MRS RÓDRÍGUÉZ - EPISODE 27

Audrielle spent half the day avoiding the queen. She didn’t go out for breakfast neither for lunch. Instead, she sent Sally to bring her food for her in her Chambers.

The queen and her son are literally the last person’s she. Wanna see right now.

She knows if she by any chance bump into the queen, she’d bug her with questions thinking they actually consummated last night.

Waking up this morning without Antonio on the bed was a usual thing for her.
She hasn’t laid eyes on him since last night. And she wants it to be. That way. Considering what he did before they went to bed.

The Queen too barely had time for breakfast and lunch, she had to skip the table.

She was worried sick about the king, her husband’s health. Something needs to be done. She’ll be travelling with him for his treatment the next day by Dawn and she had to put Alot of things in order before her departure.

She’ll be leaving her son and the young princess who is rather naive in charge of the palace while they’re away. She needs to be told a few things. A few key points to help her put her home, the palace together.

After hours of preparation, the queen called out to a maid who came running to her call in no time.

“Tell the princess I want her in my Chambers right away”.

“Yes. Your majesty.”
The maid portrayed and left without hesitation.

“*************

Antonio decided to take a Serene walk by the side of the palace which happened to be the garden. It was an unusual act but he just needed to breathe in the flowery scent from the young sprouting flowers.

It helped relaxed him. He found the act a bit pleasant.
He just needed to clear off his mind a bit.

He just didn’t understand the way he was feeling, especially around audrielle.

Ever since what Happened last night he hasn’t been having a clear thought. It’s an odd feeling which he really want to clear his head from.

A voice in his head keep yelling to why he did what he did. He shouldn’t have it. He should have thought of a better way to prove something to his mother. He should never have made a move for that kiss.

The image last night, the shocked expression on her face and the thirst if her lips .. still lingered.

Like he wanted just more than that.

He doesn’t like this feeling.

He doesn’t want to attached to anyone at the moment. Alex is no longer in his life and he intends to keep it that way.

She left. It’s not her fault anyway. He got married and he never expected her to take matters lightly.

There wasn’t enough time to think things through last night. He had no choice. He couldn’t bring himself to touch her. He had to do what he did to escape his mother’s pestering.

But why is it so hard to convince himself that everything was a mistake?

It was not his intention to make it deep. He was just stucked in the situation.

What he doesn’t understand is why does his head keep replaying the scene he mostly want to forget?

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There was a sudden tap on the door.

Her heart skipped a bit. She was sitted on her bed. It wasn’t quite long she finished chewing on the fruits she had ordered Sally to get for her.

It was what she preferred for lunch.

She has been rather unsettled. Since morning.

She would have told whoever was at the door to come in if not that she bolted it from within.

Tiredly, she climbed down from the bed and took slow steps towards her door.

She Breathe hard against it.
Who was it?

It must be a maid the queen sent to call her. Maybe the queen is probably worried about her welfare. It’s been hours since today and no one has seen each other.

Or maybe it’s the prince instead. Maybe he’s here to cool off or perhaps, Take a shower.

It might be between those two ..

If not them, who else??

She Breathe nervously as she slowly opened the door.

The image before her was grinning from ear to ear.

“Really??” Audrielle laughed hard in chuckles. … Pulling her into a warm embrace.

“It’s so good to have you back Tarsia'” …

She hugged her more tight. Not wanting to let go.

“Geez. You are gonna choke me off some Breath…” Tarsia’ gasped. …. Audrielle’s grip on her was….. Tight.

“That’s what you get for leaving too long”

“Lol. I only left for days… Four to five days precisely. Did you miss me that much?” Tarsia’ chuckled….

But audrielle didn’t say a word.

She just felt happy and relaxedin the arms of her friend.

A friend like Tarsia’ was what she needed at the moment.

“My lady?”…
A feminine voice called, causing the two to force their attention on her as they both disengaged.

“Yes?” Audrielle arched a brow at her.

“The queen requests your presence in her Chambers… This minute”…

Audrielle stopped herself from letting out a gasp. Her heart began to race faster than normal.

She turned to her friend with a worried look. And Tarsia’ was quick to get the message.

