The Alpha King's Hated Slave
The Alpha King’s Hated Slave Chapter 142

He began walking towards her, “You make him happy. That is enough for me. Take this.”

At the soft but firm command, Sally reached out with both hands and took the wrapped package.

Her eyes widened to unbearable degrees. It’s a small bag of coins.

“You can pay dowry with that on your wedding day.” He said.

“Thank you so much, Your Highness! Thank you so much!” Sally gasped, her heart filled with gratitude. Her hands trembled as she held the unexpected gift with both hands like a cherished feat it is.

She has been worried sick about how to get this money, and even though she has saved up, it’s never enough. She has hidden it from Danika so that her princess wouldn’t worry herself sick.

And, here the king is, offering her this large amount of money.

Her knees hit the ground, her head lowered. Tears of gratitude spilled from her eyes as she thanked him over and over again.

“You are welcome, Sally. I want you both to get married and live well. Also, from today you seize being a Palace Slave. Chad is getting married to a young beautiful common girl, not a slave. I already gifted him with a small but comfortable house just outside the palace. It is a wedding gift.” He stated.

Sally’s eyes widened in fear. She can’t stop being a slave because it’ll tear her away from her princess. She’ll have no reason to be in the palace anymore.

When he saw her face, he added, “Do not worry. You can work as a palace maid afterwards. If you want to.”

A heady wave a relief filled Sally. She thanked him so much, never expecting such kindness from him. She has always known…and heard,that the king is a good man but the things he went through hardened him.

Today, she witnessed first hand how thoughtful and kind he is. Her mind went to Danika. Her poor princess.

She wished one day, his heart will heal completely and he will forgive. She wished one day, her princess will witness his kindness and mercy too.

She wished that one day, he would remove the collar from Danika’s neck and free her too.

She thanked him again and he nodded curtly before he ordered her to go. Sally was on her way out when his deep voice stopped her.

“Sally.”

She turned, “Yes, Your Highness?”

He kept silent for long. And then, “You are a good girl, a loyal companion. I appreciate your selfless sacrifice. Chad is exactly like you. I know you both will have a good life.”

“Thank you, your Majesty.” Her head riled as she walked away. Her selfless sacrifice?

Could he be talking about that day she took her princess’s place at the courtroom? That day the kings brutalized her?

But, why will he appreciate her for that day…? Could it be that he’d felt relieved—even happy—that she took Danika’s place?

Sally stopped outside the door and looked back at the door in puzzlement.

Could there be any chance—any chance at all—that the king has feelings for her princess…?

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It’s been five days since Baski confirmed that Danika is still carrying the king’s child inside her, and four days since the king had summoned Sally, but the time that passed did nothing to solve her problem…to alleviate her worries.

Danika woke up in the morning of the sixth day feeling sick. One good thing about it, is that she already knows her symptoms for what they were, as she ran to the bathroom and disposed of her breakfast.

How does she tell the king about this child? What does she do? What if the mistress finds out?

Five days hasn’t giving her an answer to that. She pushed it all to the back of her mind, wiping her mouth clean.

She has been avoiding the king and every night, she goes to bed with her heart in her throat, praying that the king does not summon her for the night.

She misses him so much, and she craves to be in his arms so much it’s almost physical pain. But, a lot is at stake now and a coupling with him is dangerous for her…for her baby.

“No, Danika.” She muttered, shaking her head. “This isn’t a day to think about this. It’s a special day today.”

“My Princess! How do I look!?” Sally shouted happily as the door of the bathroom burst open and she waltz inside.

Danika took one good look at her and a smile spread across her lips. “You look beautiful, Sally.”

Sally whirled around, a big smile on her face. She’s getting married to Chad today and Danika wants this day to be so beautiful for her.

She had been happiest when Sally narrated her confrontation by the king. The gift he gave her, setting her free and also giving her a chance to work in the palace.

Emotion had welled up in her and tears had filled her eyes. She was most happy. Sally deserves every happiness in the world, and she is determined to make sure that today remains so good for her.

Sally has always been so protective of her, it’s her turn to protect Sally today and male sure her morning sickness does not ruin her day.

“Are you alright, My princess?” Sally asked worriedly, glancing at her breakfast she just disposed of.

Danika had tried to keep the knowledge of her pregnancy all to herself but she was forced to tell her when Sally woke up in the middle of the night one day and caught her crying.

She’d told Sally and poor Sally had been as horrified and as helpless as she is. She couldn’t have done it these past few days without Sally’s encouragements.

Everything will be alright, My Princess. You will be fine, My Princess. Carrying a child is a blessing and not as evil as slave masters makes it look like. You will be fine, My Princess.

“Yes, I’m fine. This dress really matches you and you look so good in it.” She grinned at Sally, shoving her problem down.

The worry dissolve from Sally’s face to be replaced by a smile. “I know, right? Are you feeling queasy?”

“A little,” she admitted, “But, I’ll be fine. Come on, let’s get you ready for your wedding. You wouldn’t want to be late.”

She prays that the creator will help her today. She has been feeling faint and dizzy a lot lately because of her condition.

And, she will be giving Sally away today in front of a whole lot of people…even the King, if he will attend.

What if she feels dizzy during the ceremony? Or worse, what if she faints?

Heavens, please, help me. Danika thought as she led Sally out of the bathroom.

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