I am not getting married you know. Ayduin told this to Aislin for what seemed like fifth time.

Yeah, I have heard that and also advised you against it. Aislin said tired of repeating her words which were a lie and pain to herself.

Aislin, do you truly want me to get married to Angelique? Ayduin asked the dreaded question.

What if she said yes?

Aislin was left speechless now. Of course, it was hurting as hell if Ayduin went ahead with the marriage but that was also the safest option for him, to stay away from Aislin. Why was Ayduin so against marriage? Was he that company anti?

Aislin I asked a question, answer me truthfully. Your answer means a lot! He said giving her a hint.

She thought for a moment. If she said yes will Ayduin go ahead and trust her decision as a friend to get married? If she said no will he think she has other intentions?

She went for a diplomatic approach.

You don't always get what you want now, do you? She said and panicked instantly at her words.

Were they transparent enough to declare her feelings?

Ayduin new decision making brain picked up her answer in a most optimistic way and he grinned to himself.

I will take as you don't want me to get married. He said jubilant all of a sudden.

And that instant his decision was made.

Before Aislin could comprehend the meaning behind his words he was set on letting his father know about he was not going to get married.

What are you planning Ayduin, you are scaring me? Aislin said genuinely worried.

Already knowing her was dangerous for him.

You will see. He just thought.

But besides confidence, there was a sense of dread in his tone.

"Father, I need to tell you something." He said now facing his father who was in his bedchamber now.

The cloaked guards surrounded Ayduin as if the Prince might do something dangerous but King flicked his fingers as a sign for them to move away from Ayduin.

"Finally you decided to be mature after two days of being a drama princess," King said in a flat tone.

"I am still not getting married but I have something more important to tell you that I have hidden from you," Ayduin said with his heart thundering inside him.

Was he scared? Not really, he was more worried how his father will react?

Sensing that it was a father-son talk, the guards walked out.

"Talk." His father commanded.

"I don't want to get married or be your heir because... I am cursed." He finally said it out loud.

King just stared at him with his cold grey eyes as if at sometime Ayduin would say kidding!

"Is this suppose to be funny Ayduin?" Kind said wryly now getting up from the bed.

"No father, I do not go around making jokes. I am serious. I have known this for a long time, I am cursed and the curse says that the land I rule will be destroyed and cursed as well. Not only land but even if I lead a small army it has perished. I have put the curse to test and it actually exists." Ayduin explained calmly now.

The king was even paler than he already was, he grey eyes now clouding dark like rain clouds, dangerous and angry. He gripped his sword, a piece of art and clutched it tighter.

AYDUIN! What have you done? Why? Aislin said almost on verge of crying.

He did something he would have never done, he had survived with this secret for so long. He avoided answering Aislin for now. She was devastated as it is.

What will your father do? He will not be harsh on his own son, right? What were you thinking? Other kingdoms might condemn you for this? Aislin was in a hyper panic mode right now.

As much as Ayduin was stressed this was new for him and he felt amused about hyper the usually calm Aislin was. There was no doubting she cared a lot for him.

"Father I know you are surprised and disappointed in me but that is the truth and I don't want to put anyone in harm. Hence I will live life like a commoner." He said dutifully stating his plans.

Then as Ayduin noticed so did Aislin as an electric shot passed through the sword the King held. He was filled with rage.

"Live as a commoner you say?" He said sounding dangerous.

Ayduin lifted his head high, not afraid in the slightest, he knew like everyone else he was the strongest elf alive, stronger than his all-powerful father.

"Yes." He replied with an edge of attitude.

"You have known this and now you tell me. A prince cursed to rule...who will take over my place?"King was yelling in rage now.

A grey light and smog collected around him emitting a strong powerful aura. Even the guards outside were wary but Ayduin was unfazed and gave a sly smile.

"Father, I will be a guardian, wasn't that you always wanted? Away from everything." Ayduin said growing confident with passing time.

"You take me as some laughing stock Ayduin!" His father snapped and swung a sword at his son.

With an eye roll, Ayduin deflected with an ice shield immediately formed in his hand.

"Father I have no intentions to hurt you or your pride. Just do whatever you feel like." Ayduin said confidently.

"What I FEEL like? I feel like killing you son!" He said with a spiteful tone.

