Frozen Fire(Mxm)[UNEDITED]
Chapter 13

Solveig POV

"A cure" that devil-looking creature said.

Murmuring could be heard throughout the hall, as people began questioning what the creature's intentions were.

Ever since that encounter, I have been avoiding him.. I could not get the sight of his succulent lips, out of my head... and that bothered me. I had seen him for a few hours and already he had thrown me off balance.

He looked at the creature with wide eyes. Almost like he couldn't believe what he was hearing. I for one, was very suspicious of this incubus.

Throughout the kingdoms, experienced physicians searched for a cure for him, according to my father, and no one could replace one, so where and how did this incubus replace it?

"I take it that you want something in return." He said to the incubus.

"You never fail to surprise me, my prince... however, yes you are correct "...

"And what is it that you want?"

The incubus looked at him like he was something delicious, and that made my blood boil, but I knew best not to interfere, though I kept my sword ready in case he tried anything.

"You will have to come to me to get it. That way I know you are worthy of it, since there is only one in the world" he said.

"Where do I have to go?"

He smiled at him seductively showing him his sharp teeth before saying...

"The land of the souls".

Everyone gasped at this and I felt my heart begin to hammer ever so slightly.

The land of the souls was known to be the most dreadful place anyone could set foot in. It was the place men went to loose themselves, because once you went there, you never came back whole again.

A part of you was ripped away, forever lost. It was known to be inhabited by demons of lust and passion, creatures of hidden desires..

It was the place people went to sell their souls, for priceless items in return. Sometimes it was immortality, or eternal health. Till now, I thought it was just a myth.

Ragnor contemplated for a brief moment before he looked at this creature and said...

"I will ".

Everyone began murmuring again which was really pushing me off my limit.. if they had something to say , why didn't they just say it already!!

"Very well then.. I will be awaiting your arrival my beloved prince. " He said as he lowered his head and disappeared.

Ragnor's eyes made contact with mine for a brief second before he turned away and left the room. The king apologized for the abrupt intrusion, and informed, that the ceremony was now over.

Slowly everyone began leaving while they whispered about the Crown prince's decision.

"Will he even survive?"..

"he's never been outside of this palace walls before, how will he make that journey??" ...

"how will he make it to the land of the souls with his condition??" ..

All theses questions filled the room as the people left. I however, remain in my spot. I couldn't move.

He said yes. Was all I could think.

Did he even know what that meant. He had basically made a deal with the devil. How could he guarantee that he would come back the same. That he would still be pure and untainted. That a part of him wouldn't be lost forever??

That's because he didn't know what he was getting himself into. He couldn't guarantee that he would make it back alive..

What if he died???....He needs me.....I thought..and with that I made my decision..

After I spoke with Gunner, I made my way to the king. I sought an audience with him and was allowed in.

"Greetings young prince...I thought you had headed back with your father and brother." He said as he smiled at me, but I knew that behind that smile, he was truly worried for the wellbeing of his son. A part of me wished I could have that as well. But I pushed it to the back of my head and continued.

"My father and brother will be returning home without me.. for now"

"Why is that?"

I struggled to phrase what I was about to say. It sounded so right in my head but now that I was about to say it out loud, I was stuck, so I looked down and said..

"I would like to accompany Ragnor, on his journey "

The king looked at me for a brief moment before smiling and said..

"Very well.. I give you my blessing"

I immediately looked up and stared at him with a puzzled expression.. this seemed to amuse him as he laughed a bit. Was he even serious right now.. his son just signed his own death and here he was laughing..

"What is it?" He asked.

"I just replace it strange that you would trust me, after meeting me just moments ago."

"Your reputation precedes you. I have heard about the young dragon before. About your bravery and strength as well as your loyalty to your brothers. I have yet to meet someone that has something bad to say about you in terms of your bravery ..that is..." I was about to say something when his next words had me looking at him with a questioning gaze..

" besides I was informed of this day" he said.

"What do you mean?" I asked him.

"On the night that Ragnor was born, we were visited by a fairy, who informed us that Ragnor had an incurable sickness , and that when the time was right, he would meet a young dragon that would be cause of his salvation "

He got up and walked towards me. He placed his hand on my shoulder and said..

"You , Solveig, are my son's salvation..."

It took a moment for what he said, to sink in.

I was his son's salvation ?? What did that even mean?? Was I supposed to save him??

"I am placing my son's life in your hands. Protect him, for you are the only one that can accompany him. Fate has ordained it this way." He said.

"Is that why you looked at me like that earlier?"

"I recognized you instantly. I knew you were the dragon, that the prophecy spoke about."

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I walked into his room and found him standing by his window, looking at the moon.

He turned around when he heard someone , and looked at me with a confused gaze.

"What are you doing here?" He asked, but before I could answer, his father spoke for me.

"Solveig will be accompanying you tomorrow"

"Why?" He said. My heart pained at his reply. I thought he would at least be happy in some slight way..

"He will be there to guard and guide you" his father said.

"I don't need a bodyguard Dad!" He said almost pouting. He was just so extremely cute that is was overwhelming

"of course you don't ,but he's going anyway " his father said as he pinched his cheek, which earned him a glare. He chuckled and walked to the door.

"Solveig... the room across the hall is yours. Well, I'll leave you two to get aquatinted" he said as he closed the door leaving us all alone.

Ragnor turned his gaze towards me and walked up to me , standing just in front of me, so that the tips of our shoes were touching. He started to come closer.. way to close for my comfort.. out of reflex.. I moved back..

With each step that he took towards me, I took one going backwards, till my back hit the wall.. I was now trapped.

He trailed his finger from my chest slowly up till my chin , sending shivers down my spine. He held it there, as he looked into my eyes.

"So you're going to be my new bodyguard huh?"

I couldn't replace any words to say. He was too much in my comfort zone that it made me go mad. My mind was completely blank right now.

"I uuh.. I... Yes" was all I could say..

A sly smile found its way across his face...

"Good" he said as he withdrew his index finger from my chin and walked back to the window.

"Be up at five bodyguard " he said without facing me.

I turned around and left his room. I closed his door and let out a huge breathe as I slumped down against his door.

Never in my entire life , had I felt so many emotions!! I could still feel the sensation I got when his finger tip brushed my skin through my fabric.

It set me on fire and had my dragon squirming to be let out..

He is going to be the end of me...