^^Amelia

I flipped through the stack of papers before tossing it on the table. I released a sigh before covering my face. I then stood and decided to look at new evidence to search for clues. I spotted a butler and waved him over. He seemed annoyed, but didn't refuse me.

"Can you get me another file, please? I'm starting to become bored. Better yet, bring me something to keep me entertained?" I smiled while his expression remained stoic.

"Of course." He scoffed in his thick French accent. "But I think you'd be more entertained by performing your duties as the Queen's consort." He commented before walking off.

"Actually!" I caught his attention. "I'll get it myself." I smirked a smile before brushing past him.

I rolled my eyes as I walked down the halls. Most of the vampires gave me friendly smiles, but there were still some who showed irritation at my presence. Typically, the vampires who served under King Joaquin regarded me with indifference (they weren't brazen enough to actually be rude to me since Lara would kill them) while the ones under Alec were more than happy to engage with me. I could tell it pissed the older vampires off to have to cater to a wolf, their "natural born enemy."

Nevertheless, I ignored the hostile gazes and approached the monarch's office. Around this area were vampires who were hired under Alec and had a positive view of my presence. Their smiles widened before opening the door for me. I gave them a thankful smile before entering to see Lara on the phone. Now, this was something new to me and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Lara was in full on Queen mode. She had a cutthroat and determined look on her face. The way her fingers expertly twirled the pen in her hand made me fantasize about a better place where she should be twirling her fingers. I then saw the steady rhythm of her other fingers tapping the desk, in a melodic way. Even when irritated, she still has to carry a tune. And the way her jaw clenched really turned me on. Who knew professional Lara would make my knees weak.

Lara glanced my way when she heard the door open. The moment our eyes met, her professional persona disappeared. Her face softened and she smiled and gave me a wave. I gave her a small wave before motioning that I'd speak to her later. She gave me an apologetic look, but I reassured her by sending her a kiss. The idiot actually grabbed the air to catch my kiss. I rolled my eyes in amusement before leaving her.

I went to our room and collapsed on our bed. I'm so tired! I rolled onto my side and grabbed my phone. It's weird not to have Lexi, Hailey, Nick or Tae around. Lexi was off with my daughter to search for Hana. It's been a couple weeks, so I hope they're making some progress. I know it won't be easy for Yeira to regain Hana's trust, but I know she'll fight for her mate's love.

And Hailey is accompanying my other daughter, Zena. They're at the school and probably helping Zena with the whole marriage thing. I recommended my daughter wait until she reaches 18 before actually doing a civil ceremony. Also, I think Lara wants to organize an actual wedding ceremony for her daughter. We understand Zena's hesitation after the battle, but we didn't want her sacrificing her happiness as well. But that's a conversation for another day.

The rest of the lot are in the vampire realm. Lara doesn't dwell on it too much but when she finally cracks, she states that she misses her brother so much. Even Alena is suffering from Alec withdrawals. Lara explained that it's different from before since she used to avoid her family by jet setting to different continents whereas now... she wants to be fully involved with her family. She can always pass between the realms, but her presence is really needed here while Alec needs to govern from the other realm.

I decided to message Zayn and Jade. They didn't respond right away so I'm assuming they're on a mission. I sighed and tossed my phone to the side. I'm so bored! I've tried searching up stuff on Geneve, but there isn't much information on her. I've just been looking at old documents that are around the chateau, but there's minimal information on her. Lara and I planned to visit Zena at the school next week as well as meet with Francesca and Bridgette to inquire about their mother.

I groaned again from being agonizingly bored! I flopped onto my back and stared at the ceiling. I started to scrutinize the different frescos above me. Now that I think about it, I wonder if Lara painted these. They do have her style... like I know jackshit about art. It wasn't long until the door was opened. I turned to see Lara with a generous amount of wine.

"I hate this job." She groaned and flung her head back.

"Lovely day at work?" I smirked while she glared. I got off the bed and walked to her. "I must say that I'm very impressed by you." She hummed and sipped her wine while I draped my arms around her neck. "Yes and not being sarcastic. You've only taken up the mantle 2 weeks ago and vampiric vandalism and crimes have drastically reduced. I'm shocked."

"It's because the mere utterance of my name carries fear." She chuckled and kissed me.

"But Alec-"

"Alec was more of a polite guy while I'm more of a badass." I rolled my eyes at her arrogance. "He's more the type to wait for a lead and do everything legal while I'm the bad cop and will rush in guns blazing based on the word on the street." She smirked. "My brother is more forgiving and I have a zero tolerance." Lara became serious. "Unfortunately, I have more of my father's qualities in me than I'd like to admit." She scrunched up her face before taking a gulp of wine.

"Well, I think you're doing wonderful." She smiled when I pecked her lips. "I mean I knew the responsibility of a Queen, but I didn't realize that you'd be working like non-stop."

"Ya, my job is more of a hotline for customer complaints." She gestured widely while I laughed. "Like jeez! I swear being Queen is hella annoying. You've always gotta be working and ready to-"

"Working? Like you don't get any breaks?" She chuckled and shook her head no. "Surely you have time to recharge or recuperate. You can't be working 24/7."

