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The "Empress" stared at his husband from afar, he was hidden from sights. The man with long blonde that was tied with black ribbon. With green eyes so pale the light when it shined on them they look as soft gold as his hair. The scars that carve more into his strong features as if it was a gift and not from surviving the many wars he's been through as of late.
Magenta eyes lingered on the man dressed his dark fitted armor, eyes trailing to his clawed hands that held a waist that wasn't his. Eyes drifting upon the heavenly beauty, Saparata. You could say the white hair male was an angel sent from heaven, well he was the Saint that all talked about. Jude couldn't blame them, well... He could, infidelity was unacceptable no matter what was happening in your relationship.
Jude didn't know why he was so eager to married Sharpness in the past. Even though he seen this before his last life it still hurt. Jude truly loved Sharpness, what more could he do? Whatever is going to happen from this point on is he isn't going to repeat the confrontation that lead to the biggest fight they'd ever had that killed Jude. In reality Jude wasn't sure of his death was related to their affair, but what he was sure of that he was stabbed with a laced dagger ans seeing the blue handle and a symbol on the said weapon.
He didn't understand why fate had given him another chance. That he had woken up on the exact day he would find out his husband he had been so devoted too was having an affair. An affair with another married man... Jude wished it wasn't someone from their circle of friends, if he could even call Saparata that now. He was always more of Sharpness’ friend then his. He could see that now.
Judelow was sure Saparata was promised to the 2nd prince, Fluixon, that was one of the many things that went unknown to Jude as he died before even meeting Fluixon, as their kingdom was very private. What he did know was that they was in fact married. The matching wedding bands on Fluixon and Saparata were subtle but Jude had an eye for the little things. Was Jude going mad? He had seen the way Saparata and Fluixon looked at each other, it was the same way how Jude looked at Sharpness when he was much younger. Although nowadays Jude wasn't too sure if he can look at Sharpness that way. Is Jude that oblivious? Is he too suck in his own head like the rumors say?
Jude was out of the veiw of the two having their secret moment. Jude couldn't help but bit the inside of his cheek. He had to think of something to do.
What could Saparata gain from hooking with with a already married man? A man that has three kids already... Jude turned away from the scene, he had duties to fulfill and sweet children to see. And a plan of sorts to get to.
Walking away from them felt like he ingested ink as if he thought it was simple alcohol. Maybe he should drink some poison... No! What would the children do without their "Mother Empress"? Jude had to lose these lingering feelings for his husband. Space would be a great start!
'Does Fluixon know that his dear flower is fooling around..?' Was the last thought he had before his ears were filled with cheerful screaming that turned into sibling bickering. It brought a small smile on his face as he entered the children's play room. He didn’t even noticed how he was already inside of the empire's walls.
'I should really spend more time with them...' He thought once more, at least he sees them more then Sharpness. The Emperor clearly doesn't see his own children. Perhaps doesn't even know their names. Jude had a slight concern there but after seeing what his husband was up to that same concern shrank. Not for the children themselves but Sharpness’ relationship with their children.
Tai, Spongs and Loppezz. Two boys and one girl. All two years apart from each other. Jude’s eyes had glazed over as he watched. Taking into their appearances more now. They have become older, the last time her truly held them closely is when he gave birth.
Tai, seem to take pride in the dark purple to almost black hair, and the pale eyes. He was playing swords with Spongs. Tai could use some more practice, maybe if Sharpness actually.... He truly is the perfect mix of Sharp and Jude, many say he will mature well with due time. It made Jude smile when Tai showed interest in trapping more then pvp.
Spongs, Jude stared at the boy. He was Sharpness' exact copy. The golden hair but shorter, the green eyes, everything down to features to manners. He seem to take the sword challenge far more seriously then Tai is currently. He clearly had the better skills when it came to fighting, just like his father. Jude wouldn't be surprised if Spongs is picked to become the heir over Tai. Although Tai was older, Jude was sure that wouldn't stop Sharpness.
Loppezz, she was playing as the princess the two had to save, her bright purple hair and magenta eyes made anyone who saw her knew who gave birth to her. She was the female version of Jude. Although Jude knows she can fight just like her brothers she seemed more content where she is. Jude was positive that she was capable of protecting herself if needed. At least she wasn't completely helpless.
Jude couldn't be more proud of them. What more else could he really do for them? Jude sometimes can tell when he isn't needed... Maybe less staff would be a plus then maybe he could actually be a mother to them. He was greatful for being reborn but he now wished time brought him back further, when his children were actually babies.
"Mother Empress!" Three voices in union shattered out. Jude made eye contact with all three of the children, the haze was gone. The rabbit noticed all of them were quite nervous to see him so suddenly after breakfast. Jude looked over his children one last time and smiled at them. That made them give a badly hidden curious expression to their mother. Normally only seeing Jude for formal events and at meals that their father doesn't even both to attend was enough for them. The two boys had discarded the swords to the marble floor. All three got a bit more closer to Jude. Not knowing what to do for this sudden visit.
