Aftermath

##Carla##

Johny walked me outside to the garden. A white wooden table with transparent chairs waited for us.

Johny: I had them make you pancakes, eggs, and some orange juice like home; I hope you like them.

He leaned to kiss me, and my heart raced out of fear. I didn't want him to touch me.

Johny: Are you okay?

He said, analyzing my terrified facial expression.

Carla: Just pitchy

I lied

Johny: So how are you feeling, my love? You barely said a word since we sat down?

Carla: It's nothing, honey; I am taking it all in.

Johny: I will get our unicorns ready

Carla: Wait, what?

Johny: We're going for a ride.

A bright smile stretched across my face. "I will be back, my love," Johny said. I took a deep breath as He left. "Why did I feel soo suffocated around him now, like I wasn't safe?" I question myself.

Maid: Would you like extra coaching for your swollen private part, your highness?

I nodded "yes" out of embarrassment, forgetting they had taken me a bath this morning. Yes, It looked like I was wearing an athletic cup.

Carla: Don't tell Johny, okay.

Maid: We won't say a word, your highness

Not long after, Johny came back with two beautiful horses. One black, the other white, their feet had white and black stripes.

White horse: It'll be a pleasure to give you a ride, your highness.

They gently lowered their heads. The maid came and asked to fix up the ride for me.

Johny: No need, I fixed it up myself.

I was beginning to worry until the maid patted the back of the horse and said

Maid: That won't do your majesty.

Carla: It's okay, honey, thank you. I appreciate it.

I smiled to ease the argument.

Johny: Hurry up, please.

Impatient and embarrassed, Johny said. By the time the maid got done, it seemed comfortable. The horse bends down to let me climb on top.

Johny: Are you ready, my love?

Carla: Yes

I said with excitement. The ride was marvelous. We pass by singing trees. Beautiful majestic animals, we flew overseas witnessing dancing fishes, it looked like a concert. They had such beautiful scales. They also had a comedy show; most of their jokes were about being grateful the sea dragons missed them; their fame could not save them. It was pretty funny. It was getting late Johny had said, "let's go." We flew back home. Saying "thank you" to the horses as they fly back.

Johny: I hope you're not tired?

He said with a slight grin. Fear paralyzed my body at the thought of him touching me again. Relieved to see the maid waiting for me by the bathroom door as e entered our bedroom.

Maid: Good evening. Your bath is ready, your highness.

Clara: Thank you,

I said, regaining calmness after that terrible thought about having sex again.

Maid: I am sorry, your highness, it's for the newly married woman.

Johny looked aggravated but then said, "okay" He left the room. Surprised to see the bathtub filled with Ice. That must have taken them all day.

Carla: Thank you so much.

I said with teary eyes. Sitting inside the Ice caused my swollen parts to stop throbbing.

Carla: Lady Universe make him fall asleep because I am in pain; I can't do anything tonight.

I prayed, hoping she heard me. After the bath, I put on a T-Shirt with Panties and went to bed. Johny was waiting for so long He fell asleep. I couldn't bear the thought of touching him. Terrified, He would wake up; I slept on the sofa.

##Johny##

I feel like there is something Carla is not telling me. I woke up this morning; she slept on the sofa. Our kissing was slowed down. I thought we had such a great time on our wedding night she wouldn't be able to take her hands off me? Seeing her sleeping makes me want to wake her up with some more manly juice. Before leaning to kiss her, I heard a familiar voice calling me "young King!" Urgency in their voice. I put a robe on and went outside to see what was happening.

Black horse: My King, as you know, it's custom to befriend one of us in the animal kingdom

Johny: Yes, I am aware

Black horse: I know you went to see the dancing fish concert last night.

John: Yes, I did

Black horse: You Don't want them; they are perverts. Also, I would like to ask if your Queen would consider my wife as her companion? Even if you don't pick me as yours. I understand my conversations are short, I don't tell jokes, and I barely laugh. In discussions, I get straight to the point.

Johny: You would let her go to the castle where you know you cannot enter without a befriending?