"That's the caveat when you don't require sleep, beautiful." Lara chuckled before pecking my lips. "There's no need to stop or rest. We don't get tired, so you're always to be working. Why do you think I never wanted the job? I hate doing any type of work unless it's making you scream my name." I rolled my eyes at her smirk.

"Well, what about mental exhaustion? Surely you need time to recharge your mind."

"It's a mindset we're taught as a child. If you're mentally tired, that means your mind is weak and you need to strengthen it. There's no excuse for recharging or being tired as a vampire. You must be completely strong at all times." She tried to joke the last part when she saw my frown. Lara cleared her throat before speaking again. "It's a consuming job... why do you think that Alec and Sophie never had kids after my dad died? Well, apart from it being difficult for vampires to conceive?" She shrugged and sipped her wine.

"2 statements on that... one, I just thought they never wanted kids. And two, didn't know it's hard for vampires to get pregnant."

"Difficult to naturally get pregnant. That's why most parents only have 1 kid, 2 if lucky, and 3 if they like pray to the gods." She chuckled. "Most of the time, larger families have to get the help of witches to cast spells... similar to like IVF." Lara shrugged.

"So... hypothetically, would it be hard for you to get pregnant?"

"Are you asking?" She seductively smiled before placing her half filled glass down and Lara ALWAYS finishes her glass. "Will you get me pregnant?" She dragged me to the bed.

(SMUT)

I giggled as Lara sat me on the bed and took a few steps back. My brow arched as she seductively stripped before me. Well, this will certainly excite me. Lara smirked as she stood nude before me and it was impossible to look away. The shit then jumped me and started to passionately kiss me. My eyes were closed as my body flopped on the bed. I don't know why she decided to get on top since she knows that's my position.

I smirked and flipped her over. I then pinned her hands above her head and smirked. Lara raised an impish brow at my action. I wanted to wipe that smug look off her face, so I flicked my thumb over her clit. She immediately stiffened, so I decided to mess with her. Lara kept whining, but it was my chance to tease the shit out of her.

Lara got impatient and grabbed my fingers. She then plunged them inside her and moaned. I chuckled in amusement because how can someone be that impatient?! But, whatever. I reconnected our lips while rapidly pumping in and out of her. I choked her too and watched her squirm underneath me. I kept going until she came over my hand. I allowed her to ride out her orgasm before slowly removing my fingers. Lara bit her lip to avoid hissing from the sensitivity.

Lara intended to return the favor, but I wasn't done with her. I pushed her back down and reached into the bedside table. I gave her an innocent look while dangling the handcuffs. Lara chuckled and laid back down. She almost always gave in to me. I smiled and cuffed her hands around the post. The cuffs were laced with magic, so she couldn't escape until I allowed her to. I debated using blindfolds, but I got off to watching her eyes widen or hood over from the sensations I gave her.

I rolled off the bed and rushed to our closet. I found the chest and opened it to reveal the desired objects. Then, I changed into a see-through robe and could hear Lara obnoxiously whistling, clearly impatient. I then messed up my hair a little to look like sexy bed head. After I was satisfied, I exited the closet and watched as Lara's breath hitch... no more whistling. She then watched me seductively approach her. Her eyes were trained on my breasts and not the object in my hand. I straddled her and gave her a long kiss. I slowly pulled back and watched her try to sit up to keep the kiss going, but I placed a hand on her chest and shoved her down.

Lara was about to complain, but I tipped the object and watched her hiss. She looked down to see the reddened skin caused by the melted wax. Yep, the candle is also laced with magic where it'll affect a vampire. Lara had trouble breathing as I poured more wax on her. Her back arched and she struggled against the chains.

"Safe word?" I husked.

"Never." She sneered and tried to kiss me, but I pulled back.

"We'll see..." I dripped the wax down her stomach and made a letter A. "Your mine."

I looked down and smiled while massaging her breasts. I blew out the candle and placed it on the bedside table. Lara's eyes fluttered closed as I played with her mounds. Since she wasn't looking, I retrieved my next item. I circled her nipple and her eyes instantly opened. Lara moaned at the chillness the magical ice cube gave her. I held in my smirk as she whined when I removed it. I then sensually placed it in my mouth and made sure my saliva wet my fingers. Lara gulped and looked like she was struggling to hold in her orgasm.

I then surprised her by thrusting the cube inside her vagina. Lara moaned as I began pumping inside her while attaching my lips to her clit. I enjoyed eating her out even after she orgasmed. I pulled back and smiled at her. While straddling her, I bent over, so my boobs were in her face, and unlocked the chains. I jolted as I felt her take my nipple in her mouth. I chuckled and laid next to her. Lara wrapped her arms around my body and pulled me close to her. She nuzzled her face into my neck and planted kisses along it.

"Yep, I definitely feel the baby kicking." She placed a hand on her stomach while I laughed. "You don't need me returning the favor, right? Because I'm so sleepy." She smirked.

"Ya right, asshole!" I laughed. "Dinner time." I spread my legs and made sure my dripping core was on display.

"Not even blood could rival your taste." Her eyes darkened before she had her meal.