Hoisting her up, Maya wrapped his legs around his waist. He deepened the kiss, stealing the breath right out of her chest. Her body ignited Immediately, pleasure spreading through her veins, pooling between her thighs.

He immediately undressed her and soon she was naked before him. Trailing kisses down her neck, he settled on her right breast and began sucking ardently. Maya writhed against him, her fingers buried in his hair, pushing his head against her. Moans escaped her lips as he suckled her and it only seemed to invigorate Dexter more.

He released her nipple with a pop, placing her on the bed before he removed his clothes. Then he resumed kissing her, his fiery passion matching hers. Maya's hands roamed all over him, caressing and scratching. He pulled away, gazing into her eyes, his shining with lust. "Not today..." He murmured when Maya tried to reach up for another kiss, his gaze smoldering.

He kissed the valley between her breasts, his lips venturing lower till he reached her abdomen, lingering there. Gazing up at her, a side of his lips curled up. " There's something I've always wanted to do to you." He murmured wickedly.

That seemed to be the only warning he gave before settling between her thighs. Stunned, Maya tried to push away from him but his tight grip on her held her in place. " What are you doing?!"

She couldn't get the words out before, she felt his lips on her core. A sharp cry tore from her her lips and she arched out of the bed. His grip held her in place as she suckled on her, soft slurping sounds filling Maya's ears. She gasped, her entire body sizzling with painful pleasure.

" Oh, God... Dexter please...." She begged, tears streaming out of her eyes. Her brain had already been fried. Incomprehensible words tumbled out of her mouth as he continued with his onslaught. A hand found his hair and she grabbed it, torn between pulling him away or pushing him closer to her.

" You taste so good." He groaned against her sex. Maya gripped the sheets, her breathing ragged, mind hazy, bolts of pleasure travelling up her spine.

" Dexter! Please!" She begged when it all became too much, her body wounding so tight like a bow waiting to snap. Recognizing the building pressure as her orgasm, Maya panicked and tried to get away but him but he held her down, making it impossible for her to get away from him.

She flew over the edge, loosing control of her body entirely. Toes curled, body spasming, Maya gritted her teeth as her vision turned white, fireworks exploding in her ears. It took a while before her body calmed down, spent. But Dexter wasn't done.

Flipping her so she was lying facedown, he blanketed her body from behind, thrusting in almost immediately. Maya groaned into the bed, feeling unbearably full. He felt much deeper that way. It was a new experience for her.

He didn't move immediately, instead raised her up, fondling her breasts."Alright?" He asked, his hot breath tickling her neck. She nodded, unable to speak.

" Good," He murmured, peppering kisses down her neck as he began moving. Moans left her lips, as she threw her head back, breathing heavily. Every thrust left her soaring higher, causing the pleasure to build once more.

His thrusts were powerful but Maya found herself craving more. She wanted to feel more. Dropping back on the bed, she pushed against him.

" Don't do that." Dexter groaned, his voice harsh. But Maya kept doing it. His hold on her tightened, bothering on pain. A smile left her lips, she liked that but it's still wasn't enough.

Wondering what's wrong with her, Maya continued to push against him, causing deep groans to escape his lips. Infuriated, he picked her up, biting into her flesh in an attempt to keep her in place. A good feeling erupted all over her.

His thrusts kicked up speed, their bodies joined together, slick with sweat. One hand snaked into her hair, grabbing onto it. He was relentless now and the only thing she could do now was cry out his name, unable to keep up with him any longer.

He's overwhelmed her now, the only thing she could breath and feel was him and what he was doing to her. Her orgasm was unexpected, tearing her from inside her out. Her walls clamped against him, sobs erupting from her throats as she turned into a blubbering mess. He pushed through her orgasm before coming with a roar of his own, warm spurts of his release filling her up.

Maya fell on the bed and he collapsed on top of her, sweat dripping from his body to hers, their breathing ragged. Maya felt completely sated and so so exhausted.

Dexter pulled away from her, wrapping his hands around her. He placed a soft kiss at her drooping eyelids, still trying to catch his breath.

" Do you feel okay? Are you hurt?" He asked gently, kissing her hair. Maya smiled hazily as she drifted off to sleep. " Never felt better.." she mumbled, shutting down like a light.Dexter watched her sleep, a small smile playing on her lips.

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Fleurie arrived at her father's castle, her heart pounding in her chest. She gripped the hem of dress, a sick feeling growing in the pit of her stomach. The carriage soon rode to a stop at the entrance of the castle where she met the maids all lined up and waiting for her.

She took in a deep breath before wearing an impassive look and stepping out of the carriage. They bowed on sight, greeting her in unison. Responding to their greetings with a slight nod of her head, Fleurie started up the stairs. Alfred, the butler immediately walked up to her. " His grace, orders that you see him immediately." He announced.

Fleurie's heart skipped a beat but she nodded, letting out a shaky breath. She already expected this, no need to be panicked. She quietly made it to her father's study, her palms sweating. When she reached his office, she knocked once before walking inside. The room was dark and it took a while for her eyes to get adjusted to the darkness. When it did, she broke out in a cold sweat.

