Sit Pretty by R.J. Price

Author:R.J. Price
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: romance, love, fantasy, magic, warrior, seat of magic
Publisher: R.J. Price

Chapter Twenty-One

Av approached Aren as she left the library, headed for her set of rooms. He met up with her and they walked for a ways together, with Aren saying not a word. Av could only assume she was angry with him for supporting the arranged mating, but what else could he have done?

The court's vote for the arranged mating had been near unanimous. Even the masters could not overthrow the decision of the court. Short of convincing everyone to take back their vote, Aren would have to mate Laeder.

“What did the two of you talk about?” Av asked, unable to take the silence any longer.

“Headaches and moods,” Aren responded. “It seems Lord Laeder has done some research on my rank and believes both will settle within two months.”

“Why is that?” Av asked. “Why that length of time?”

“It would appear the throne needs time to adjust to my cycle,” Aren said in an irritated fashion.

Av knew better than to press a woman about such matters. If she wanted to share what her body went through monthly that was her choice. He also knew making suggestions as to her moods changing depending on the time of month was a good way to get himself into trouble.

Leaving Av in a bit of an awkward silence because there was nothing he could ask that might not be seen as poking about the cycle.

Finally, Av came out with, “Oh, I wonder why.”

“I don't know, it's not like my magic changes,” Aren said, her annoyance rising.

“When is your cycle due to end?” Av asked, not realizing what he was saying until the words came tumbling out of his mouth.

A good way to get himself into trouble.

Not only with Aren, but with Jer and his father. Possibly with Telm as well, who would spread it to the serving staff, who were mainly women.

“In a few weeks—why does that matter?” Aren asked, coming to a stop in the hallway. “Why are you interested in my cycle suddenly?”

“Makes it easier to avoid accidents,” Av said. He watched as she linked cycle, moods, and accident. “Not like that. With contraceptives and a careful watch on your cycle, there is less likely chance of…” Av trailed off as Lord Merkat approached them.

Aren let out a surprised sound, seemingly not noticing Lord Merkat. “I suppose that is something you would need to know, considering the fact you've claimed me. Should I send word for you, the moment it starts?”

“Please do, that would aid me greatly,” Av said.

Most ladies would retreat to their rooms or whine publicly. Some few would demand seats if court was called while they were feeling 'unwell,' but would have no problem attending a ball later that night. Av had yet to put anything to Aren, what her cycle was, how she dealt with it. He only recalled Telm once saying that the servants were happy to provide more wood for days when Aren would rather sit in with a good book.

Which meant nothing when it came to Aren's cycle.

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