After the storm comes the blue sky and the bright sun, which illuminated the quiet room. The air still contained the two men's pheromones, turning the room into a comfortable and pleasant space.
Lucian opened his eyes slowly, his diamond eyes focusing on the dark ceiling. He stretched slightly feeling something in his chest, and as lowered his head noticed Magnus sleeping hunched in his arms.
Now, what did he have there?
Unlike usual, the omega seemed innocent and harmless while sleeping. Even with the messy hair and body full of hickeys and bites which proved the intense night they shared. Magnus's hand rested on Lucian's chest, shining the wedding ring.
Ah, that's right... he was married the day before. Now he was the husband of Magnus Grimwood, the first villain from
Lucian's slender fingers glided gently over his sleeping face. Magnus fidgeted lightly and rubbed his face into his chest, but he continued to sleep soundly. A funny smile appeared on his lips as he watched such a lovely reaction.
Inevitably he passed his arm around the naked waist of Magnus, pulling it against himself. Only with that action the omega raised his head and looked for the alpha's smell, hiding his face in the curvature of Lucian's neck.
Ah, he was going to die right there.
It was the happiest day of his life.
Lucian remained motionless there, even when soft knocks echoed at the door and the figure of the butler entered the room. Lucian even blushed slightly, but his instinct pulled the heavy cover covering Magnus' nakedness and keeping his face hidden around his neck as if trying to prevent that sleeping Magnus from being seen.
"Good morning, Your Highness. Would you like to have breakfast here in the room?"
Lowering his eyes to Magnus, Lucian was bothered to wake him up. I mean, how would he miss the chance to have that beautiful villain sleeping in his arms, all sly without even knowing? When Magnus wakes up, surely that joy will go away.
"Yes, let's have breakfast here."
The butler just bent down and pulled the cart with breakfast to the table next to the balcony. To the relief of Lucian, Carsen did not stare at him, even when he put the plates on the table he made noise. If it were not for observing Carsen there, Lucian would hardly feel his presence.
After a few minutes, Carsen bowed and left the room quietly. Lucian sighed and looked at Magnus, who was still sleeping deeply.
"Haa... so beautiful" whispered Lucian rubbing his finger on his cheek.
The prince sat on the bed, leaning against the head of the bed and holding his husband in his arms. Just the idea of having a husband, and this being his literary crush, was crazy. Looking at the window, Lucian caught himself thinking about it.
I mean... Lucian woke up in that story and had the chance to get Magnus to be with him. The goal was to protect him and Magnus, who died in the original.
He... got it, right?
That is, they were not yet one hundred percent safe yet, but Lucian concluded some goals. Managed to get out of the Imperial Palace and married Magnus.
The penny dropped.
Lucian's chest tickled with happiness.
Lucian was able to fulfill two goals, which in some ways were difficult to achieve. But now, there he was in the bed of the Grimwood Mansion, with his villain in his arms sleeping after the wedding night.
If happiness was the name of that feeling, Lucian imagined he would feel it hundreds of times stronger. It was his first conquest.
Magnus writhed in his arms, and the crimson eyes opened lazily until they focused on Lucian. The alpha was still lost in thought, with a blush on his cheeks and a happy smile on his face as he hugged the omega's waist. Noticing the movement in bed, Lucian lowered his eyes to Magnus and smiled sweetly.
"Good morning, dear."
Magnus yawned and rubbed his face on Lucian's neck, which made him laugh by the unexpectedly cute act.
"Good morning" he said snoring, stretching lightly.
"Are you comfortable?"
"No... my ass hurts" Claimed the omega, pulling a laugh from Lucian. Still, Magnus did not come out of the embrace "Tired?"
"Not at all. I'm just trying to keep you stuck in bed for today."
"It seems so."
Magnus sat on the bed, his heavy blanket sliding down his naked and marked body. Lucian continued to observe him with satisfaction for the work of art he created on his wedding night. Lucian had not yet learned to control his instincts and pheromones, but he was proud of himself for having worked so hard last night to be able to savor every turn, kiss and touch of Magnus.
