Epilogue

Brittany Devereaux's POV

I stood in front of the full length mirror, admiring the dress Sonia and Chloe had picked out for me. It was gorgeous. But I didn't feel very excited about today's event. I didn't want it. I only wanted the realm to be ruled by an impartial person, someone who could be trusted by everyone. I didn't consider myself to be that person but apparently, almost everyone did. But I didn't want it. But I also didn't want to disappoint anyone.

I reminisced my battle with Dexter, the battle that almost killed us, thanks to Dexter's evil backup plan. Four months ago, we could have been dead. But one thing kept us alive.

Fate.

Samantha somehow managed to figure out what Dexter's real plan was and used it against him. Now Dexter was finally dead!

Eh, not actually dead, more like a living dead.

And Cole's father, he was sent to a place that was really suitable for him.

After studying him for two weeks, everyone decided that the man had a serious mental problem... And had also psychopathic traits. So we sent him to a mental asylum... One that was specially built for supernatural creatures.

Sonia silently walked into the room and surprised me with a hug. I hugged her back, relishing the comfort that her hug gave me. Soon enough, I started to cry. I felt my mascara running down my face, the make up that was caked on my face was melting down.

Stupid tears, now my makeup was ruined. I cried more.

After crying for another three minutes, I finally stopped.

"Sorry," I croaked out. "I ruined your... Uh, shoulder?"

Sonia was wearing a strapless dress so my tears didn't ruin her clothing.

I picked up a beige coloured handkerchief and wiped off the mascara colored tears on her shoulder.

Sonia chuckled a bit and said,

"You'll be fine Britt, you'll be the best queen this realm has ever had". She said.

"I'm the first," I remind her.

She rolled her eyes.

"Whatever". She said.

"Start wiping off your makeup, I'll get Chloe". She says and leaves the room.

I picked up the aloe vera wipes and started wiping off whatever makeup was left on my face while waiting for Sonia and Chloe.

They finally arrived and Chloe started applying my makeup. Again.

~

It was finally time for my speech. Panic set in.

Cole squeezed my hand reassuringly. I smiled at him.

He looked really good in the tuxedo paired with the designer shoes and all.

"You look good too, mi amore". He whispered in my ear.

I felt my cheeks heat up as I tried to stop myself from punching his arm. He's been suffering lots of punches from me lately.

Instead, I created a barrier in my mind, so he'd stop listening to my thoughts.

"Blocking me now, are we?" He whispered.

I ignored him, fighting the urge to roll my eyes.

A few minutes later, my name was announced. I placed my hand in Cole's as he helped me to stand up.

With Cole by my side, we both stepped up the podium.

I picked up the microphone, took a deep breath and began my speech.

I started off by acknowledging everyone's presence and then said a few more things. I took a deep breath and announced,

"I know you all have high expectations but... I'm sorry, I can't take this responsibility". I said.

Gasps erupted from the crowd and a few people began to murmur too. But they soon became quiet.

I continued.

"I know most of you really want me as your leader, but I think there's someone who'd do a better job than me-"

They began to whisper to themselves.

"Ladies and gentlemen, let's welcome your new king, Nicholas Vasilios!" I announced.

Everywhere was silent for the first five seconds, then a thunderous applaud followed.

Cole stood beside me, shock was still very evident on his face but he somehow managed to grab another mic and started addressing the crowd.

"I'm uh- Still in shock. I really appreciate the fact that you," He says, referring to me. "-handed over your responsibility to me. Thanks a lot, Brittany".

Then he dropped the mic and rubbed his palms together.

"I don't think we need a mic. We all have enhanced hearing abilities". He explained.

As he continued his speech, tears welled up my eyes. I was so proud of him. I knew he'd be a great king.

I knew a few people were not happy with my choice, but none of them could speak up anyway.

They just had a hard time accepting Cole as their King, because he was a pureblood.

The darkness that came with being a pure blood was something that couldn't be changed, but Cole had a good heart despite all these. They just needed more time to realize this.

"Words can't describe the way I'm feeling right now. I feel so honored to be standing before you all as your king. But I'd be happier and would feel more honoured if a certain woman would stand here with me, as my queen-"

I froze.

What was he doing?!

I watched in awe as Cole got down on one knee with his crown on his head, holding out a beautiful silver crown that was placed on a small red cushion.

So many emotions welled up inside me as I listened to his next words.

"-The quote that says 'There's a woman behind every successful man' proves to be very correct today as you are the woman behind my success. We've been through a lot together. We overcame every obstacle we came across together. We are perfect for each other. Miss Brittany Devereaux, will you be my queen?".

During Cole's speech, I somehow found my way to where he was kneeling.

"Please get up, Cole. You're the king now". I said to him, with glassy eyes.

"I need your reply, Britt. I can't rule this kingdom without you by my side". He said.

"You already know my reply," I said.

"I want to hear it". He insisted.

I sighed softly.

"Yes". I finally croaked out.

With a huge smile plastered on his face, he stood up and placed the crown on my head before pulling me into a tight embrace.

"I love you, Nicholas". I whispered.

"My full name sounds way better when you say it. I love you". He whispered back.

After our little moment, Rhea mounted the podium and announced the beginning of the coronation party.

Cheers of excitement erupted from the crowd as they all moved to the main hall. Of course, there was enough to eat and drink.

I proceeded to the main hall with my hand in Cole's- I mean, King Nicholas.

After receiving lots of gifts from the guests, me and Cole retired to our new bedroom, located in the most exquisite quarter in the building.

I didn't wait for the maids to help me take off my dress, instead I asked Cole, who gladly helped.

I went to my dressing room and changed into my comfortable silk night wear.

I walked into the bedroom. Cole was already there, waiting for me in bed. I gladly crawled into his arms, allowing him to cuddle me to sleep. We were probably going to be sprawled in different directions in the next few hours.

~

Stupid clock.

Stupid ticking sounds.

Stupid enhanced hearing.

Yeah, I couldn't sleep and my wedding party was going to start in a few hours.

I stared at Cole, who was sleeping soundly with his mouth slightly opened.

I crawled back to him, smiling as he instinctively wrapped his arms around me.

I closed my eyes once again.

This time, a movie played in my pitch black vision.

The movie took me back to when I was sold to the Vampires, how I ended up in Cole's house, my moments with Cole, my battle with Dexter, the time we almost died, it showed me everything, even to the events that happened a few hours ago.

A teardrop slid down my cheeks as I finally drifted to sleep.

All these events happened for a reason.

And I'm here today, grateful that everything happened.

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A/N:

Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you the epilogue you've all been waiting for!

I hope you're satisfied with the ending though.

I still can't believe I completed this book!!

Maybe I'll add a little bonus chapter in Rhea's POV 🤔

My updates were very infrequent but you guys still stayed. I don't deserve y'all🤧

Thanks for staying, thanks for supporting, thanks for everything.

But I still need y'all to share this book, pleeaaaseee.

Expect the short bonus chapter on Rhea's POV.

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