Chapter 15: Visit with the king (1)
"I must send to the court that I want a divorce. I want it sent by the end of the day. I wish for the high court to be quick with it. Are you still close to the king?" Selene asked, looking to use Xavier’s relationship with the royals.
"Still? When have we ever been close? The king and I don’t see eye to eye on most days we meet," Xavier replied.
Selene found it odd. "You two are part of the five families who started the half-bloods. It has always been said that you are close. My mother would tell me the stories often."
"Well, in the past our families were close but we’ve long branched off and only gather when it is important. I am not friends with the king or whatever you have heard. I merely speak on behalf of the Blackthorns. Why? What do you need from him that I cannot do for you?" Xavier asked, wanting her to share her plans.
"The king has made it known he will grant Gabriel’s anything he wants. It is something to be concerned about," said Selene.
She would be wary of what Gabriel would ask for until the divorce was final. Anything could happen.
"Oh," Xavier said, not the least bit concerned. "I will speak to the king about it. The divorce will be taken care of quietly and quickly. I will pay a visit to the king after I see that you have settled in today. How do you like the dress? I like it."
"Why would the king listen to you if you are not friends? I am trying to understand the relationship you have," said Selene.
"I am quite persuasive when I want something and he happens to owe me. You have come to me for my power and connections. There’s no need for you to worry when I am not worried. It will go well," Xavier said, certain of it.