Chapter 38 - A Broken Heart...

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Queen Ariadne's POV.

Leaving without the permission of the Emperor was a sign of disrespect, but I didn't care I walked out of him when he asked me that question. A birthday wish was what he was supposed to say, it was not a big deal but he didn't do it. Maybe he feels how it's hurt to be ignored.

By the time I got into the room, Anne was not in. Am sure she went home to take a rest as I told her earlier. This was more frustrating for me, who was I going to explain this pain to. Her heart ached each minute I thought of the Emperor's words. He hurt me without caring about the pain inflicted on me. This wasn't fair, a husband was supposed to be his wife back bone in such situations not the other way around.

I got hold of myself and I promised my legs that I won't stress it today by not going out again. As for my heart, I wasn't in control of it at this moment, the Emperor was. And he hurt it a lot, leaving Awlful cracks.

The sight of Queen Valeria made me cry the more. She was standing in front of the door when the Emperor and I were discussing. I Know she will be happy at the end of the day seeing us fight. This was going to be her favorite reality show and of course the talk of the various gossiping groups formed in the hallway.

I remembered some months ago, when the Emperor came back from his long journey, he quarreled her because of maid. The event took place in the hall way of the women's quarters, everyone was present. I even laughed at the end not knowing that today, would be my turn.

One terrible fact about being the Emperor's Queen was that he would never respect you but in private and public. The citizens were the only one who would showed their respect. He cared less of what people think about him that why he acted the way he did.

Expecting anything from the Emperor was quite foolish of me. I was going to make myself happy no matter what with or without a husband by my side. Finally, a day will come I might gain my freedom and also a loving man that would respect and care for me more than the Emperor.

"Queen Ariadne" mother interrupted my thoughts. Only then, did I realized that I didn't lock the door when I came in. My mood was bad that's why.

"Good day mother " I stood up to show my respect to her. She seemed excited, am sure Anne had already told the news. She was the chief broadcaster of my birthday. I trusted her on this.

"Your maid told me everything" she said.

"Why didn't you inform us?" earlier a voice chimmed in. She stood behind mother I couldn't see her. Of course I know it was a female voice, there was no way a man will come to the Women's quarters. Only the Emperor was allowed in here.

"Who is it mother" I asked out of curiosity. The voice was familiar but I couldn't never imagined that she could come to my room after the scene outside. Mother didn't answer me rather, she gave way for me to get a better view. Guess who it was... Queen Valeria.

"Happy birthday The youngest Queen of the Palace" she beamed me a smile when she wished. Behind her was six maids with two other queens whose name I never knew till now. The Emperor had many wives, there was no way I could know all. Only the ones would who where dramatic were known. For example, Queen Valeria, many knew her. The number of maids that walked behind her drew all attention to her.

"Thank you Queen Valeria" I said. This was strange but I had no choice. She was being kind, there was no way I could such gestures.

"Mother and I brought some gifts for you. I hope you like them" Queen Valeria ushered the maid in. Showing the gifts to me. There were jewelries and clothes. I showed that I was satisfied with the gifts and told the maids to drop them on the table. This was to show that I have accepted with the gifts. But all these didn't matter to me now, I wanted a gift from my husband too.

"Happy birthday my child" Mother said. "The creator protect you forever dear"

"Thank you mother" I answered. Almost not crying. Why was this woman so different from her son?

"Why are you not happy on this joyous occasion Queen Ariadne?" Mother asked. I didn't know when tears rushed down my cheeks. I started sobbing as mother hugged me and I felt relieved quickly as though the hug came from my birth mother.

"What do you expect? Your son is the only one who could terrorize her" Queen Valeria said. I loved her choice of words, terrorize... yes of course He did.

"O my goodness, stop crying Queen Ariadne and tell me what happened" mother asked with a worried face.

I tried my best to hold the remaining tears that wanted to pour out like rivers. I cleared my throat and began my narration.

"I...told him about my birthday and he acted like he didn't care mother" I started sobbing again. I wondered why I was crying so much. What was wrong with me? I was no cry baby before, why now?

"What!" Mother exclaimed. She released me from her hold. This angered her I could tell from her reaction.

"Sargon could be childish some times but that's not what he meant" she said immediately fearing that I might increased my tears if she added any salt to my wounds.

"I pray so Queen Valeria" said. She rolled her eyes up. It seemed the Emperor had dealt with us both.

"I will go and speak with him at once. Don't worry Queen Ariadne" she assured.

"Stop crying, it doesn't suit you queen" Queen Valeria added. Giving me a short smile.

Together with mother and the maids they left to see the Emperor. I lost all hope already.. The Sargon, I knew would never do what people imposed on him.