meet with Blues mean face.
He almost ran back outside.
You denied everything seeing me, can you explain to me why you did that? she asked with the same mean face..
Beiber was glaring at him too.
Staring at Blue, he didn’t know what to say…
How was he going to admit to be spying on her?
TBC
Why does Peyton keep eavesdropping tho?
