Chapter 95: Thinking Of The Future

Chapter 95: Thinking Of The Future

The Valkyries were in the meeting room of the Valkyries Hall but were very confused. Lauren had abruptly called an emergency meeting which made them think that there was a crisis.

Lauren remained silent until all the senior Valkyries were accounted for and then finally gave the signal for the meeting to start.

Casey was the first to speak, Is Avery alright, Mother?

She was informed of the ritual Ira was performing but wasnt allowed to attend. Lauren decided that if she was negatively affected by watching it take place that she needed someone to take over command of the Valkyries.

Lauren smiled as she shook her head, Avery is fine...The reason I called you all here is to tell you that she is pregnant.

Casey eyes shot open along with everyone else in the room, Are you sure?

Ive examined her myself and I suspect shes nearly a month along.

Caseys happy expression showed she was experiencing far more emotion than she had in years.

Lauren gave an understanding nod before she addressed the entire room, As of now, Avery is regarded as the most important person in our family. Well keep ten Valkyries near her at all times. Casey and I will alternate between weeks, while the other eight of you will stay close to her until she gives birth. Send one of the younger Valkyries to inform the servants of the house to prepare an adequate amount of supplies and nurses. Remember, no harm must come to Avery or the child, even if we all have to die they must be protected.

No one showed any signs of protest as they solemnly nodded in agreement.

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A little while later, Ira paced back and forth Inside of the Valkyries quarters while mumbling to himself.

I knew it would happen eventually...but I didnt think it would happen so soon...Names...What will I name it...Him? Her? Im really going to be a father... Ira was clearly ecstatic, but there was some nervousness present that was a far cry from his usual self. Just the thought of knowing his child was on the way had an effect on his mental state.

A Valkyrie returning from somewhere spoke as she walked past him, Congratulations.

Oh...Thanks. Ira nodded absentmindedly. It soon dawned on him that he had no idea how to take care of an infant.

Names...Names... Ira looked to be in thought.

Another Valkyrie appeared and patted him on the shoulder, Congratulations.

Thanks. Ira nodded as his mind raced.

A little while later another Valkyrie appeared and moved to stand near Ira, Shall we visit the mother to be?

Thank you, Ira said unconsciously until he suddenly looked at the person speaking. It was Casey who held a smile on her face as she looked at him.

Oh...Uh, visit? Ira asked.

Casey nodded before gesturing toward Averys room, We plan on building a room for her personal use somewhere more isolated and easily defendable.

Thats good...Thats good, Ira answered in a distracted manner.

So, are you ready to enter? Casey asked once again.

I am, Ira nodded.Updated from novelbIn.(c)om

Casey moved to open the door and Averys figure was revealed. She was currently wearing the greyish training robes that most of the Valkyries wore, but that was likely to change as she moved further along in her pregnancy.

This could be an opportunity, Hayden stated slyly.

Windsor became more cautious as he slowly spoke, ...An opportunity for what?

The Telvians have become a threat and are confident in destroying us...So confident in fact, they sent a few spies who wish to destroy us from the inside. One of these spies happened to catch onto the news of the Thynnes and slipped an assassin in with the group of healers they requested. It would be unfortunate if Iras unborn child were to meet with an accident. It would be the perfect opportunity for them, Every word rolled off of Haydens tongue with a persuasive quality, even Windsor found himself considering it for a split second. With the Golden Aurora awakening, he could have a force able to withstand the younger Valkyries and with a sword made from God Steel they could contend with the older ones.

No! Windsor shouted as he slammed his fist and woke up from his delusion. The Valkyries werent the problem, it was Ira. His potential was so great that Windsor couldnt imagine where he would end up.

But, Father, if we just Hayden prepared to make his case but Windsor wouldnt let him.

You are forbidden for leaving the palace or meeting with your retainers for the next month. Youll bring ruin to the entire Kingdom with thoughts like that. Windsor gave a signal and two of his Death Guards appeared and moved toward Hayden who had a perplexed look on his face.

My retainers? If I cant meet with them then the others will try to bring them over to their side...If I cant leave Ill look incompetent as Leonard...Ill lose most of my supporters, Father! Hayden shouted with a panicked look.

Windsor remained silent as the Death Guards apprehended Hayden and dragged him away.

Father! You cant do this, Father! Hayden struggled but it was no use.

Windsor sighed as he rubbed his forehead, he eyed the quiet servants and guards standing outside the throne room as Hayden was escorted out before giving a meaningful nod to Windsor. Even if they didnt hear there was still the chance they did, the safest course would be to kill them before the slightest whisper could be exchanged.

I understand, Your Majesty, Rubin showed a knowing look as he bowed and excused himself.

He has much to learn Windsor said as he sighed.

The Fourth Prince, Leonard, was busy constructing some intricate plan. He had holed himself up in his quarters for a few days and spent all of them constructing some scheme. He had no way of knowing that there was a shadow watching him the entire time.

So damn boring, Casper thought to himself. Ira had assigned him to monitor the Fourth Prince first, but there was nothing to be gained from it.

He had tried reading the notes that Leonard jotted down, but there was no way to understand them since they seemed to be encoded. At first, he thought that Leonard was aware of him but that suspicion passed quickly.

I wonder how he would react if he knew I killed his assistant. Casper passed his time by thinking of scenarios, but it couldnt ease the complete boredom.

Forget it, if I dont get something good that psychopath wont allow me to continue breathing, Casper decided to go explore the Palace to see if there were any other rumors or noteworthy information to be gained. He planned to report to Ira soon and he didnt want to appear empty-handed. He inadvertently remembered Iras method of questioning which was just slamming him into the ground until nearly every bone in his body was shattered. A chill ran down his spine as he imagined it happening it again.

As he slipped through the hallways he heard a commotion and went to investigate.

Let go of me! Father! The First Prince was being detained by a pair of odd looking royal guards.

Strange. Casper minimized his presence as they walked past and followed them hoping to unearth some details. Suddenly, A guard turned his head toward Caspers general direction causing him to retreat.

Something wrong? The other Death Guard asked.

No...Just my imagination. He shook his head and continued dragging the First Prince toward his quarters.

Casper exhaled as he realized the danger of the previous moment. He slithered toward the throne room in hopes of obtaining more information and arrived outside of it only to see guards slitting the throats of several servants.

This is odd, Casper observed them, but the guards didnt speak of why they were murdering the servants, they just performed their duty and dragged the bodies away.

Casper observed for a few moments before deciding it was enough and made his way out of the palace at a hurried pace. He had discovered some information he deemed important enough to inform Ira of and it would help demonstrate his capabilities or at least thats what he hoped.