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Sara woke up to the sound of animals doing their morning routine and wind disturbing the snow on the mountain tops. "Morning " Balaur whispered into her ear kissing her cheek. "Mmm morning my king." she murmured rubbing her eyes and rolling over to kiss him back. Balaur pins her beneath his body and nuzzled his face into her neck kissing it softly. "I love you so much." he declared staring down at her with love and admiration in his eyes. "I love you too." she replied with the same look and her hands cupping his face. They were in the midst of heavy petting when she heard a 'woosh' like sound and felt someone watching them. Breaking the kiss and looking up she saw Cythraul leaning against a boulder and watching them with a smirk on his face as he unbuttoned the jacket to his tan suit outfit and fixed the color to his black and shit snakeskin shirt.

"Pervert" Sara called him jokingly and he chuckled. "Only for you " he replied with a wink and a smile. Cythraul pushed himself off the rock and walked over to them as they got up. Sara was in another Tshirt, not her own, but nothing else. She was surprised it was large and tall enough for her figure. "Figured I'd come pick you up a little early, get a good shower and hearty breakfast in before we officially start our date." He informed her pulling her into a hug. "Seems like a wonderful idea to be honest" she replied pulling away and giving him a quick kiss. Sara said her goodbyes to Balaur and he took off back to his capital. "Close your eyes . I don't want the teleportation to disorient you too much." Cythraul informed and he pulled her close to him as she closed her eyes. Shadows wrapped around their form and with the same 'woosh' they were now in an elegant and massive bathroom.

The entire bathroom was made of black marble except for the porcelain of the tub and sink. On the right side of the room was a massive two person vanity and hair care station, while on the left side was a nice 2 person tub and a large 2 person shower stall with a waterfall detachable showerhead. At the back of the bathroom was a large floor to ceiling mirror that Cythraul was eyeing Sara's behind in and she pulled the hem of the shirt down to cover it with a giggle. "Aw no fair!" he complained and she laughed giving him a quick peck. "Out so I can shower!" she commanded and he nodded. "Clothes are on the counter for you. Just call for me when your done, a maid will be outside the bedroom door." he informed her and walked out closing the door behind him.

Sara took her time pampering herself before she got dressed in a sheer shirt with black half bra and a blue, black and white striped bodycon skirt that reached 3/4s of the way down her thighs.

She walked out into the main bedroom. The area wasn't too big, but still impressive in size. The entire room had black wooden flooring and deep crimson red wallpaper. To the left was a large rectangular wall mirror with a gold frame and a large king size bed in a solid black oak bed frame. On each side of the bed were two black wooden matching nightstands and golden wall-mounted lamp scones.

What really through Sara for a loop was the brown haired, green eyed, angry looking woman sitting on the edge of the bed. "Oh, uh hello. Are you the maid?" Sara asked because the Chanel the woman was wearing made her think the women definitely wasn't a maid. She scoffed as she stood and came around her side of the bed. "Of course the peasant would assume I'm the help." She replied and stared Sara down. "Peasant?" Sara asked and before she could continue the woman cut her off. "Yes. Peasant. You think because you claim to bed Lord Cythraul's mate that, that makes you somebody? You're a human nobody with a tragic past and pathetic excuse for a queen. Cythraul will realize this sooner rather than later and understand that you need a fitness and meal plan, not a seat on the throne. Meanwhile I, Lilith, will stand by him like I have all these millennia as his right hand and be the proper and true queen he needs." At this point, Sara's eyes glossed with unshed tears and she had to bit her bottom lip to keep them from falling. "Aww what's the matter? Is tubby wubby gunna cry? Pathetic fucking human sack of flesh." She added and turned to walk out. As she got to the door she turned around, "and don't bother telling anyone we had this conversation. They'd never believe you anyway." she finished.

