Chapter 222 - Pregnant And Beautiful

Stacey noticed that her stomach became bigger and her breast swells. Maverick was gawking at her every time he wasn't busy and always took a photo of her in a fancy dress. She's happy that Maverick was so excited about this. She was happy that she shared this very special happiness with him. 

"So, we are going back to the castle?" She asked him. 

"Yes. But we can stay here if you want. However, I still have a lot of things to do back in the castle. Although Cal and Kai visit the castle, we can't run away forever." 

"It's fine with me." 

He looked at her round bump as he bent down and kissed it. 

"Daddy can't wait to see you, my little one." 

"I think our baby can't wait." She whispered. He stood straight as he reached her face and kissed her lips. "Alright, our lift is here." 

She put her trench coat on her flat shoes. She then took her purse and followed him. They went to the chopper and the house was locked down with the bars. She noticed that it was made in a fortress. Maverick made it for her. Her heart melted, her lips pouted as Maverick walked forward while holding her hand. Her husband was just so sweet. 

They climbed up on the chopper and he put the headphones on and her seat belt. Then, Butler Paul and Secretary Morgan hopped in as well. Shortly, they left the villa protected. Then, they stopped in the private airport and used the private plane back to Marduque. It was another one-hour flight. 

At the time that they reached Marduque, the Blue Knight was there to salute them and so was his Emerald knight. He took his wife directly to their bedroom and she sat down on the bed and removed her shoes. 

"It's tiring." She said, 

"I know." He went to the fridge and checked each of the water. Butler Paul already took samples on each of them and said that it was clear from any dangerous formula. She drinks on the glass bottle that has a seal and relaxes. "Do you want to change clothes?" 

"Yes, please… I think I'm going to sleep." 

"How are you feeling?" He asked. 

"I'm just tired." She whispered. "I'm not hungry, but I'll tell you if I get hungry." 

"Good." 

Butler Paul bowed. 

"You need to take a rest too." He told him. "I'll take care of my wife." 

"Thank you, sir." 

He prepares the basin with warm water. Then, he took a clean towel and wiped her face, arms, armpit, and her body since she was too tired to have a shower. He then helped her change into sleeping clothes. She yawned and lay flat down. 

"Love, can you buy me a maternity pillow? I want to hug something with support at my back whenever you aren't with me." 

"Sure. I will have it delivered today." 

"Thank you." She slowly closed her eyes. He put pillows on both of her sides. "I love you." She whispered. 

"I love you more each day." He whispered and kissed her lips then her tummy. "Daddy loves you." 

He looked at her once again before he put the basin back in the bathroom. He stripped off his clothes and took a warm bath under the shower. It relaxes his body and mind. He made it quick so he could find that pillow that his wife needed. He called the store manager and told him to gather all of the maternity pillows through video call. He looked as they tested it in front of him. 

"I want the best products. Send it here." 

"Yes, your grace." The manager bowed. He rubbed his wet hair and glanced at his pregnant beautiful wife. 

He walked toward the bed and cuddled with her. He will wait until they have the package. She was snoring softly while hugging the pillow and lying sideways. It's just adorable that she's like that. He loves her so much. If they don't have a serious problem now. They might live happily and free without any anxiety that one of them might die because of assassination. 

His phone chimed and then, he informed the house Head Maid that he will have a package from the Edward Shopping Center. 

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Kaisley noticed that there was a maid who might be staring at her. She memorized each face and each name but was there a new maid? She doesn't want to alarm everyone but she takes note of her face. So, she went away and called Empress. The Empress answered and since the Empress has access to the castle, it would be easy to know the person was. She remained relaxed and continued with doing her work for Monday since her husband was also busy. 

Shortly, Prince Philip came to her and sat down. 

"Are you supposed to exercise with  your husband?" 

"Grandpa, I am done walking. I walked with him and I am too lazy to do weights or anything else." 

"How about tai-chi dance exercise or maybe yoga? I think I also need to do yoga." 

"Hmm, that's pretty good actually." 

"You and Cal staying here are perfect." He said. "But really, you don't have to work so hard." 

"Grandpa, I love working. What should I probably do at home? Wait for Cal?" She shrugged. "I'd rather pick him up or the other way around." 

"Hmm, if you get pregnant and have kids with him?" 

"Grandpa, I won't stop working. I will do both responsibilities. I can work from home and still take care of my kids." 

Prince Philip was partially against it but then Kaisley was the only heiress that could take care of their family business. Kaisley isn't just handling one business but every Etrama facility. 

"Just tell me if you are tired." 

"I will." 

"You have to take a break occasionally. It's part of your health therapy, are we clear?" 

"Crystal clear," Kaisley said. She turned off her computer and faced her uncle. "Uncle,"

"Hmm?" He asked. 

"If ever that Uncle Ed passed the throne to Kenz, who would take over the Westeria?" 

"You can move there if you want." He said. "It won't matter who the Duke is. He will still be the King and the Duke." 

"Alright," She sighed. "I was just wondering about stuff in here." 

"Hmm, do you want to take the crown?" 

"Hell, no." She scoffed. "I want the job that I have, my husband. I am just worried that a certain family would climb up to get that spot." 

"There are possibilities." He said. "You need to increase your forces and rather stay in Westeria to claim your new residence once Kenz becomes the King." 

"Victoria already loves the place and Kenzo grew up there." She nodded her head. "But it's still a long way, grandpa." 

Philip looked away as he thought of the good days back in that castle. It was full of happy moments. It was full of love and they didn't care much about problems until tragedy started happening. The King already set Kenzo as the Crown Prince even back then since Philip was the firstborn of the family. 

"Kenzo and Victoria have no choice but to live here. Although this castle has a lot more tragedy than that Castle." 

"Grandpa, I will make sure that each citizen in this country is happy and so were the rogues who wanted to live a peaceful life. Although I know that rogues are somehow dangerous as one of them or more would be a terrorist. I will help Kenzo and Mave with our security system by funding from the Etrama profits." 

"That was your plan?" The Prince smiled. 

"Yes, investing more in new technology, security systems, and firearms is what we need now. After I learned that Kenzo and the Red Bull nearly died in that mission, I already decided that I must take action as well." 

"You are right." He nodded his head. "I had worked for so long to strengthen the army. Now that Kenzo, Mave, and Caleb are here, we could increase our army too. Also, with the support of Spania, we will be unstoppable. But never will we use it on our people." 

"Civil war might happen soon enough although it might look peaceful." She said and she swiped on her phone and showed an organization to her grandfather. "Currently, there are people on this website who are claiming that Gazen's should rule. Although lots of netizens knew well about the people's suffering from the Gazen Empire, there were still believers in the Gazens. Probably because they were brainwashed by someone or something." She thought deeply as Philip checked the website. 

"Did you already report this?" 

"I did." She nodded her head. "I was waiting for the Empress's reply." 

"Let them handle such things, my dear." He then looked at the Emerald on her forefinger as he reached her hand and caressed the emerald. "Your father always wanted to give this to his beloved daughter. He mentioned to me that you should have this and so was the rest of the Emerald that was passed down to him. You have to take care of it." 

She smiled at him and nodded. 

"I will, Uncle." 

"Now, should I ask for a yoga instructor?" 

"I guess we should ask for a yoga instructor.." She shrugged.