Black horse: Yes

Johny: Why?

Black horse: I promised her in my younger stallion days to give her the world with my own four feet; we struggled to find work over time. The excitement in her eyes was slowly fading, being replaced with understanding. As a Being, it hurts my pride.

Johny: Sacrifice indeed, she is a beautiful horse

Black horse: I never find anything that matches her beauty.

Johny: I will talk to the Queen.

Black Horse: Thank you.

He kneeled and left. I went back to my room. Carla dressed in violet with a white derby hat. Her stars were showing again. She flenched when I approached her, and I stopped and smiled like I didn't notice.

Johny: Let me brush my teeth first, my Queen.

I went into the bathroom without saying another word. Why did she flench when I was trying to lovingly embrace her?

##Carla##

I wonder, can we truly have a good life without sex? I didn't like sex one bit. Hell would need to freeze over before I do that again. I made my way outside, waiting on Johny to start eating breakfast.

Carla: Slept well, your majesty?

Johny: No, but we can't change that; hopefully, I don't need to sleep by myself on the bed in the future?

I could tell he was getting upset at something. Was He catching up? Me and Johny always went tit-for-tat. He was my biggest rival In that aspect. We said we won't hold anything in, but this was different. Before He could say another word, we saw two miniature horses. Their faces were half white and half black, but their body was either white or black.

Black Horse: Hello again, your majesty

Carla: Hello

I said, Showing some excitement on my face. Johny Then explained, asking if I wanted to befriend the white horse?

Carla: Do you only befriend one animal?

Johny: No, as much as you like. They cannot deny any request from you, and you cannot hurt or mistreat them. Every royal should get one; it better unifies our kingdom. If we are ever at war, they will support you. If you don't choose one in your reign, they Can turn a blind eye if a war breaks out. Every King has a choice, but that's always the contract. The animal you pick would become a royal as well in their kingdom. There are different kingdoms. We are currently in the horse's kingdom.

Looking around now, I realize there aren't any houses but ours. It was plain fields.

Carla: You are getting the Dad, right?

Johny: Yes, the kids are free to come along.

Black horse: Your highness, you are too kind. You should pick someone else. I am not worthy.

Johny: I need a companion that will help me make selfless choices for my kingdom; being apart from the one you love because that makes them happy, knowing you'll never see them again, Is selfless. That is what I need for my reign.

The horse shook his mane and neighed; not long after, the beautiful white horse appeared.

White horse: Sorry I am late; why did you call me here, pa?

She asks her husband warmly. Johny told her the news, and she started to neigh while hitting her left leg on the ground. I guess that means she agrees. After we ate, we headed back to the castle. The Horses were walking among the royal carriage; I was praying Johny wouldn't want to hold hands.

Johny: So your name is Z?

Black horse: Yes, your highness

Johny: What if I call you ZZ?

Black horse: What for? It's already short? Plus, that's not my name, your highness.

Johny: I could tell we are going to be great friends.

Black horse: Are we?

Johny: Yes!....and

Black horse: Your highness, can you just not talk. It's not right for a young King to talk soo much.

He said in a serious tone.

White horse: Honey!!!

Johny just laughed and laughed. I am guessing it is the butler accent. Z talked very proper; it didn't matter how angry He was; his pitch wouldn't change; he'd take longer to respond.

Carla: That's enough, babe stop.

We were 5 minutes away from the castle. When We arrived, Johny took my hands, Leading me inside; we found the King and lady universe conversating.

Universal Lady: Ah, your back.

Carla: Good morning, everyone,

King: How was your honeymoon?

Carla: It was something else, let me tell you.

Johny looked expressionless. I heard a low growl behind me; I turned around to see the sea dragon princess with an older man.

Satphire: Are you ready, Mortal?

Her speed was incredible. She had long red hair, her face looked like she was a gazelle, Her eyes seemed to be surrounded by little diamonds, Her skin was fair, and the rest of her body was human.

Queen: You got some nerves!!

Everyone but the King, me, lady universe bowed down. Wait, was that the sweet Queen at my wedding a few days ago? When did she become this?

