Stratos
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Post by Stratos on Apr 14, 2008 11:02:47 GMT -5
As Stratos and the Athenian queen returned from Rome, they both shared secrets no one else knew. On the ship a lot had happened, something which would change it all. Daphne was a married woman, although the kind of love she kept for her husband was different then what she recently had discovered. Stratos and Daphne had made love with one another, by the cause that they both shared the same feelings as also they cared for each other. Horrible things had happened as she was captured by the Etruscans, although Stratos had rescued her.
Now as they were back home, everything was as before. She returned to her husband, as Stratos waited for next moment they could meet. She was a beautiful lady who many wanted, but only few could have her. Alcander who Daphne was married with already had her as wife, but still she was untruth to him cause another love was found.
Without the king being present, Stratos had entered the palace to meet the queen. With luck he had found her, glad to see his love of life again as a lot he had missed her. Quickly they moved through the hall, as no one watched them. They both in secret went to another room where they could be alone, there they kissed and hugged each other as happy they were to meet. Daphne knew the castle well and therefor showed a way he nor any other know about, there they could stay without being disturbed. In deep kisses they kept each other close, as slowly Stratos started to undress the queen while slightly he pushed her against the wall. "I missed you my love."He whispered into her ears, but continued kissing and undressing.
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Post by Daphne on Apr 14, 2008 12:04:18 GMT -5
Daphne's thoughts in the past days had been concentrated on only one topic, on Stratos. At last, she had returned to Athens and it somehow seemed to have returned to exactly the situation before she ever had left to Rome. She was married to King Alcander, and did not see Stratos at all in these days. She missed him, having him close, but however it was not possible. Alcander was not to know that also her feelings had changed on her Rome journey, that she was in love with his messenger.
On this particular day, Alcander was kept by his work as king, and so she was left on her own. She was strolling around the palace on her own, following her own thoughts, when she almost ran into Stratos. Perhaps it was pure coincidence, but perhaps Stratos had been informed of Alcander's current absence and so had sought her presence.
After a short moment of surprise, they both tried to move quickly into the next clear room, where they could be alone, undisturbed. As Daphne knew this palace since she was a small girl, she knew many ways, many rooms which are rarely visited. Lucky as they were, no one saw or noticed them. As soon as the door behind them was closed, they were drawn together like magnets, all of a sudden they were lying in each other's arms, kissing. However, for Daphne it felt a little wrong when he started to undress her. After all, it was Alcander's home in which he betrayed her.
"I missed you too, so much." She replied to him, drawing a little back now. On the one hand, she felt so dirty when thinking of Alcander and felt so guilty to betray him. On the other, it simply felt as the right thing to be with Stratos and open up to him. She loved him, more than she ever had experienced. "But how to continue this?" she went on, trying to keep them talking, there was so much that they needed to talk about.
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Post by Stratos on Apr 14, 2008 12:56:31 GMT -5
"We could continue meeting, in secret."Stratos answered while kissing, breathing with passion as closer he wanted her by the minute. Deep into Daphne`s eyes he watched, holding his hands on her cheek while careful he pulled her more up to him. She was adorable he thought, in every way possible. Never had he believed they would end up together as before it was different, once had she said no about being with him, but now finally their close bond had turned into something more. It was good to be alone at last, as no one was around to disturb. With her body attached to his, the feelings within started to bobble. Daphne`s beautiful dress was as smooth as her skin, however the more his hands went slightly across her figure the closer it was to fall on the floor."No one would need to know."He whispered kindly into her ears, glad to have Daphne as lover.
With that said, he moved even closer. Still with deeps looks at each other, his hands slowly started to move down the back of her body. Gentle he felt her dress being pushed into her skin as his hands went over, but shortly after he reached the point he was heading for. In a good way, he squeezed her ass, hoping she was not offended. It was lovely and more the desire for fun grew, although if she wished to be careful and take it slow then he would do as she wished. After all, Daphne was the queen.
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Post by Daphne on Apr 14, 2008 14:41:32 GMT -5
Daphne was not fully satisfyed with his answer. He seemed to be so deep in love with her, that he wanted her close, as close as he now could, although she more desired to talk. It was obvious to them both, they loved each other, but at the same time he was breaking his complete loyalty to his King, and she was breaking her wedding vows and fidelity to Alcander. Surely he must understand that, as Alcander was their king, they could not be too rash, too careless. What if someone would find them? Right now they were in a room hardly ever crossed by people, but what if right in this moment someone would come in? Surely this person would recognize his Queen, and so understand this situation. And surely this person would tell Alcander, if only for his allegiance to the king. It was so horribly risky.
"Wait..." Daphne spoke, not impatient or angry, but pleading, wanting him to wait, to not go further when he touched her lower body parts. After a short pause, she pulled him a little away from her. It was not that she did not like what he did, for she did, she loved his touch and presence. However, she now needed to think rationally, to keep her head clear. So much was at stake if they continued like that, they at least should think a little more about it. And so, she went on. "I love you... I love you so much, but I can not risk hurting Alcander, or seeing you punished for what we are doing here." she spoke.
