forum A Hunter's Curse (Closed o/o with Nyx)

Started July 19, 2022 by @Anxietyfilledcinnamonroll group

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Ember smirks and moves to kiss his neck " ya know it's funny how the king of hell wishes to be dominated by a werewolf. " she snickered and lightly kissed down his jaw to his neck

Nathaniel laid his head down on his pillow, exposing his entire neck. “But that werewolf is also my beautiful wife, so why wouldn’t I?” He mumbled, his lips parting as she trailed kisses down his neck. “Ember, accipe me. Age quod tibi placet. Im 'in tuo carmine.” He whispered in Latin.

Ember smiled and began to unbutton Nathaniels shirt before kissing him "Certus esne hoc esse quod vis?"

Nathaniel’s face was a deep cherry red. He nodded his head. “Sic.” He kissed Ember on the cheek.

Nathaniel woke up clinging to Ember, sleepy blinking his eyes. What do I need to do at sunrise again? On yeah He slipped out of bed and rummaged through his wardrobe. He slipped on his fancier clothes and teleported to the grand hell. “What the hell are you people doing?” A bunch of demons stopped and stared at Nathaniel. They were settling up tables and putting up stringed lights. He didn't even know they had those.

“We’re just setting up the celebration hall! For the party we’re throwing for you!” A demon croaked.

Nathaniel looked at him with a face of puzzlement. “Party? I didn't approve a party.”

The demon stared at his king, flinching from the harsh tone. “Well.. Now you did.”

This was going to be a long morning.

Ember sat up once she felt the warmth of Nathaniel go away blinking the sleep out of her eyes before slipping out of bed and going over to her room to change her clothes. where the hell did he go this time?
She walked up to on of the guards posted at the hall "um excuse me? You wouldn't happen to know where Nathaniel went would you?"

The guard glanced up. “Can’t you hear him? He’s in the great hall yelling at his servants.” He rasped, going back to his stoic pose.

Nathaniel was indeed yelling at his servants. “No! Don’t put that there! Put it over there!” He was directing where different decorations should go. His hand movement were frantic and all over the place, guards awkwardly shuffling as servants passed by to grab more supplies. “Really?” The king voiced his irritation. “This is why you should await for me to approve things. Bouncing off of ideas is useless!”

"Oh sorry…" She nodded and headed towards the yelling and once she entered the great hall she was confused, to say the least, "umm Nathaniel what's going on here? why are you yelling?"

Nathaniel whipped around, about to snap at Ember when he realized– it’s Ember. “Oh hello there my dear!” He ran a hand through his rough hair. “These idiot decided to approve a party with out my permission! So now I’m stressed and have to tell the idiots where to put things.” He rubbed his face, his blue eyes seemed dead and exhausted.

"Oh well, why don't I help out…I have no experience with parties but I can try and help you." She looked up at him seeing his tired eyes and gave him the sweetest smile she could muster before walking up to him looking around at all they've done already

There were tables scattered around the room with little string banners hanging on the walls. The demons scrambled about, doing their best while the king was watching intently. “It’s okay, Ember. You don’t have to help. Why don’t we get you something to eat instead. You look hungry.” Nathaniel seemed irritated or maybe almost– defeated. He pulled her into a hug. It was a long hug, a 'never abandon me' hug, a stay with me hug.

Ember smiled a little and hugged him "you know you don't have to do this on your own I can help you, are you okay dear? You seem off is everything alright?"

Nathaniel ran his fingers through her hair. He liked how soft Ember’s hair was. “I’m just… they’re doing things that I have not authorized.” He hissed. “But I’ll see what the outcome is later, let’s go eat something, sweetheart.” He started to guide her towards the private dining hall. “I’m alright— just a little irritated. Everything is fine.”

Ember sighed and held him tight kissing him on the cheek "okay fine if it'll calm you down well go eat something."

Nathaniel hung his head low, closing his eyes for a brief moment. “Yes, it will calm me down.” He led her into the private dinning room. It still had its classic upholstery and red designs. He sat down in his chair at the head of the table, putting his head in his arms.

Ember nodded and took his hand following him to the dining room, she sat down beside him and gave him a concerned look"dear..are you alright?"

Nathaniel looked up, placing his head on Ember's shoulder. "Yes, I am alright. Just a bit sleepy." He yawned, picking his head up, and looking down at his food. He stabbed some food with his fork and put it in his mouth. "I kinda wish I could have slept in. I mean, I could have, but someone had to direct those idiots."

Ember nodded and picked at the food on her plate "how long do you think it takes to find out if your pregnant?" She sat quietly before taking a sip if her water

Nathaniel wasn’t expecting that question. He started to choke on his food, surprised she asked that. He coughed it up quickly, shaking his head. “Sorry, I just wasn’t expecting that question… Uhh.. I don’t know, I think it’s about a week or two.” He took a swig of a red viscous liquid, soothing throat after slightly choking.

Ember looked at him a little surprised " A-are you alright? I'm sorry I just…I was just curious that's all." She looked down at her plate and are a little not saying much

Nathaniel cleared his throat. "I'm alright, dear, nothing to be sorry about. I just wasn't prepared to receive that question. That's all." He studied her behavior, noticing how quiet and distance she was. "Are you alright, darling? Is there something you want to tell me?" He leaned over to kiss her upon the forehead.

Okay if you say so. I'm just thinking, what if I can't get pregnant or if I can and I end up miscarrying." She leaned into the kiss closing her eyes briefly

Nathaniel stroked her head, moving Ember into his lap. "And if that happens, everything will be okay. It wouldn't be your fault. We could always adopt if you wish." He took another bite of his food. "It would never be your fault." He laid his head on top of her head, wrapping his arms around her waist. "Don't worry, Ember."

She nuzzled into him sighing softly " I just can't help but worry about it, it's scary Nathaniel.."

Nathaniel pulled her closer to him. “Everything will okay, sweetie. I promise you. I’ll take care of you.” He lifted his head up, eyeing the plate of barley eaten food. “You need to eat more. It’ll give you strength, my dear.”

Ember buried her head in the crook if his neck and smiled softly "what did I do to deserve a husband as loving as you?" She followed her gaze and looked at her plate " I've had my fill dear.."

Nathaniel rubbed her back. “You simply followed me home when I warned you not too. Talk about a major choice. That led to our union.” He giggled. He frowned. “If you say so, but I still think you need to eat more. Come one.” He removed Ember from his lap, getting up himself. “Let’s do something while my demons set up our party.”