Wife of The Demon Prince
Chapter 293: This adorable one

Chapter 293: This adorable one

The news of Cornell’s death took sometime to spread across the lands. Most people were surprised of his sudden death, mostly the people of Findara, but after learning that he was the cause of the war waged on Findara and also of his rebilling plans, nobody sympathized with him.

Even the people who were once supporting him before, celebrated his death. They began to realize how much they’d wronged the new king, it was because of him that their kingdom was saved from being taken by the enemies. No king had ever stepped into the battlefield by himself, but Hamon had done that, despite how much the people of Findara disregarded him.

However, since the main instigator of the rebellion had died, all the kingdoms who led their army to him quickly retreat back. Nevertheless, Hamon did not plan to let them off unpunished. He cut off any connections Findara had with the kingdoms, and also made sure there would be no supplies going to them from Findara.

Hamon and his wife spent two more days in the barracks, and in those days, he made all the arrangements to repair the damages caused by the war. Then quickly organized the soldiers who would return with them to the palace. He was supposed to handle few more things at the borders before going back, but then he didn’t want to spend any more days there. It was for one reason.

His wife was pregnant and needed a peaceful environment. Thus, he made quick arrangements to return to the place.

Hamon and Ara sitting next to each other in a gleaming carriage that was rapidly heading back to the palace. Soft cushions were placed on the seats for Ara’s comfort through the journey, but Hamon continued to fuss over his wife like a mother with her sick child.

"Do you still feel like throwing up? Should we stop the carriage again?" He asked worriedly, because Ara had suddenly urged to stop the carriage awhile ago and stepped out to throw up.

Ara shook her head, "No, I am fine now."

"Do you still crave for the chocolate cake? I can tell my soliders to make a stop at any pastry stores in the next town."

Ara shook her head again, "No, I don’t want it anymore. I just finished eating the food you gave me, maybe when we arrive at the palace, I’ll have it." He had just fed her a large amount of food some minutes ago, which had caused her to vomit.

Hamon’s brows furrowed, "But you’ve vomited all the food awhile ago, you are supposed to be eating more to gain energy in your current condition. But if you don’t want it now, just tell me when you feel like having anything, I will get it for you. Hmm?"

Knowing that she couldn’t stop him from worrying about her, Ara simply smiled and nod her head, "All right, but you should try to worry less about me as well."

She patted his lap to assure him. It almost felt like he was the one who was pregnant with how much he worried. When she was locked and tortured by Cornell, she had been deprived of proper food and sleep, and right now, this truly felt like heaven to her. Her husband had kept on pampering her for the past two days, and it made her feel overwhelmingly happy.

Hamon took Ara’s hand which was resting on his lap, then said, "You are my greatest treasure, if I don’t worry about you, then who should I worry about?" He deadpanned, then said nonchalantly,

"I have started studying some pregnancy books, and I realized how hard it is to carry a child, not to mention twins, so allow me to do this much to help you, my wife. If it was possible, I’d have been the one to carry the stress instead of my darling wife."

Ara couldn’t help but smile, it was true, she had noticed him being immersed in reading some books lately, but she hadn’t suspected it to be pregnancy books.

Hamon leaned over and tucked the strands of hair falling over her face behind her ears, then stroked her forehead. Ever since their reunion, he used every moment available to feel her warmth in his arms or touch her, as if to reassure himself that she was still by his side.

Ara smiled warmly, then said, "Some of the things written in those pregnancy books are exaggerated. You should read less of them, or else you’d only worry too much over a normal thing."

Hamon’s brows crumpled, but a moment later, he said, "Do you mean you don’t feel severe belly pains or feel like passing out due to exhaustion right now? The book said pregnant women should not_"

Ara burst into laughter at Hamon’s serious expression as he explained, she really needed to get rid of those books before her husband started to get the wrong idea of pregnancy.

Hamon chuckled awkwardly, "...why are you laughing, my wife?"

Ara covered her mouth with her palms as she couldn’t control her laughter. Watching as she continued to laugh, Hamon also burst into laughter as he could not hold on anymore.

The soldiers traveling along with them, exchanged glances as they heard the loud laughter of their king rang in the air. Who would have thought the stone faced demon king also knew how to laugh? With how he had ruthlessly killed even his men in the battlefield two days ago, the soldiers were really surprised to hear him laughing with his wife this loudly.

Hamon cupped Ara’s face with both his hands, then leaned down, he kissed her on the forehead, nose, cheeks, then lips. His hot mouth tickled her face, and Ara’s head shook as she giggled, "Hamon, that’s ticklish."

She glanced up at him with her beautiful big doe eyes, cheeks flushed. He almost felt the urge to devour her...but realizing her condition, his wife’s health was a top priority, so he slowly lowered his hands again.

Ara was pregnant, and they could not have a passionate skinship. A constant desire burned through his skin, her scent alone made his lower stomach thighten with waves of desire, he had missed her and longed for her, but he held it back, fearing that her body would be overwhelmed.

"My wife, don’t tempt me with that cute look again... it’s painful for me to see and not touch." Hamon smiled, then pecked her lips for the last time, before settling back into his seat. His voice was a soft murmur as he spoke again, "I can’t wait until the babies are born..."