As Lilith turned back to leave Sara burst out laughing and her tears started to free fall. "HOLY FUCKING SHIT BITCH. You are PRESSED hunti." Sara started while wiping away her tears. Lilith was confused and it showed on her face, this was not the reaction she wanted. "Sis, I've been plus size a VAST majority of my life, I'm healthy and I love myself. So fat jokes like we're in middle school aren't going to do a thing but show how petulant and immature you are. You're BIG mad because Cythraul won't make you queen and I just happen to be the upgrade!" Sara started to laugh all over again and Lilith turned red with rage. "UPGRADE!?" How can you call yourself an upgrade when you only know how to upgrade you meal sizes at McDonalds!? I am second in command of the demon realm! The only power that rivals mine is the kings! I know what he wants and desires, I've shared his bed before and when he realizes I'm the better fit he going to toss you out like the trash you are! He's only with you because of that stupid blood bond and now hes forced to have a mate. He would have never looked in your direction if it wasn't for that." Lilith retorted. Sara came down from her laughing fit, "Listen, sweet summer chile. Everyone has a past they regret and I'm willing to bet money you're his. And maybe you're right and he would have never thought twice of me without the bond. But that's not the case now is it? And we're here and I'm his mate. To top it all off, we're madly in love with one another. So the fact remains." Sara got in Lilith's face, "I will be queen, your queen, you will respect me, I WILL bear Cythraul's mark and children, and I will be riding his cock into the sunset for the rest of eternity. Deal with that as you may but to me it sounds like you have a massive. Personal. Problem." Sara finished and walked out of the room, leaving no room for rebuttal, only to bump into a very pissed off Cythraul.

"Oh, speak of the devil and he shall appear! Literally!" Sara said with a giggle but Cythraul continued to death glare Lilith. If looks could kill she'd be several thousand feet under. "My Lord! I can-" Lilith started as she bowed to him. "DON'T FUCKING BOTHER!" his voice boomed with rage and both women flinched. He pulled Sara's body close and nuzzled her neck inhaling her scent to help calm him before he straightened himself and continued. "Apologize. Now." he said his voice turning demonic and his eyes glowing red. "No." Sara cut Lilith off before she could even start to lie. "She meant what she said a thousand percent and hates every fiber of my being for taking you from her, not that she ever had you. Her apology would be even more disrespectful and a blatant lie and I will not have it. Deal with her as you see fit but I want nothing from her." Sara explain at his confused looked and walked out the room. " (How fucking dare you disrespect her, your queen that way? I do not want to hear a single fucking word or lie from your mouth. I will deal with you later.)" Cythraul ordered and left Lilith in the room to wallow in her fear and tears. "(My queen, I am so sorry you had to deal with that. It will not happen again, I assure you. She will be dealt with.)" Cythraul said Kissing Sara's forehead and pulling her close. "Um, in english?" she asked with a giggled. "Basically I'll deal with her and I apologize that it happened." he translated. She nodded "can we go now, I'm starving and I want to fully enjoy our date!" she said and he smiled with a nod pulling her towards the dining hall. "So my generals heard you were here, and unlike some folk, they're super excited to meet you want wanted to eat with us. If you don't want to that's fine, I'll have them leave-" Cythraul started and Sara cut him off with a kiss. "It's fine my love. Lets go." she replied with a smile and he beamed at her with pride and love.

The dining hall was massive and had the same red wallpaper, from the bedroom, and black marble flooring that was used in the bathroom. There were several placements set up with an array of men and women, some in human or demon form sitting already. Cythrual took a seat at the head of the chair and Sara was seated in the empty chair to his right. Everyone took their time introducing themselves and they all seemed genuinely excited to meet her. "Thank whatever deity you pray to we wouldn't have to deal with Lilith as queen. Ugh" of the generals said and the rest of the court laughed. Sara let out a scoff and shook her head as the food was brought out. Everyone had a casual conversation and even some talk about the kingdom which Sara easily fell into and helped with some ideas. Once breakfast was done everyone said their goodbyes and the servants cleared out the table.

Cythraul led Sara down several halls showing her around the castle and all the important areas. After a home tour and enjoying each other's company for some time, he lead her down another hall and stops at a door without a normal handle but buttons like the inside of an elevator. Cythraul pushed one that lit for a moment and when it went off he opened the door to a massive wide open field with a gentle breeze. There were different patches of greenery separated by thick lines of shrubbery. Past a few fields was a line of short trees and then a cliff side that lead to water. "What kinda Howl's Moving Castle shit was that?!" Sara asked perplexed but surprised. "I'm not sure what that is." he replied with a confused look. "Oh baby..." she said and patted on his cheek softly. "I will show you the way" she added, "Oh yeah?" he asked. "Yea!" she replied. Cythraul pressed her against the side of the cabin and growled into the crook of her neck. "I look forward to you proving it" he replied. Sara moaned at the caress of his breath along her skin. "Cythraul..." she whispered, "Mmm yes ?" he replied. "I'm hungry" she replied and nearly choked on the giggle she was trying to suppress when he pulled back with an amused face. "Come" was all he said before wrapping her hand with his own and pulling her around the cabin down a dirt path.

