Chapter 42: Chapter 42

Artifacts That Arouse Suspicions

Zara

“I hereby pronounce you King and Queen Moretti of this royal palace of Spain,” The king maker had said.

I could only look and wonder how it was I had came to be at this exact place where I was. Wasn’t it just yesterday when I came as a princess from her home at England? Somehow, I ended up being the Queen of Spain…

Zack was by my side throughout the coronation. During the ceremony, I had intertwined my hands in his. I expected him to let my hands loose but he just let it longer there.

It was a sensational feeling as I really missed his touch. I wished we could make love like we did before but that looked impossible right now. He didn’t even sleep in the room again and for some reason, he detested me.

Did he have a secret lover?

Perhaps, she warmed his bed and made him happy?

Was that why he left me alone? These were the questions I asked myself.

His face held a look of displeasure but he gave out fake smiles to people, especially the meddling we paparazzi who checked on every news going on in the palace.

There was once a time they made an headline on Fernánda as: A Red Witch in the Walls of the palace. That had been a very funny experience because people started giving her strange glances. They spread rumors about her selling her soul to the devil to get what she wanted.

The ceremony had come to an abrupt end.

We marched out afterwards. I knew being a Queen held great responsibilities. Thus, I embraced whatever challenge in mind. Zack’s mother summoned me earlier today. Let me replay a little bit of what had happened.

I walked nervously with me taking steps of panic as I opened the door of Queen Moretti's Chambers. Zack mother was a good looking person with a flawless skin. She moved like a real Queen in all respects and aspects.

“Have a seat, Zara,” she said. Remembering all mum's teachings, I curtseyed at her before seating.

“I believe you've had a great deal of history with the palace. Dating back to when you and Zack had to go to Island Formentera.” She said. I studied her intensely as she spoke. I silently wondered where exactly she was heading.

“Yes, your highness,” I replied.

“Though that is not where I’m heading, Zara. There are some secrets that hold the foundation of our family and that is what I want to share with you today,” she said.

“As you know, I’m Italian. My late husband and I had so many enemies in the past from our expenditures together. Right now, there are lots of people who want the throne. This is the reason for the tight security in the palace.” Her words sank in my body.

Back at the island, Zack had mentioned this but he just didn’t go into full details. He made me believe that nothing was wrong.

“This is a necklace that has been in every Queen’s possession. The necklace helps every Queen discover her chakra to help her in self-growth. Have it,” she said, dropping the piece on my hand. It was an extremely white necklace that looked like a museum's artifact.

“But, your majesty. I can’t accept this. This must really mean much to you!” I exclaimed, with the necklace in my hand. I aimed to give her back but she withdrew.

“There is a curse that holds in Moretti family. With that necklace, I can assure you that no evil will come your way. Just hold on to it and never let it go,” she said.

What was this?

An eerie season of Sabrina the witch? Why were really creepy things happening to me lately?

“But, Moretti blood doesn’t run in my veins. Shouldn’t it be Zack with this necklace?” I asked.

She let out a brief chuckle.

“That’s not how it works, child. You see, in those days, females were the strength of every family. This is why evil came for them. Just keep this, child,”

And that was how I found myself with a royal artifact in my possession.

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As the Queen, I made sure the peasants didn’t suffer again. Through Alejandro and Lucas, I was able to make them live a comfortable live individually.

I sent for Diego and was highly impressed by his jester skills. He had a great talent, like most brown skinned men I have met. This made me hire him without a blink of an eye.

My tomboy nature was still lingering there. I remembered wearing a casual wear to a meeting filled with representatives of different States. I could remember the horrific looks on everyone’s faces!

Zack wasn’t still talking to me even after the coronation. I wondered what his problem was. Didn’t he know that a King and Queen had to work together to make a beautiful nation?

I understood he lost his father but how come I was the only one he didn’t converse with?

I summoned the royal doctor this morning, due to the constant diarrhea I had.  I noticed she looked moody when he entered.

“My Queen, Good morning,” she said. The royal doctor was a middle-aged woman who wore a thick-rimmed glasses that made her look professional.

“Yes, doctor. Is all okay? You don’t look alright at all.” I commented.

“Yes, my Queen. Let’s begin,”, she said.

“I don’t know what it is, doc but just know you can share the slightest thing bothering you.” I told her. She only smiled politely before responding.

“Very well, my Queen,” she said.

Queen.

A title that held several meanings. When you were Queen, everyone tried to please you. It brought respect and so far, that was what I had gotten.

She ran multiple tests on me. I could feel a sigh of relief as she did that.

Then, for a brief moment, she paused in her position, looking shocked. I could only wonder what was in her mind.

“Is it something bad? Am I going to die?” I asked her, intensely startled at the look she gave. It was as if this was a dreaded moment.

“Oh, no, my Queen. I bring good news,” Her hands took mine as she bowed self-consciously.

“Tell me, doctor, what’s this good news that made me so sick?” I asked her immediately. I could feel my breath pacing and my heart thudding loudly. For all I knew, she might just be trying to make me feel better.

“I must say, my Queen that you are indeed pregnant with a child!” She said, with a smiling face.

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