Ara felt a sting in her heart at his words, but she nodded, "Me too, I can’t wait to hold my children in my arms..." She knew that her husband had another reason in mind, but a bitter smile crossed her lips, his idea wasn’t a bad one either. He wanted to make love to her because he loved her, and yet at the same time, it was because he loved her that he didn’t touch her. But would she be alive to ever have a passionate night with her husband after giving birth?

Suddenly, Hamon raised his hand and knocked on the carriage window to gain his soldiers attention, making Ara snap her head towards him. He then said through the window, "Send the maid in the other carriage to bring my wife’s health tonics."

"Yes, your majesty!"

Ara had been taking daily tonics for pregnant women, because Hamon had read it in the book that it helped pregnant women with the morning sickness. Thus, Hamon made sure she took it everytime after each meals.

"Stop the procession, we will continue the journey after my wife takes her medicine."

"Yes, your majesty!"

At Hamon’s order, not only did the carriage stop, but the entirety of the column marching outside. Ara was flattered that her husband cared so much about her, but she couldn’t help but be embarrassed at the same time.

The carriage door opened soon after the carriage stopped, and a maid arrived carrying a small bowl of tonic. Hamon took it from the maid and dismissed her, he then scooped the black content with a spoon, "Open up, my wife."

Ara had drank this several times already, but she hated the bitter taste of the medicine, "i...I can drink it myself, you don’t have to spoon feed me..."

Hamon had a light, mischievous smile on his face, "you think I would believe this again? You tricked me into believing that you took it the last time I let you drink it yourself, but in truth, you spit it out behind my back when I wasn’t looking. I am not going to give in now. Here."

Ara pouted her lips, "But, I won’t throw it_"

"If you don’t open your mouth now, I’ll be forced to feed you through my mouth. Actually, I think I’d prefer to feed you in that way."

Hamon’s red eyes squinted with laughter, but Ara knew he wasn’t joking. He wasn’t the type to suggest things he didn’t mean. She quickly opened her mouth with an "aah" and Hamon gave a wry smile,

"My sweetheart knows me too well." He scooped the black content with the spoon and carefully placed it in her mouth. She accepted the drink like a baby bird as she glanced up at him through her lashes. Her heart swelled to see the king feeding her with a careful expression on his face.

How could she describe this feeling? The mere fact that Hamon was by her side turned every moment Into a happy one. She would cherish these moments until the end of time, until she ceased to live.

"Hmm, I hate this tonic, it tastes bitter than anything else in this world, blah!"

Hamon frowned, "Really?" He glanced at the nearly empty bowl, then suddenly leaned in closer to Ara, sealing her lips with his, he used his tongue to lick the liquid that clung to her mouth, he nibbled her lips making it damp with his tongue.

Ara looked startled at the sudden kiss, but Hamon continued to stare at her in a casual manner as if he hadn’t just stolen a kiss from her, "Hmm, it does taste bitter, just like you said."

"You...!"

"But of course, it tasted sweet to me because I tasted it from your mouth."

Blood rushed to Ara’s face, and her naked reaction made Hamon’s smile widened, "That kind of face only makes me want to tease you more, my love."

"...w-what face?"

"This adorable one." Once again, he drew her body towards him and planted soft kisses on her face. Her heart felt like they would burst from her husband’s constant affection. Each moment was almost too sweet to bear. And it made her green eyes swelled up with tears.

Ara quickly hugged him to hide her teary eyes.

Hamon chuckled softly, "My wife is hugging me so suddenly, hmm, it’s sweet." He wrapped his arms around her body to bring her closer.

No matter how much time had passed, this man would be the only one to have her heart. But she hoped in the future he learned to live without her, and move on with his life, "...Hamon, will you consider taking another wife if I ask you to?" Ara asked out of the blue.

Hamon’s brows snapped together, "Never! I have already sworn my loyalty to you alone. No matter the situation, I will never take a second wife, you will be my first and last." He tightened his hold around her body as if to emphasize his words.

"But... what if something happens to me in the future, and our children need a mother, won’t you consider getting married again to give them a mother?" She asked softly, her throat tightened with emotions as she imagined another woman taking care of her husband and children.

Hamon carefully pushed away from the hug to see her face, but Ara looked downwards avoiding to meet his eyes. He used his hand to lift her chin up, "look at me, my wife." Ara looked into his eyes, and he stared at her as if he was trying to see through her, before saying,

"I don’t know why you’re thinking this way, or what even made you think that something like that would happen, but...I want you to know, as long as I live, nothing will happen to you, and no other woman would ever take your position in my heart nor in my life. You will live long to raise our children, to see them grow and get married someday."

Ara felt the heaviness in her heart increase, and the tears in her eyes threatening to roll out, she blinked it off. "But_"

"Shh, no more negative thinking. What even made such thoughts cross your mind? Is there something you’re not telling me, my wife?" He asked suspiciously with a raised eyebrow.

Ara shook her head, she wouldn’t tell him yet. "...Nothing, I’ve heard about cases where someone dies while giving birth, so_"

"So you think it would be the same for you? Never! I will make sure to get the best midwives to attend to you on that day. You should never have such thoughts in your mind." He said firmly, then drew her back into his embrace.