“Uhm. She’ll be there right away. ” Tarsia’ replied instead to the maid who turned to Audrielle. Probably waiting for her own answer.

Audrielle gave a slight nod in approval to what her friend just said….
The maid left.

“Oh. Heavens. I knew this was gonna happen.” Audrielle cried out in frustration.

“Hey. What’s the matter? Did anything happen while I was away?… Did you get into trouble or something?… Why are you worried…?”

Audrielle bit her lip hard… Not knowing where to start explaining to her friend.

“Uhm… It’s…. It’s… Something… I didn’t… We … I mean… I and the prince…. The queen…. Uhm… She said we … But we didn’t… He didn’t…. We couldn’t….”

“Stop it okay. You’re blabbing. How do you expect me to understand what you’re saying?…. It’s me Audrielle.. you don’t have to act a nervous before me .. okay..”
She cut in..

Audrielle nodded vigorously..

“You know what…” Tarsia’ Breathe low and continued. “Why not go answer the queen first. Then you can have enough time to tell me what Happened while I was away….. Is that okay?”

“Hmm!?. Ye-…yes.. yes.. it’s ok” audrielle continuously nodded…. Feeling all sweaty at the moment.

“I’ll be right here. Waiting for you.”

“Okay”
Audrielle breathe hard…. And… Began walking…. Counting her steps as she headed towards the Queen’s chamber.

*****

” Do you think he’s still angry with me? It’s been hours and he hasn’t picked my calls. “….

Alexa paced about…
Sounding so worried as she confided in her friend.

” Why don’t you go to his place instead. Doesn’t seem to me like he’s calling back any Soon. Maybe he isn’t with his phone. It’s evening already and he’ll probably be home” …. Sandy replied her friend.

“You think so?”

“Yeah. Besides quit worrying. You look like a chicken…. I still don’t get things straight here. When is the business deal with Tobert ending?”

” A week’s time”… Alexandra lowered her gaze ….

“It’s gonna end in a week’s time. Doesn’t that bother you?… Once the business deal is done he’ll be back to where he came from… ”

“I’m aware…” She Breathe hard. “I’ll think of something later. Something else… I guess. Let’s just focus on the moment he’s with us and leave the rest. When we get to the bridge, we gonna cross it.” She Breathe hard. Picking up her phone as she dialed his number again…

It ranged out… Repeatedly.

“Hello?… Alex?”

“Oh my gosh he picked” Alex mouthed to her friend and Sandy thumbed her in the process.

“Hey.. Tobert. I was umh.. wondering if you were home… already”… She bit her lower lip.

He was queit for a while.. “just got back. Saw your calls. Sorry I couldn’t pick. I was kinda busy.”

“No problem.”

“You coming over?” He asked…

A smile creased her lips.

“Yeah. I was thinking of that. ”

“Okay. Then. Waiting for you”.

He hunged up.

” I hope you can rest now. …. ” Sandy rolled her eyes.
“Besides I do not get the sudden feelings you are growing for this dude. I think it’s because of the sexual pleasures and satisfaction. He satisfies you to your fill. Guess that’s where This witty feeling is coming from…”

“Whatever be it. I’m gonna enjoy it while it lasts…” Alexa exhaled sharply.

“Just be careful”… Sandy finally waved her off.

*******

The Tap came on the door… Again and again.

Old Esme fraily got up from her weak chair. It’s really strange having visitors these days… Considering the fact that she was old and lonely. And probably forgotten by people she once called family.

She’s aged. And she lives alone.

She took feeble steps.. almost taking her the whole eternity before she could get to the door.

One could easily get tired while knocking.

She took her time. Till she finally reached it.

She opened the door and met a young lady …. Standing before her…

“How. May I help you. Child?”…. She counted her words… She was too drained of energy.

“I brought you these from the palace”…

“The palace…?” Old Esme was suprised.. only then she noticed some fresh foods in her hand.

. ” Did the queen send you here?. ”

“No. The princess did…” She replied.

“Who are you?..”

“My name is Sally…. Her personal maid.”

“Okay. Please. Come in”.

Old Esme let her in .. closing the door thereafter.