Queen: You come to my castle, challenge one of my own without consulting me!?

Satphire looked terrified; Satphire's Throat became more blue-er as the woman kept talking. Her hair started rising in flames, burning the ground with every step she took. The older man Grabbed his white scaly sphere, standing in front of Satphire as the Queen kept approaching.

Queen: I will burn you to a crisp!!!

King: Enough!!!

Everyone but me and lady universe bowed. Lost but mesmerized.

King: It was handled while you were away.

The Fire started to dim. Her hair turns space-like black with red tips. Her stars look far away.

Queen: Lady universe? Please forgive my rudeness.

Lady universe nodded. This voice came from the door ahead of us.

Voice: In here?

Lady Universe: Oh God!

Voice: Oh God! is right? How dare you stand Me up?

Hair gray as stones, grass green eyebrows, brown eyes, each cheek had flowers on them, a cape made out of leaves from willow trees. She had two purple sea shells hiding her breast, red and yellow flowers hiding her private parts connected to a string that led to a tree bark covering her booty. In front of her were beautiful flowers that instantly bloomed, but as she passed, they died. Everyone bowed except me and lady universe.

Universe lady: I was on my way.

I could hear the servants talking among themselves, calling her mother nature.

Satphire: We have a match today.

Queen: You challenge the future Queen; she is officially Queen; your challenge is no longer valid, not to mention I never approve of it.

Older man: This is all your fault, mother.

He spoke with arrogance to lady universe. I could tell the flower lady became more aggravated as the older man continued.

Older man: You always have...

The flower lady's hands were now a fist, and the older man was gasping for air. Did she cut off his air supply?

Flower lady: Mind your tongue in the presence of Goddesses; if it wasn't for my sister, I would have starved you, making my pets feast on you like you feast on the sea fish.

The man's eyes were rolling in the back of his head "is she really going to kill him?" I thought

Lady Universe: Let's talk in the dining hall.

She said with a worried smile. I quickly understood, even if He embarrassed her with his actions, her heart was breaking to see him in pain; she's a Mom.

Queen: Right this way.

Flower lady finally let him go; both Satphire and her companion ran like cowards to the nearest exit. We made our way to the dining hall and took a seat. Johny still hasn't said a word.

Lady Universe: Now, where were we? yes, this is my sister Nature

Queen: It is said she balances the scales for your actions; she could turn her back on you, making you unfruitful, all your plans, hope, and dreams would turn against you; you will not be successful in anything you do

King: If someone cries or bleeds because of you, she added it to your scales; once your crime reaches its max, everything you ever do will come to light. Causing you to get the maximum punishment depending on your crime.

They explained a lot but did not explain the flowers. So I thought I'll ask.

Carla: You create such beautiful flowers as you walk by; why do they die as you pass?

She looked at me, responding.

Nature: Beautiful flowers, you say?

Carla: Yes.

The King lowered His head as of His saying, "why would I say that?"

Nature: Flattery is a tool used by selfish people.

Carla: As honesty stays with genuine hearts.

The Queen looked like Her eyes were going to pop out of their socket. The King's head went even Lower as if he were saying, "great job for bringing us our demise."

Nature: Sister, do you favor this Mortal?

She said while looking at me with careless regard.

Lady Universe: Yes! she has won my favor.

Natural: Hmmm. I will wait for you in the atmosphere, sister, don't keep me waiting.

Just like that, she vanishes.

Carla: I didn't mean to offend her.

King: Well, you did.

Queen: We can't afford Nature turning against us

King: Do you think before you speak?

Carla: Not really; if it comes out, it comes out. She called me selfish I was letting her know that my question was unpretentious.

Lady universe started laughing. Her tears explode like fireworks again. The King gave that awkward laugh. As she looked at me, saying, "I will see you in a few days." Then she vanishes.

Johny left first, then the King; I excused myself and headed to me and Johny's room. Moving my legs was becoming more painful each time.

Queen: You look un-well

Carla: No... it's a new walk the kids are doing nowadays.

I lied

Queen: If you say so.