He was sitting behind his table, his gaze on her, furious as hell. A wave of nausea hit her but she forced it away. "You called on me, father." She muttered, wringling her hands as she gazed on the ground.

" What is this I hear about you being ordered out of the palace and told never to come back?" He asked in a cruelly calm voice. Fleurie swallowed.

" It is exactly as you heard it father." She spoke, her voice barely audible. The scraping sounds she heard indicated that King Gavin was up to his feet. He walked up to her, his frightening aura causing her to take several steps back.

" So, you were caught?" He asked and Fleurie shivered, unable to tear her gaze from the ground. " By the King?" He added.

" I apologise father." Fleurie squeaked out, biting her lower lips, tears blinding her eyes. All of a sudden, King Gavin raised his hands up and hit Fleurie on the head. She fell with a thud, tears tumbling her eyes, hot pain searing through her.

" You worthless scum!" He screamed, his body trembling with anger. Fleurie could only lie there, sobs racking through her. He grabbed her up by the hair, making her scalp hurt. Glaring down at her, he threatened. " If anything happens to me, if anything happens to my position, you would wish you died alongside your mother. Do you understand!?" He thundered. Fleurie could only nod, too terrified to say a word. "Now get out of my sight!"

Fleurie picked herself up from the ground, running out of her father's study, all the way to her chambers. Slamming the door behind her, she fell to the ground, covering her face with her hands. Anguish tore through her and she grabbed her chest in a bid to alleviate it. Nothing worked. As she lay there, sobbing her heart out, bitterness trickled in, blinding her.

This was all Maya's fault! If she hadn't arrived at the palace, Dexter would have been hers! He was the only one she trusted to protect her from her father. But now he was gone too, protecting another woman who didn't even deserve it! It won't end like this, she can't let it end like this. If she can't have Dexter, she'll make sure no one else is able to.

This she will make sure of.

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Maya woke up to someone smothering her with kisses the next morning. She smiled lazily, trying to pry herself away. Every muscle in her body protested against that movement, causing her to groan. Dexter froze.

"Are you alright?" He asked, slightly worried.

She nodded, then added. "Yes. Just sore." She glanced at him. He was fully dressed already. " It's morning already?"

" Yes, I have to go. I'll have Rosa prepare you a medicinal bath so you'll just be fine." He told her. Maya nodded, reaching out to touch his face.

" Okay, I still want to get some sleep." She mumbled, settling against the pillow.

" Then, I'll leave now. Take care of yourself." He said.

Maya nodded and the retreating footsteps told her that Dexter had left. She out a sigh, closing her eyes. She soon fell asleep. Exactly an hour later, a knock came on the door. Maya sat up on the bed, ordering them in.

Rosa came in with her handmaids and they helped to prepare her bath, filling it with herbs she hasn't seen before. She stepped into the large tub, letting the maids do their job. They carefully tended to her, massaging her body. By the time she stepped out of the water, most of the aches had reduced. They brought in a dress and Maya paused at it's extravagancy.

" Is something happening today?" She asked, confused.

" Yes, your majesty. You would meeting the new officials the King hired to assist you. The king ordered that you looked your best." Rosa replied.

Maya's brows furrowed but she let them dress her. Maya surprised at how it turned out once they were done dressing. It was long sleeved with a low neckline, all framed with jewels. Framing her upper body perfectly, it flowed freely down her legs, flattering them. She also realised it wasn't heavy at all. Her hair which was intricately dressed, brought out the beauty even Maya rarely saw. All of her hickeys had been professionally covered up. All in all, she looked stunning.

"I'm sorry but who picked this dress?" Maya asked as she twirled in front of the mirror.

"His majesty did." Rosa replied. Maya stopped short, her eyes widening as she stared at Rosa.

"He did?"

"He always picks out your dresses, whenever he gets the chance to, your majesty." Rosa replied, a knowing smile on her face.

Maya turned back to the mirror, still dazed. Dexter picks out her dresses. She's never heard of that before. She couldn't help the grin that broke out on her face. She resumed work with a smile on her face that day.

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The tension in the courtroom was so palpable it could be cut with a knife. Especially Gavin, who just stared ahead of him, his gaze unseeing. Dexter stared at every single one of them, watching as they grew uncomfortable on their seats.

"None of you have nothing to say?" Dexter asked after quietly regarded them. No sound was heard, not even a harsh breath. He had told them the results of his investigations, proving them wrong and leaving them speechless.

Eventually someone mustered the courage to speak up. "We deeply apologise for the accusations we've made against the queen. It's our mistake. We should have done our investigation's before supporting a rumor."

"Now, it's a rumor?" Dexter asked, and a few flinched. He leaned forward on his throne seat, his eyes narrowing. " Those people who laid accusations against the Queen and supported the rumor will have their properties seized by the palace. And you—" Dexter pinned his gaze on king Gavin, who was glaring at his hands. " Will have your title stripped of you and your territory divided in half. This is to teach never to threaten me again."

He then faced the entire council. In a cold but firm voice, he stated. "Maya will continue to be Queen and you all better get used to it."

" Yes, your majesty." Everyone repeated in unison, their voices grave. Dexter leaned back on his seat, taking in a deep breath.

" This meeting is over."