Celestial Love by Juli Blood Read Free Book Online

Alexis jumped up and began wringing her hands as her mind quickly reviewed all the preparations.
    Lifting his eyes from the book he had been reading , Randolph caught her eye and calmly said, “You forgot that today is Holy Day and because of that you are missing the ‘Rest’ that this day has to offer.  Now, the wedding is going to be fine.  However, I am worried about you.  You always tell me how much you love setting everything aside on Holy Day and focusing on praise, worship, and us. Today you are so distracted that you are missing it.  I’m worried that come Second day you are really going to regret being so distracted today.”
    Shoulders slumped , Alexis crossed the room and knelt by the couch. “You’re right, thank you for reminding me.  I just get so caught up in everything that I…well I guess I let it tie me up.”  With a slight shrug and grin she brought a smile to Randolph’s face.
    “Want me to help you undo some of the knots?” He asked with a mischievous twinkle in his eyes.
    “Sure!” Alexis answered as she turned so her back was to him anticipating a neck and shoulder rub.
    Randolph sat up and started to rub her neck . Purposely getting tangled in the straps of her dress as often as possible.  After a few minutes he said, “This just isn’t going to work.  You’re going to have to take this off.  Actually,” he said as he stood moving around in front of her and offering his hands, “why don’t we head into the bedroom and find you something more comfortable to wear while I massage away those knots.”
    Alexis recognized the look in his eyes and willingly grabbed his hands and tried not to smile too much as he led them to the bedroom.  This would definitely get her mind off the wedding, at least for a couple of hours.
     
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    “Really?  You’re positive?” Princess Kalea asked for the third time. 
    “Yes.  We have done multiple tests and run them several times each.  I would not have brought anything to you if I wasn’t absolutely positive.” Dr. Wingate answered in his most assuring and confident voice.
    “Thank you Doctor.  I would appreciate it if you would keep all of this confidential from everyone.” Princess Kalea stated.
    “Everyone but the King, Your Highness.  He; of course, gets the results.” Dr. Wingate reminded her.
    “Has he asked for them yet?” Princess Kalea asked.
    “Well, no.  He hasn’t mentioned it actually.” Dr. Wingate answered.
    “Then could you please not give him the results until he asks?  I w ould really appreciate it.”
    Wondering at the reason behind her request and yet seeing no harm, he answered, “If he should ask I will give him the information immediately, but I won’t offer it.”
    Smiling gently , Princess Kalea turned and slowly exited the Med Lab.  Watching her from the window as she walked back to the palace through the garden, Dr. Wingate again wondered at her strange request.  Shaking his head, he returned to his office to secure the file before he went home.
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    Princess Kalea went directly to her suite. She entered via the secret passage from the library on the second floor.  As the panel slid back into place, she settled into the corner window seat and gazed out at the formal Queen’s Garden as she prayed.
    “Most Holy One, Thank You.  We can truly be one.  Only You could have made this possible.”  Wrapping her arms around her legs, she laid her head on her knees. “It’s more than I dreamed.  Thank you.  Please help me to be worthy and help me prepare.  Oh, Holy One, most brides have more time. I only have a little more than a day.  I’m so excited…I will never be able to concentrate without Your help.”  Closing her eyes; she took a deep breath and released it slowly.  Relaxing her tense muscles, she focused her heart and mind on the task ahead.
    With her attention focused inward , she didn’t notice the beautiful colors that danced on the clouds as the sun set behind the palace.