Tyranny of Steel

While Berengar was enjoying his time with his wives on a private island estate, his children were left at home with two caretakers. One of these was Berengar ’s mother Gisela, and the other was Adela ’s eldest sister Ava. The reason for Ava being present was simple: she acted as the wet nurse to Berengar ’s younger children.

At the moment, she had both Kristoffer and Katherine clutched to her massive breasts as they fed upon their aunt ’s milk. When Adela had approached her for this position, she could hardly refuse. If it meant proving she could be a trusted asset to the Imperial Family, then she would do anything asked of her.

Luckily she had given birth to a fourth child recently, and because of this her udders were filled to the brim with breastmilk. The young woman gazed upon the two children, who looked like infant versions of their parents and sighed heavily in defeat.

”To think these two beautiful babes could have been mine. Oh Berengar, is there no place left in your heart for me? ”

The truth of the matter was, Berengar ’s memories of his life in this world were not as complete as those from his past life. While Julian may have had a photographic memory that transferred over with his consciousness, the original Berengar was not only of low intelligence, but had a pathetically brief memory.

Thus his memories of his childhood years as Ava ’s fiance were entirely lost. It was at this time that Gisela entered the room with Hans in hand. When she heard Ava ’s remark, she merely scoffed before lecturing the girl.

”To think you could have been an empress, and you threw it all away for that disgrace of a husband of yours. I truly pity you. I am honestly amazed that my son thought you would be the ideal candidate for a wet nurse to his children, considering he seems to have no recollection of your history together. Just know that I am observing you, and if a single hair on those kids ’ head is disturbed, I will ensure that you are removed from your position and never allowed near the royal family again! ”

Ava knew why Gisela despised her so much, and she did not blame her. Instead, she sighed and nodded her head, not even bothering to protest such cruel remarks, knowing fully well it would do her no good.

”I understand, and I look forward to proving myself worthy to the Royal Family. I assure you, I will allow no harm to come to Berengar ’s children. ”