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“That was amazing,” I told them. “I love having you both.”
Bayleon held me from behind as I laid my head on Bastian’s chest. Both men wrapped their arms around me, holding me close. I felt amazing … complete. Bayleon leaned over and kissed the back of my shoulder, pressing his growing cock against my back. A smile spread across my face. This was what I wanted, to have both my men and to love them.
We laid there most of the night, pleasuring one another until we passed out from exhaustion. I wanted to give Bayleon and Bastian a night to remember, a night full of hope, love, and the promise of a beautiful future. I think we succeeded.
Chapter28
Bayleon
ONE WEEK LATER
Living with the same affliction for nearly two hundred years, it was hard to believe everything had changed so quickly. The moment I drank the cure, I felt the pressure of being cursed drift away as if it had never been there. I didn’t have to hide my eyes from anyone anymore. When I saw my skin had taken on the golden shimmer of the Spring fae and that my eyes were no longer what they used to be, I felt immense pride swell within me. I wasn’t an outcast with the fae anymore; I was one of them—a king.
Our army has blossomed ever since Bastian and I traveled to the Tyvar to deliver the cure. We’d arrived at the encampment to find only those loyal to us remained alive; everyone else had been killed because of their betrayal. After we shared the elixir, each of our men underwent a transformation similar to ours and their true magical powers began to awaken within them. The Tyvar curse had overpowered the part of us which prevented access to our true nature.
It was still mind-boggling that a single siren could’ve placed such a powerful curse on us. However, Diawen was still alive and, hopefully, weakened now that the Tyvar was no more. While Bastian and I were busy giving our men the cure, Lia watched over Lerissa’s family in Aidan’s court. Unfortunately, once our men drank the potion, Lerissa felt her magic change. Her newfound ability to remain on land wasn’t as strong, only allowing her a couple hours on the ground each day. I couldn’t even begin to understand how much debt I owed this girl for giving us a second chance at a real life, at being able to love without boundaries.
Shaylyn bowed her head to me as she passed by in the garden. “Good afternoon, Your Highness.”
As if this blessing wasn’t enough, my brother and I had been honored by the Land of the Fae itself—an honor I prayed every day to live up to.
The jovial sound of horse-drawn carriages and muffled voices echoed from the depths of the palace as I rushed down the path toward the entrance. Bastian stood stoically at the door, nodding courteously to those who arrived for Lia’s special evening. His face lit up when he saw me approach, his blond hair combed neatly and the cape around his shoulders trimmed with gold embroidery. Lia had gone all out with our outfits, ensuring everyone knew we were the kings of the Blossom Court. I stood beside Bastian as fae from all corners of the realm bowed humbly in reverence as they passed us by.
“It’s about time you got here, brother,” Bastian teased with a smirk. “Did you happen to see all the lemon trees lining the north side of the garden?”
Before I could reply, my attention was immediately drawn to Lia as she walked out of the palace; her red curls piled high atop her head were adorned with delicate flowers and her crown shone brightly in the sun. The emerald dress she was wearing clung to her curves perfectly as she appeared before us and kissed Bastian lightly on the cheek.
“I saw the lemon trees,” Lia said. “They’re lovely.”
Then she turned to me and pressed her lips against mine, tasting like sweet honeysuckles. “But I also saw the cherry blossom trees on the south side of the grounds,” she whispered in my ear before pulling away.
“I did that for you,” I murmured back reassuringly.
Her amethyst eyes twinkled knowingly before she interlocked our hands together, linking herself with Bastian and me.
“Thank you, both of you,” she said, smiling sweetly.
“Are you ready for tonight?” Bastian asked, bringing her hand up to his lips and kissing it gently.
Lia smiled and winked at us. “More than ready. I want the whole realm to see how amazing you are.”
My gaze raked down her body. “I don’t think anyone will be looking at us, my love. They will be captivated by you.”
Bastian chuckled. “At least we don’t have to worry about other men trying to take what’s ours now.”
I lifted Lia’s hand and kissed it. “And what a relief that is.”
Lia smiled. “You never had to worry about that to begin with. Even when you didn’t know it, I was always yours.”
I looked deep into her eyes. “And you always will be.”
Chapter29
Lia
Not long ago, we had our Equinox Ball. But I wanted to throw this one to introduce Bayleon and Bastian as Kings of Blossom Court and to help more former Tyvar blend in with normal society. They would not have to hide their eyes or dread the prospect of inadvertently killing any women they mesmerized. Some had been cursed for centuries. Seeing them adapt so quickly was truly heartening. The Blossom Court guard had become much stronger with their presence.
Across the ballroom, my attention landed on the people I wanted to see. Ember was in the corner with Korra in her arms, talking to my cousin, Ella, whose belly seemed bigger since the last time I saw her. She was due in a couple more months. Bastian danced with my mother and Bayleon with my aunt Ariella, so I hastened to Ember and Ella. Although I wanted to speak with both of them, what I wanted more was to hold Korra myself.
