Chapter 9

Nacht from the first moment their eyes had met had seemed carefree and was always smiling. Even while he fought he was laughing, about that Alice had thought that probably something was definitely wrong with his head, since in a way it was very weird to always look like you had no worries in this world. The conclusion was he never seemed to get mad or actually annoyed but as she said those words everything unexpectedly changed. 

He stopped eating and let go of his spoon, his pale eyes turning cold and his lips a thin line, showing the tension he felt. He seemed as if he wanted to explode. 

"Let's make some things clear Alice. No one is turning you into a war machine, no one wants war to happen but it is a very big possibility considering Sol's state. Nonetheless that's not why you were bought. You will be fed, trained and educated. You will become a government official and you will even be called a lady, you will have freedom and the chance not only to make your own choices but choices that affect a kingdom. Many people will be displeased with your appearance believe me there are royals who hate the fact that magicians are closest to the king and a prostitute at that would cause a ruckus but still you will be able to erase that terrible past of yours." He told her. "I would never do something like that. It is reasonable for you to question me I know but still it makes me really angry."

"Then what is the reason you bought me? Why me? I was a fucking prostitute and don't tell me that my past doesn't matter because you yourself said that I will be a problem. So why me when there are perfectly fine people with powers in my Kingdom who would willingly follow you for enough money?" She asked him. She wanted to believe him, she wanted to wait for her arrival to some kind of fairy tale life but she knew those things did not exist. There would be a trap behind everything and even though she accepted to follow him he at least wanted to know, clearly in how much shit she would find herself. 

"I bought you because you are like me" he said and stood up, pushing his chair back. "So are you finished? Ready to turn a hot night with me?" She asked her his cocky smile returning. 

"What is that supposed to mean? Hey! Wait" she called out to him but he didn't seem to be interested in continuing their conversation any longer. He was already going up the stairs after throwing the inn lady a small pouch she assumed was filled with money. She chased after him and after sprinting slightly she reached him, panting quietly. 

"You don't have that much stamina do you?" he asked her and she scowled.

"I do, believe me I do have." She said and decided to walk in front of him only to remember she didn't know the room's number. "Where is it?" She asked

"Where is what?" Nacht asked, obviously knowing what she wanted to ask. 

"The room"

"Well let me take you there then" he chuckled and moved, getting in front of her. "I really need a bath. I hope our bathtub is big."

"I do not think you will have your own bathtub in this place." She told him and he stared at her confused before he unlocked the door. 

"What do you mean."

"This is a rundown inn; I am pretty sure you will have to wash your royal butt with everyone else. Public baths and all." 

"Oh no" Nacht whined as he entered the room. 

A huge wave of dust suddenly rose up and Alice sneezed hurrying to the only window and opening it widely. No one had been in this room for quite a while as it seemed from the thick layers of dust on the bed sheets and on the small table. There was also a nightstand with a candle that Nacht lit up with a match eh had found there, it burned slowly providing them with some light. 

"Well, this is…" Nacht mumbled staring at the tiny bed. He was sure his legs would pop out of it. He rubbed his temples and unwillingly took of his shoes. "…better than sleeping in the streets."

Alice on the other hand did not care that much and plopped on the bed in a hurry, feeling her tense muscles relax. Finally, she could get to rest a bit. 

"You will be sleeping on the floor" she said as if it was a given and the red haired man gasped in shock.

"I am tired too you know; I even drove the carriage. We can share the bed." He told her. 

Alice measured the space with her eyes and laughed. There was no way she would be able to sleep cramped in this small bed with this huge human. His build was almost terrifying. The broad shoulders and muscular body. He was also really tall. She didn't want to imagine what would happen if he had bad sleeping habits. He could even suffocate her to death. 

"You can't share the bed with a minor." She told him proudly. 

"Oh now you're a minor."

"You told me to be one."

"You know in my Kingdom fourteen-year-old girls get married."

"That's unfortunate for them I guess" She said and shrugged her shoulders, making Nacht shook his head, displeased. 

"I will ask and extra pair of sheets I guess. Go take a bath too, you reek of blood" 

"And whose fault is that?"

"I don't know why are you asking me?" he said dramatically before he left her alone. She looked around and she was actually shocked to find a small door that led to a privet bathroom with a bathtub and running water. She didn't actually expect for this place to have such comforts but that was a lot better than her as she sneakily decided to keep this from Nacht for as long as she could. 

The water was lukewarm and the towels were rough but it was a lot better than her being left wearing that horrific blood stained dressed that smelled from miles away. Now at least wrapped in her towel she didn't feel disgusted with herself and exited the bathroom, her wet feet leaving small footprints as she walked. Soon Nacht returned holding sheets and pillows together with another dress. He stared at her lying on the bed in her towel and averted his gaze in a hurry, letting out a cough to notify her he was here. 

"Wear this. The lady gave it to me it was her daughter's. I had to pay a lot to get it" He told her and threw an old slimy green dress at her with holes on the hem. 

"In a minute I am relaxing now" she said with her eyes closed. 

"You should be careful."

"Of what?"

"I am a man you know." He stated and she laughed. 

"Glad to know you are aware of what's between your legs." 

"I am a man who finds you really attractive right now" he told her and she opened her eyes.