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Post by Stratos on Apr 14, 2008 15:03:28 GMT -5
When Daphne told him to wait as she pulled him a little away, he understood she wanted to take it slow. He knew it all came quick, but in a very long time he had waited for them to be together. Now at least his dreams was turning into reality, for years he had prayed to the gods that they would show him favor as loyal he always had been to them. The Athenian queen was the most beautiful woman in all the land, as well the wisest. It were no doubt that he wanted to have her, as Strong feelings he had. If only it had been easier he thought, if she had not been married it would be no need for them to hide. However needed it was to do so, nothing else they could do if they wished to meet.
Careful Stratos held Daphne close, even some inches away he now stood. Still his one hand rested upon her ass, while the other laid on her hip. From the view he saw, he could see beauty shining from her presence. His queen were like a goddess itself, who could trick any man into whatever need she desired. After she finish spoke, he shortly looked down as a sigh came out of him. Thought with a kind look and smile, he took her hands in his and answered."I know, but hiding is the only thing we can do if we wish to keep meeting. I am loyal to you and my king, thought I have always loved you. Your husband can not know about us, perhaps we should agree about a place we can meet at curtain times?"
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Post by Daphne on Apr 15, 2008 14:53:19 GMT -5
It was difficult for Daphne to stay away from Stratos, to not kiss him and be in his arms, while he was so close. So much she desired to feel his touch on her skin again, and his hot lips on hers. However, they needed to be careful, could not let themselves be led by their emotions and desires. "Well, a secret place, that would be a wonderful idea. But, what do we do... what do we do when someone finds out? When they find out?" For Daphne, this was the worst to imagination, that Alcander could find out about her and her love for Stratos.
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Post by Stratos on Apr 15, 2008 15:24:55 GMT -5
"I don't know, but I do know this. If we are to continue meeting, we must be curtain no one follows or is in the area when we wishes to be close. I do not wish to lose you Daphne, I love you to much."Stratos spoke in deep passion as his love burned for her, it was a great pleasure to have her close as always he had dreamed about it. It was dangerous what they did, although nothing could stop them as their love kept growing. In a secret room they now talked, far away from any living soul. However it was not curtain if they would be alone for long, they could only hope.
With his hand upon the queens hip, he carefully pulled her closer. It was a nice feeling, a feeling that made him feel great about life. She was a very attractive woman, no doubt about it he thought. After a short moment, he once again leaned to kiss her. Long it lasted as he did not want to stop touching or kissing, she was an enchanting woman he could not stop being with. Long they made out, but soon again his hands went to touch her ass and legs.
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Post by Daphne on Apr 16, 2008 3:44:44 GMT -5
"You are right." Daphne answered, and she nodded in agreement. There was no way for them to be secure a hundred percent while meeting, while being together. All they could do was to make sure no one was witnessing their love, that no one was following them, once they had found a secret place for themselves. Daphne let Stratos pull her closer, gave in to his kisses and touches. She laid her fair arms around his shoulders to move even more close.
Daphne was not sure as for how much time had passed now during their kiss, when suddenly she heard voices from not far away, doors clashing. With a start, she pulled back of Stratos, fear as well as shock drew her back. Scared, she looked at Stratos, being not sure if he had come to be aware of these noises as well. "Have you heard?" She asked, whispering.
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Post by Adrian on Apr 16, 2008 9:43:39 GMT -5
As the day had grown dark, less people were still awake. Through the streets of Athens, a group of hooded men went with Adrian toward the palace. Black cloaks they had on, which made it impossible for anyone to see who they were. However Adrian who lived in the palace was not afraid, therefor no hood covered his face. Around twenty men followed, as important they was for his plans. Underneath their cloths, these were ugly and dangerous men. Some had scars, some had lost limbs and some was discarded. Most of them were hired men from other lands, special skilled men within combat and war. Outside it had started to rain, but as quickly they got inside, none got wet.
As they entered the back door of the palace, only few of the guards and servants discovered them. However none of them cared as they already knew about Adrian, with them passing without being stopped they quickly arrived to a room they alone could speak. It was a secret chamber, which only few knew about. The room was divided into two, splitted by a small wall possible to see threw. With a nod, Adrian told his men to sit and one after one they took place while removing their hood. The things they were to discuss about, were completely secret as it had to do with the downfall of Alcander. When they started to speak, nothing did they know of the queen and her servant Stratos close by. Suddenly a voice was heard, their gaze was drawn to toward Daphne."My queen, what are you doing here...and Stratos?.."Adrian spoke and asked, wondering why they were in a secret room as he also saw them close. He know understood why, but still waited for them to answer.