They walked for a few minutes until they came to a clearing surrounded by brush with a single old oak. The tree was massive and healthy with multiple branches reaching up into the night sky full of leaves. The entire small open space was coated with paper lanterns along the ground with candles lit. There were more up the tree and hanging from the branches. Under the tree was a table with a set meal for two.

Pineapple glazed ham with vegetables and potatoes and her favorite white wine. "I remember you not caring about matching your meat to your wine" he said jokingly as he pulled out a chair for her. Tears slid down her eye at the beauty of it all but she wiped them away quickly throwing him a smile as she sat down. "Why are you crying ?" he asked kissing the top of her head. "Because this is so beauti- no that doesn't even begin to cover it. Everything you guys are doing, it feels like is so much. A lot of my life was spent alone fighting for basic needs but now I have everything I could have ever imagined and I feel like I don't deserve it at times." she muttered out loud and he kneeled down in front of her on one knee and kissed her. It was deep, passionate but soft and loving. "You are worth and worth everything in the world. What we give you is just a piece of the happiness and love you deserve, that we will always give you, happily and with no regrets." he replied giving her a quick peck on the lips before taking his own seat.

Sara couldn't help but take in his words as he served them food and poured the wine. "Are you alright?" he asked and she nodded "Yes, I'm just processing everything and realizing I can't live in my past anymore. I'm here now, with you all, where I belong." she said with a smile and started to dig into her meal. The ate listening to the sounds of mother nature and throwing occasional jokes at one another. "So, what magical outlandish experience do you have in store for me oh mighty King of Demons?" Sara asked him playfully as she cleared her plate. He grunted deeply and it had a gravely undertone. It made her body react as if it was his breath on her skin. "Well it's a surprise," he said and Sara sighed. He chuckled and pulled her up from her seat, "but first I have a gift for you" he informed her as he materialized a black gift box with a golden bow and handed it to her. "Eeee!" Sara squealed and pulled at the bow to get the box open. Inside was a purple satin pleated collar with a single satin ribbon of black around the center of the band. At the very front was a small silver ring with a 'C' carved from onyx hanging from it. Sara blinked a few times before registering that this was indeed what she thought it was, "a collar?" she asked for confirmation and he nodded. She looked at him confused, "you may bear my mark but I want the world to know you're mine. If you don't want to its okay, we all know you're a little but I'm sure there are many kinks you haven't explored yet. If you'll allow me and trust me, I'd like to show you and if you don't like it, I'll never bring it up again. However," he leaned in and pulled her close so his lips where to her ear. "I think you'd enjoy it as much as I will.."he whispered into her ear and her body shuddered.

She thought for a long time and he began to worry that it was too much for her. He was about to tell her to forget it but she spoke first. "Okay, but I want to ask you something first." His face lit up like a kid on Christmas, "anything." he replied. "Are you sure?" she muttered and looked down at the box again. Cythraul stepped impossibly close to her and lifted her chin so they were looking each other in the eye. "It amazes me how you can still doubt our, my feelings for you. Nevertheless I will spend the rest of eternity proving my love for you." he stated and kissed her forehead. She lifted the collar out of the box and handed it to him before she turned around and lifted her hair out of the way. Cythraul slid the fabric around her neck and she was shocked, the fabric was a lot smoother than she expected and it fit nicely. Cythraul used magic to seal the back so there were no claps or anything against her skin. "The only ones who can remove this is me or you. I understand you may not want to wear it all the time so I want you to be comfortable." he informed her and she smiled as she tip-toed, wrapping her arms around his neck and pulling his lips to hers. She ran her fingers through his hair and he growled into the kiss before pulling back reluctantly. "Come" he instructed leading her back to the Cabin with the elevator door.