The Royal Contract

But the man sleeping beside her told her that it was all real. She was now Mrs. Amelia Blake. And she was already wearing the proof on her finger as she wiggled them in the air.

“I see that my wife is finally awake.” A croaky voice spoke beside her, catching her playing with her ring. “What do you wish to do today?” He asked her as he pulled her to his side and started kissing her.

“Besides this, of course.” He mischievously asked as he started untying the knot on her robe. It was their honeymoon. What else were they supposed to do?

“Well, I was thinking of joining the others for breakfast, but this seems nice too.” She excitedly responded, pulling her husband into a long and passionate kiss. “Besides, I can’t wait to give you a son.”

They had talked about kids last night. But they did not get to the part about the gender of the baby. She just assumed that he would want a son since most men did.

“I was more like thinking of a daughter. I want little princesses like you.” He said as he pulled her for another kiss.

She did not expect that. But she could guess that Luisa had something to do with his decision. Since Luisa was born, Evan had fallen in love with her. Sometimes, she wondered if they had a girl, would Evan love their daughter just as much?

But, of course, she should not doubt him. Evan had a big heart. He had more than enough love for his family, including Eida and Luisa. He would also love their daughter just as much or even more. But the same went if they had a son.

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“I also like that.” She pulled his shirt off, wanting nothing barring their skins from touching.

As much as she wished to join their families, making babies was her priority. She could not wait to have one or two to love and cherish. She loved Luisa, just like Evan, but she was not theirs.

“I think we can still manage to catch up with them. I promise to be quick.” He muttered in between his kisses.

She could tell they were already both aroused, so it would not take much time to do one quick workout on the bed. “Better hurry then. I want a baby and breakfast soon.” She commanded.

She could not help it. She was also hungry from their activities yesterday to a night filled with lovemaking. As much as she enjoyed having him for breakfast, he was not stuffing her belly with the proper sustenance.

Although, she was not complaining.

“You see. That was a record.” He teased her as he brought her to the bathroom for a quick shower.

She must admit that he was quick. Nevertheless, satisfying. Although she wanted more, she could always wait for her seconds later. Besides, they had a lifetime to be together now that they were officially married.

After a few more minutes, they walked toward their friends, who were already sitting at their reserved tables. On the other hand, this was a rare memory that they would share with their family and friends that they did not want to miss.

She believed the reception was fantastic for something done in last-minute planning. It was so much better than what she had expected. Evan had done a tremendous job, probably better if she had done it herself.

“I am glad the two of you finally decided to join us,” Angela said, appearing to be jesting with Eida.

She noticed their eyes were glowing with mischief. They were probably betting whether they were still asleep or busy doing what they just did a few minutes ago. But she did not care. She was too happy to be bothered by their usual teasing.

Besides, she was a married woman now. She could not proudly say that she was having sex anytime she wanted.

“I am starving. So, have you ordered, or did you wait for us?” Evan responded to his grandmother.

He quickly helped her to a chair across from Angela. Luisa was on her other side while Evan sat next to her.

“We thought you were not coming, so we already ordered,” Eida answered as if, on cue, the food had arrived. That left them to order their food.

“Are you joining a marathon?” Angela teased again as their order arrived. She also thought the same, seeing the assorted food on their table. She was hungry, but apparently, Evan was worse.

“It had been a tiring day, and our vacation was far from ending soon. I don’t think I will last with her stamina.” Evan pointed to her as if it was her fault.

“Yeah! Right?” Amelia could not help but protest. But she was happy to see that their little family was having a great time.

She could not dream of a better wedding than spending her wedding ceremony and honeymoon with them. Weird as that may sound. But it was a memory that she would cherish for all eternity.

She might not have the wedding of the century. But she believed she had what many could only dream about, the perfect husband and a loving family.

“But I am happy to hear you are finally working on my second grandchild.” Angela interrupted them, making her smile at what she said.

“Yes, and expect it soon.” Evan proudly said. “You hear that, my Princess. You will have cousins to love and play with.” He mumbled to the little child, looking clueless.

But eventually, she still smiled at his Uncle Evan for whatever reason. Luisa seemed to enjoy listening to his voice. She responded well to him.

Amelia could only imagine Luisa growing up spoiled because of her husband, something Eida would never like. But that was something they would have to deal with in the future. In the meantime, she loved watching her family and could not wait for it to grow.

Breakfast with their family had been fun, but it eventually ended. They decided to go on their separate ways. The three were going on a movie, and they decided to take on a tour of the canyons.

But before they could exit the restaurant, somebody suddenly stopped them. A couple stopped Eida from leaving as they stood in front of her. Not because of a problem but because they were a fan.

Still, it was a problem because apparently, they loved Eida and would like a photograph and a picture. “We could not believe that you would suddenly quit and disappear. But it is such a small world to bump into you here.” The couple said.

“I am sorry. But as I said, I am not the person you are looking for.” Eida denied the couple’s claim, saying that it was not her. “You made a mistake.”

She knew how hard Eida had tried to change her hair color and how she applied her makeup. She also usually used glasses and hats to cover her face when in public so that very few would recognize who she was.

But today, she was not wearing her usual disguised. But who knew someone would come up to her and beg for a photograph and, worse, a photo?

“But we could not be wrong. You are Eida Harlowe.” The man said. He suddenly pulled out his wallet and showed her an old picture of her with the man. “I took these years back. But that is you. I remember taking this...”

But her friend did not let him finish his story. “I am sorry. As much as I want to be this famous whoever, I am not her.” She insisted. “If you will excuse me, but we were just leaving.”

The Eida she knew back then would never act like this for a fan. She was always courteous, thinking of how she owed her viewers the success of her show. But today, she was protecting herself and her child from people who might discover her true identity.

She wished that her friend did not have to go through that. But there was nothing she could do. But two men suddenly walked toward them, asking if there was a problem.

Eida just said that it was a mistaken identity and nothing else. “We are sorry.” The couple said. “We just miss her.” The wife said to them before leaving them alone.

She wondered if her friend ever missed the limelight. She had been used to it for years but to suddenly give it up for her child. She could not help but ponder if her friend had any regrets.

She doubted, seeing Luisa in her carriage, smiling back at them. No mother would ever regret prioritizing their child over themselves. She believed if she became a mother, she would do the same.

She believed she would shower her kids with her selfless love.