Chapter 117

'One day, you'll realize that I was enough for you. One day, you'll see how important I am in your life, beyond just your need for me to reach the throne, Orig,' Taya thought as Orig set her in the warm water basin. She studied the details of his proud physique; she wouldn't find a better man to be her husband.

Her heart beat wildly at every moment they were close, and she genuinely wanted him to call her name from his heart at least once, to have him as deeply obsessed with her as she was with him, unable to let go.

...

Couple of weeks later... 

"My lady, you need to rest. You've only left your bed two weeks ago and still need time to recover. This is our second trip to the hospital," Evail said worriedly, glancing anxiously at her mistress. Commander Orig had no idea she'd gone out to check on the state of the medicine factory and ensure the new hospital was operating effectively.