18

I woke up the next morning and noticed Kana held me against his chest as he slept. I tried to get out of his hold, but was startled when Kana latched onto me for dear life. "Kana?"

He sighed with relief, "sorry. You startled me."

I smiled towards him, "I fell asleep?"

He nodded, "you fell asleep while the doctor was helping you, so I brought you here and aided in treating you."

"Where are Akito and Kairi?" I asked as I sat up.

Kana got out of bed and came over to the other side where I let my feet hang off. "They are in the room next door."

I looked up to his deep red eyes, "did anything happen while you were with the others?"

He sighed and kneeled in front of me, "I did not hurt them."

I sadly glanced at our hands, "they don't mean us any ill fortune, Kana."

Kana squeezed my hands, "that man, the older one with green eyes, tried to attack me while you were with the doctor." My eyes shot to meet his that were filled with sadness. "He said that if you died from this he would kill me." I tried to talk but he shook his head, "I ignored him, but the queen spoke with wisdom. She said that you should stay here until you give birth. She fears you will be attacked again since you are at a weakened state. I informed Henry that I will not be back for a few days so that I can be sure you are better and are settling here. I will go back home in a few days to keep everything in order and will come back here whenever I can in order to see you and the children."

I looked to the floor, "no, I will go back with you."

Kana took one of his hands from mine and put it on my cheek so that I would look back to his face. "It is alright, Eva, I agree with the queen. I am not mad." He kissed me, "this is the safest place for you to be and I cannot guarantee your safety at our home." He stood and helped me do the same, "now let's go find Kairi and Akito. I am sure they want to see you."

I quickly embraced Kana, "thank you." I whispered before kissing him and allowing him to lead me out of the room by our joined hands. I had to aid Kana to find his way to the dining room where he guessed the children would be. When we came into the room everyone stopped and looked to us, "Good morning."

"Mama, Daddy!" Akito gasped as he jumped out of his chair and embraced my waist before going and hugging Kana.

Kairi came over and examined me before taking my free hand in his. "How are you feeling?"

I pulled her towards me and kissed her cheek, "much better now that all of us are together."

Kana kissed Kairi's head before we all came and sat at the table. I sat between Kana and Kairi while Akito sat between Kairi and the queen. The king sat at the head of the table while to his other side sat Noah, Shari, Asher, and Gonen.

"You seem much better, Eva," Shari commented.

"Yes, I am surprised you are walking so easily!" the queen stated with a smile, "Kana's help must have been very substantial."

"Indeed," I replied, "the former king taught us many ways to revive someone of my powers."

Kana looked to the queen, "my father was the strongest wielder of blood until Eva became a full blooded wielder."

Gonen stared me down, "you are a full blodded wielder now?!"He hissed, "How dare you come into this home with that knowledge!"

"How dare you talk to mom like that!" Kairi hissed as she stood, "she has done everything in her power to keep this city safe! She gave up her friends, her family, and even her body for all of you!" Tears started welling in her eyes, "Mom is still the same woman you treated like a daughter!"

Gonen threw his napkin as though it was his fist trying to break the table. "She is nothing more than a traitor that has given into you demons and your evil ways!"

As Kana started to stand to defend me, we all froze when the queen stood, "silence yourself, Gonen!" She hissed as she walked over to me. I quickly let go of Kana and stood to the woman, "we can never forget all Eva has done for us! She is a loyal woman that has done nothing to deserve this hatred!"

I smiled towards the queen before bowing towards her, "Queen, your general's anger is justified."

"Eva…" Kana whispered as he knew I held back tears.

"In his eyes, I have betrayed all of you because I have become a full fledged wielder and have married the man I am supposed to hate." I looked to the ground, "and I do not expect anything more from him. I would not forgive anyone who had done so to me."

Kana stood and embraced me as I began to lose control of my emotions, "please forgive my wife for showing such weakness in front of others." He whispered as he glanced towards the queen, "pregnancy makes her emotions overwhelming."

I felt everyone watching with intensity as Kana led me out of the room by our joined hands.

The next morning, I was surprised when the queen and Asher came into the music room. Akito grabbed my arm as I stopped playing the piano, "Mama, keep going!"

"I thought you might be here," The queen said as she came closer, "Kana is leaving soon and requested that you meet him in front of the house."

"Akito, stay here. I will be back soon." I quickly rushed out of the room and heard Asher and the queen following me. When I exited the building, Kana and Kairi stopped talking and looked to me.

"You should not be running yet, my love."

I smiled to Kana, "I am alright. I just did not want to miss you."

As I reached Kana he pulled me into him and kissed me deeply. I felt myself blush as I realized the royal family, Gonen, and Noah all watched us. When he finally released me slightly he held me closely and whispered a reminder into my ear. I nodded before insisting on him leaving.

He kissed Kairi's cheek before taking my hand in his. "I will be back in a few days and will be sure to contact you to check on your recovery." He looked over to Kairi, "Take care of her while I am away." He glanced to the group of humans, "and be sure to keep the pests in their place."

With that he left and Kairi claimed my hand as her own. "You are pale, mom. Maybe you should lie down."

I shook my head, "I am just worried, Kairi, I will be okay."

Kairi watched me sadly, "What are you referring to? Worry about the humans, wielders, or us?"

"All of them," I whispered.

"Is it because of whatever he whispered to you?"I smiled towards Kairi, "We should go inside."