'Why is this place so..' suddenly the rabbit had a grand idea to brighten the children's mood even more. It was so dull. The place barely had any color at all. It was very Sharpness.
"Get outside clothing on." Jude’s smile remains stretching a bit more as he moves a side as their respective helpers came in ready to take them to their bedrooms. Jude had told then ahead a time, exactly after breakfast after the children ran off to play.
"If I may, Mother Empress—" Spongs, just like his father can't take a simple order. Jude couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed at the title. Jude never understood where it came from as he never told them to call him that.
"Mother is just fine... perhaps even mama.." that last part was mumbled that no one could understand what Jude had said but the hint of sadness was expressed in how soft his voice got.
"Mother, why the sudden plans?" The blonde crossed his arms, correcting himself. Was he always this cautious? Jude couldn't remember.
Jude stayed smiling before it turned into a frown of false confusion, "Did adviser Cow not tell you?" He had purposely told Cow not to tell them the schedule of the day. Cow was just as confused as them but took the orders not to tell them.
The three tilted their heads to the side, oh how cute are they, "Oh my days, YOU three are going to have an official play date." Jude explains with a sadden expression that made the three children panic for an odd reason. Seeing their mother expressing such a face feels so wrong. Although they didn't know why, maybe it was because of the sudden interest and having their mother's attention on them.
"It's about time you start building a social latter, I've been putting it off for far to long," Jude says as he walks over to his children, patting their heads with longing affection. "I'm just so worried that many will use you for your status." This statement was true but also not. This time he can bond with them. He was going to die anyway.
Jude remember how they were. Although they never hated Jude they still had a large distance between them due to Jude focusing on their father, why did Jude ever do that to these cuties. Jude truly followed love blindly without even considering his adorable children. He wanted to pinch their cheeks. He took his hands off of them and pushed them lightly out the play room, "off you go now! We must be there before lunchon!" That made the three rush off.
Jude stood there looking around the pathetic sight of a play room for his babies. 'This will not do.' His thoughts of making this more acceptable for his children and making sure it comes out of Sharpness’ pocket.
"Boomiee, contact Godis, be quick now," Jude turned around seeing his personal help was there in his shadow as always. "This place needs to be alive, on the dime of the Emperor as well."
"Yes, Imperial Empress." Boomiee bowed as he made his way out of sight. Knowing exactly what needed to be done. Jude took one last glance at the play room before leaving off to take a bath.
"So much work be done, perhaps it's time for me to get proper connections." Jude sighs at the work that will come in the future. He knew it was for the best, he had to do this. Either way, he dies. 'I need to really think back to that symbol.' There was way too much on his delicate mind.
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The carriage ride was long for the kids but Jude had noticed that the children had relaxed in his presence for a bit. He should really see them more often. They seemed to go back to there bickering seeing that they didn't get scolded. Sharpness would always scold them for being loud but they were just kids in Jude’s eyes. His adorable kittens (( I just learned about that, baby rabbit are called kittens )). Jude bit the inside of his cheek, it was already irritated from this morning.
'Arguably, I should advocate for them more.' He looked at them longer before peeking out of the window. They were now in Infernus. Although the dark stone was enchanting it was far to hot for Jude’s personal tastes. He shifted in his seat and it caught the attention of his children.
"Mother are you well?" The youngest asked, his sweetheart of a daughter was worried for him. He looked at her immediately and couldn't help but smile at the child.
"Just adjusting to the heat, Piccolina (( tiny one))." Loppezz gave a confused look at what Jude had just called her. The smallest child did see the affection that gave away on her mother's face. So she assumed it was a good name. It made her quite happy at the praise fulfilled by the name of endearment. The children as a whole settled down as the carriage came to a halt. They had officially made it. Jude had business to do.
The butler had helped him and his children out of the carriage. Jude’s ear twitched from his surrounding. The children, of course, they stood close to him. Tai was clutching the fabric of his clothing ((Jude is wearing a dress, not a ballgown but something along the lines of the 1820s or think of Brighton <3)). Jude couldn't help but think of how precious he was. This was a completely new experience for them.
"Relax your three, you will make great friends here." He smiled gently at them. All three of them were amazed by him, many always say their father, the Tyrant Emperor was the most beautiful, the definition of perfection. But when they layed their eyes one their mother's smile, it proved those words of compliments wrong. Their mother was ethereal.
Jude coukd only see sparkles in their eyes. Assuming they were excited for new companions. Not knowing they they were stuck in a whimsical trance due to the warmth exploiting from his features. Jude didn't know he was giving them the look of love of a mother to them and they didn't know what they were receiving but they loved it. They wanted to keep that to themselves, scared that Jude would pull away.
"Come along now, tesorini ((cuties))!" He called out to them as he moved, following the older butler.
[End of scene, End of Chapter 1]