They stayed in each other's embrace, basking in the afterglow."It was the longest war ever. I hated being away." His voice seemed distant. Her ear was pressed against his chest listening to his periodic beats while hers were in chaos. He wasn't exhausted in the slightest and could go on for longer
"We should be glad the war is over now. But it wasn't your longest war, it was barely 2 months," she chimed at him. A soft smile was on her lips. Abrielle felt a bit of pride in her heart knowing she had helped him. Not only did she help facilitate the war coming to an end faster, but she also won the Flameworth family to their side.
She knew Cedric was going to start the battle for the throne any time soon, having another major family on his side would increase his advantage.