King was hurt, profoundly. Ayduin was his only heir and to find out he was cursed in the most unlucky way made him lose his cool.

Ayduin patiently waited for what punishment will he get or if he would get any.

"Ayduin Iolnas, I Clerthen Iolnas, King of Elm Lenora banish you from the kingdom. You shall never enter the realm unless I shall say it myself, if you do and are sighted you will be killed there and then. Henceforth you are no longer a guardian or a warrior for any army existing.

I will let you live for you are my son but I shall never see your face again and neither will you be allowed to see your family or Elm Lenora ever again!" King bellowed now the current glowing on his sword shot towards Ayduin.

It didn't hurt him since there was no pain but he flinched when it touched him. A star shape was formed on his arm like a tattoo, the mark that he was banished.

He couldn't believe King could do that. He was surprised and hurt now. But without another word he bowed and left the King. As soon as he left, the mighty King crumbled to the ground on his knees and tear escaped his eyes. He clutched his robe from where it covered his heart and clutched it tightly as if the pain was unbearable.

He didn't let on but besides being a King he was also a father, a father who cared for his son.

Naturally, the marriage was canceled and the reason was told. It was a matter of time that such huge gossip spread like fire and everyone important was gathered. Angelique who planned all this was stunned beyond belief and everyone except the hermit and Marlon supported King's decision and those who didn't , couldn't dare to say it out loud.

The only thing left before Ayduin will leave for wherever was to strip him of guardian tattoo and privileges.

It was all too sudden and half the people can't believe that this was happening. The handsome perfect at everything prince can't be cursed.

While Ayduin at the solace point, the top of the turret from where he could see a great distance. The wind caressed his face and rushed through his locks. He closed his eyes and sighed. Banished was alright, maybe but where will he go if he also not a guardian anymore. What will be the purpose of his life?

It was a good thing, right? I mean I was no prince or warrior. I couldn't rule, I hated battle and I have no diplomatic skills, I am ill-mannered and rude. And I felt bad for the families of one I killed, had nightmares after wars. What warrior is that way? He thought to himself but naturally, Aislin heard.

You Ayduin is the noblest person I have ever known. People don't bother what happens to anyone till they could have the power. A warrior, you say? Does the warrior means killing people without giving a thought... that's not a warrior, that is a killer, murderer Ayduin and you are a true warrior because you think before you strike and you value life. Doesn't a true soldier fight to save lives? Aislin said all defensive of now self-disgusted and depressed Ayduin.

You are the cure Aislin. He said out of the blue.

Oh.Oh.. you knew. I- I am sorry...I didn't. I couldn't...I wanted to..but. Aislin was short for words.

She couldn't possibly give any logical explanation now.

He might be feeling betrayed, she was the answer to his one big problem and she didn't even tell him. She would have told him had she decided to stay beside him but each day she was with him was the danger to him and worry about her.

I am not saying about that and I forgive you for hiding the truth. I understand why you did that. I am saying it in general, you are seriously a cure for my every pain, every disease I had. How come you always find the right words to make me feel better? He said awed at the words she just said in his defense.

How could she make him feel so great but he was anything but?

Why did you do that Ayduin, took such a drastic step? You could have just postponed the marriage if that is what you wanted. Aislin almost begged him.

There was a strong surge of protectiveness around her she had no idea she possessed. She wanted to defend him in front of whole Elm Lenora, help him be a guardian and then give him a home to return to now that he had none. She knew all this was not possible and that made her despondent.

That was my decision Aislin. I accepted how I feel. Can you? I risked it because I don't want to be here with someone I don't love. I told the dark secret I never told anyone because I love you Aislin. Despite all the tries I did not to, I still love you. I know what your curse does, I know Darkmir is around you and this could put me in his enemy circle but still, I love you. Damn, you are just a voice in my head, someone I haven't even met and yet against all odds I love you. Can you make a decision now Aislin?

Exasperated that how clueless Aislin was and kept asking the reason behind his rash behavior he said the words out loud to her feeling all anxious how she will respond. But he was not that worried since he was Ayduin, the cold calculating prince he got what he wanted.

And he had never wanted anything or anyone more than her.

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So he confessed to two things now..Ayduin is on a roll xD

now to be exact there are 3 chapters and an epilogue left. I want to end this story..before I update anything else :)

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