"Look at him already wanting to abandon me to dive into work. It's our first day as a couple, you know?"
"I have things to do, like continue investigating those mercenaries who insist on attacking you."
"Oh, I understand..."
Magnus looked over his shoulder and sighed down as he turned on the bed and leaned his arms in his knees.
"And you also have things to do, remember?"
"Me? Like what?"
"Now you are my consort. It is you who will run this mansion now."
The alpha's heart accelerated slightly. Even so, Magnus had already commented on that, that Lucian would have to fulfill his duty as consort, which means manage the Grimwood. However, he had no idea what exactly he should do as a consort. If it was like what he did in his other life, behind an office table, making spreadsheets and taking care of budgets and expenses... Lucian was not afraid of that.
"Well... when it comes to administration I can handle it."
"Not only that. All problems related to the mansion will now be solved by you. Hiring new employees is on your own. Filtering mail and invitations is yours. You should also attend events to represent the Grimwood."
"Representing the Grimwood...?" Just imagine Lucian being announced as a Grimwood made his heart race and a slight flushing appear on his cheeks "But do I really need to go?"
"No. You may be the husband of a Grand Duke…" Magnus rose from bed, without bothering to stand naked in front of Lucian "… but you remains an imperial prince. If you don't want to, then you don't have to do anything. The others just need to shut up and lower their heads by taking your orders."
The surprise in Lucian's face made him realize the weight that now falls on his shoulders.
It was a little scary, in fact, to know that his every step would reflect on Magnus' reputation. However, what his husband was now saying was that no one in that Empire would have the right to oppose him, since he had great power in his hands.
"Well... you're also a saint now" mocked Magnus with a malicious smile "From mouse to dove, that's evolution."
Lucian uttered a low laugh and tilted his head slightly, finding his body to stand up.
"I'm still the prey of a dirty cat."
"Glad you know." Magnus pulled Lucian's ankle and dragged him across the bed until he stopped in front of him, slightly surprised by the sudden attitude "If you want to destroy the world, be my guest. Just leave a little fun for me."
There was a certain malice there. Magnus could be giving him permission to be arrogant and step on the ego of several people in that Empire, yet he would also do so by his side.
Ah... Lucian loved him.
Lucian uttered a funny laugh and sat on the edge of the bed hugging the omega's waist, rubbing his fingertips into his naked skin.
"I'll leave all the fun to you, but for that you need to become the king of the underworld."
"The king, huh?"
"Hm... Trust me and just keep following me" Lucian lifted his fingers up Magnus' arm until he held his hand and kissed his back "I'll give you the world if necessary."
Magnus opened a haughty smile at him, not seeming to have any hesitation or discomfort. Would the Grand Duke have become accustomed to Lucian? He hoped so.
As soon as they had bathed and were dressed with the help of the servants, they sat down to have breakfast. Carsen returned to the room accompanied by Argus and a team of servants. Several maids began to tidy up the couple's room, while Carsen bowed respectfully.
"The preparations for the trip have been made, when do you wish to leave?"
"Trip?" Lucian tilted his head and looked at Magnus "What trip?"
"Honeymoon" Magnus replied quietly while serving coffee in his cup "We'll leave this afternoon. I still need to finish some things here and send Eugene to the academy."
"The young master has already left at dawn."
"Is it really?" Magnus frowned "Well, I'll write a letter to him then. Anyway, check if everything was properly organized. I don't want any headache on this trip."
Carsen bowed again and turned to Argus, giving him instructions. Lucian ignored them and leaned toward the omega with some curiosity.
"You didn't tell me anything about it. I didn't think you would like a honeymoon."
"I don't care about those doves coming here after you to talk about being a Saint. That's why I'll kidnap you."
Lucian uttered a muffled laugh and nibbled a piece of bread, taking it to his mouth.
"And what will be our destiny?"
"Port of Baydenn."
"But... that's close to my mine."
Magnus just smiled at the cup, and Lucian understood immediately. Your husband had some plan for that trip.