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Post by Stratos on Apr 21, 2008 10:33:48 GMT -5
Without worrying about what was to come, Stratos held Daphne close as he listened to what she said. Gentle he touched her body, as careful his hands moved across her. When they finally took a long deep kiss, something was heard in the distance. They did nothing more, but looked deep into one another's eye worried. Daphne asked if he heard anything, which he truly did. Suddenly the doors on the other side from where they stood opened, although stood silent to not be seen. The room was splitted by a dark wall, which mostly was used for females that used to dress behind.
As quiet as possible they tried not to make a sound, if they did the others would hear. What Daphne and Stratos discovered as they hid, were that they recognized Adrian`s plan. It worried them, since he planned on killing the king along with many other secret men from all over. It was news which they would like to tell Alcander as possible as soonest, but when they were about to leave they got seen. Adrian quickly stood up along with the rest of his men, all of them watched in case the queen and the messenger tried to flee. However dangerous everything now became, all of them had been discovered. The evil men surely seemed to know what was going on, but Stratos said nothing.
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Post by Daphne on Apr 21, 2008 10:56:19 GMT -5
Daphne froze when she saw Adrian standing there, looking at them first confused, however then she could find a glance of understanding, and of power over them now as he understood what secret Daphen and Stratos kept from the king and from the whole empire. Daphne had not tried to flee, because she knew from the moment Adrian came into the second part of the room that their chance was over. And still, now that they seemed to be discovered, she needed to make the best out of it, to act as if nothing had happened between her and Stratos, that Adrian's believes were wrong.
After the moment of shock, she relaxed again and acted completely innocently. She now was standing a few inches away of Stratos with a respectfull space. "Hello, Adrian, what are you doing here... and all these men? In these quarters of the palace?" She asked, trying to keep the topic away from her and Stratos.
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Post by Adrian on Apr 21, 2008 11:16:52 GMT -5
"I am just talking business with my men, but thats none of your concern. You probably have heard a few things by now, I can not let you two go. Tell me, whats going on with you and this messenger. Are you having an affair, my queen?"Adrian said with a serious tone in his voice, moving closer as deeply he looked into Daphne`s eye. He knew what was going on and both she and her lover was busted by them, nothing could she do against what the men had seen. With a slight nod, Adrian ordered a few men to block the door as well to surround the queen and the man.
As he came closer, he could see everything the Athenian queen was afraid of. He understood she did not like what happened, as now she was close to lose her respect and honor. If Alcander knew, then things would quickly change from the good life to the bad. Slowly he moved to touch the cheek of his queen, which he never had deared to do. Never again would he need to be afraid, since control he now had. Quickly his hand went around her, pulling her tight to his body as he whispered."Maybe you would like me as lover also, eh?"He said laughing, while he leaned closer to kiss her.
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Post by Daphne on Apr 23, 2008 5:21:03 GMT -5
Daphne was almost to say speachless for one split of a second, caused by Adrian's behaviour towards her, his words. She had not had much contact with him yet, mostly because she had been in Rome for such a long time that she had missed the time when Alcander had put him up as his advisor. But already before he had climbed up in rank, whenever she had been in his presence she felt something was not right around him, something did not fit. He was not the loyal man Alcander thought of, and here was the proof. A secret meeting of, as she could see, important men in Athens, without Alcander knowing, Adrian must have plotted against him, and her.
Only out of the corners of her eyes she noticed the men blocking the doors, she concentrated on Adrian. When he pulled her close, and even inclined his lips near hers, she slapped him hard on his left cheek and so moved back again a little to get out of his reach. "How dare you speak to me like that, my deeds are none of your concern either. But I wonder, what will happen if I tell Alcander the next time I meet him what I have witnessed in here?" She spoke, without an angry tone in her voice, rather a threatening one. Of course, she did not intend on telling Alcander right at this moment, for she saw that if she would she would admit her disloyalty towards him. Both, Adrian and Daphne were trapped there, she knew, no one of them both would be able to tell Alcander anything. And yet, they both had power over the each other one.
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Post by Adrian on Apr 25, 2008 12:03:16 GMT -5
As the queen suddenly slapped Adrian in a surprisingly movement, his cheek quickly turned red. It was something he had not seen coming, but more interesting it made everything. With a look of seriousness and anger, he listened to what Daphne spoke. She tried to threaten him, but as he too had something to tell it would be to risky for her to inform her husband. Close he started to move after she spoke finished, looking deep into her eyes as angered he had got by her slap. In return to what was spoken, he answered."Oh if you did, then I will drag you down with me. I am sure your husband would love to her about his wife sleeping with another man."He said and serious, wanting her to understand the consequences if she told. Not only would Alcander get to know his wife had an affair, but also it would make the royal house less respected. If the threat wasn't enough for Daphne, then Adrian would surely harm her lover or any other in case needed.
Slightly Adrian nodded to the men that guarded door, telling them to grab Stratos so nothing could be done to save the queen if the scene were to get worse. "You should be careful, my queen. No places in this kingdom or palace may save you now, you are trapped like a beautiful bird in cage. "He continued, but whispered as closer he leaned to her face. Adrian was not afraid, cause he had now power to do more then he ever could before.
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