King & Kween Kang (The Rise Of Kang's #1)

Chapter 29

A Storm Is Brewing

The sun shone brightly over the island as the crew ships worked harmoniously to restock supplies. Laughter filled the air as King TaeHan and Queen Asora mingled with the crew members, enjoying the camaraderie that had formed during their journey together.

As the day progressed, one of the crew members, named Daniel, spotted two ships in the distance. They seemed to be motionless, not making any effort to swim towards their location. Daniel's curiosity piqued, and he immediately ran to inform Queen Asora, who was engaged in a conversation with her wisemen, Lydia and Hugh.

Breathless, Daniel approached the queen and blurted out the news. Queen Asora's brows furrowed as she exchanged a concerned glance with her wise men. The Spaniard King had previously warned them about the possibility of encountering British ships, and now, their worst fears seemed to be materializing.

Without wasting a moment, Queen Asora ordered Lydia and Hugh to investigate the sighting. With a sense of urgency, the wisemen hurried to the beach, as they arrived their eyes were instantly fixated on the two distant ships. Time seemed to slow as they analyzed the situation, and upon their return to the Queen, their expressions were filled with uncertainty.

"We are unsure of their origin, Your Majesty," Lydia informed the queen. "However, one thing is clear – those ships are massive. It is either pirates or a fleet from a someone or nation with wealth."

Queen Asora looked calm, but her mind was racing to find a solution amidst the brewing storm. She knew that this was not the time for panic or rash decisions. Turning to her wisemen and advisors, she asked them to give her time to think. A sense of urgency filled the air as they all tried to discuss the situation further, but the queen's voice cut through their chatter.

"Enough!" she exclaimed, her command echoing across the beach. "Let me think."

With determined steps, Queen Asora distanced herself from the group, seeking solace and clarity. King Tae-Han, understanding the weight that burdened his beloved queen, followed after her. He found her at the lagoon, a hidden gem they had discovered late the previous night, its tranquil waters reflecting the golden hues of the setting sun.

"Let me be," Queen Asora whispered, her voice filled with a mix of vulnerability and frustration. But King TaeHan did not heed her words. Instead, he quietly walked towards her and settled himself beside her, his presence a comforting anchor in the storm of her thoughts.

He watched her silently, understanding the turmoil that waged within her. The memories of her family's tragic demise at the hands of brutal brothel owners and the countless lives lost during her people's fight for freedom flooded her mind. It was a burden she carried with her every day, a weight that now threatened to consume her.

Without a word, King TaeHan gently pulled his queen into his arms, cradling her in his lap. She resisted at first, her shoulders tense with the weight of her emotions. But gradually, as his body coolness eased her warm one, and soon she surrendered to the solace he offered.

Tears cascaded down Queen Asora's cheeks, and her sobs began to echo through the lagoon. The king held her tighter, as he pressed gentle kisses to her forehead, silently urging her to let go, to release the pain that resided within her.

In the embrace of her husband, Queen Asora found a safe haven to pour out her anguish. The memories, the grief, the anger, and the fear all spilled out, mingling with the gentle lapping of the lagoon's waters. She allowed herself to be vulnerable, to let her emotions flow freely, knowing that her husband was protecting her.

King Tae-Han listened, his heart breaking for the pain his queen had endured. He whispered words of comfort, understanding, and love, his voice a soothing balm to her wounded spirit. He reminded her of her resilience, her strength, and the power that lay within her to face any challenge that came their way.