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tessa-liam · 5 months

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Turning the Page

Home is Where the Heart Is -8-

Choices, The Royal Romance, AU

Series Premise: As Riley Brooks journeys through life as a single parent in New York City, an epiphany strikes as she contemplates the future for herself and her two-year-old son.

Turning the Page Series Masterlist

Main Pairing: Liam Rys x F!OC Riley Brooks

All characters belong to Pixelberry Studios, except William Brooks (Rys) and Matteo Magro, who belongs to this series.

Category: On-going series, contains angst/fluff/depression. Cross-over fic with Choices, Perfect Match.

Rating: M🔞Warnings - Series will contain crude language, NSFW material – not Beta’d - please excuse all errors.

Words: 2501

Home is Where the Heart Is – 8

Chapter Summary: Madeleine reveals her threat to the Royal council, while Liam makes initial preparations to bring Riley and William home to Cordonia. William, with Riley’s help, decorates a gingerbread house for his father. Liam arrives in New York on Christmas Eve.

Music Inspiration:

Bless the Broken Road, Selah, Melodie Crittenden

All I Want for Christmas is You, Mariah Carey

A/N1: In this alternate universe, after King Constantine orchestrates two individual scandals to humiliate and entrap Riley Brooks and Olivia Nevrakis in shame, Madeleine Amaranth secures her position as the Queen of Cordonia. Riley, as the King’s mistress and Olivia, in self-imposed exile. Tariq is never found.

A/N2: My submission for @choicesflashfics, Week#64, prompt #2 - “I’m not in the mood for a lecture.”

A/N3: My submission for @choicesflashfics, Holiday Prompt #82 - “The only thing I want for Christmas is you.”

A/N4: My submission for @choicesdecember2023, prompt, Food and Feasts - ‘Gingerbread House.’ #choices monthly challenge

A/N5: My submission for @choicesholidays, Winter Holidays 2023 prompt event, Week5 – This is the best Christmas ever! @angelascribbles

Brooklyn Heights, New York City

As Riley carefully placed the gumdrops on the roof of the gingerbread house, William stood nearby, watching her intently. “Mama, put red one there,” pointing to the chimney top. William was serious about the details of the house. For him, everything had to be ‘just right’.

Riley softly smiled. William wanted everything perfect for his Christmas gift to his father.

"Mama, can I help?"

"Of course, honey." Riley handed him the bag of candy, and William began to place them on the house, giggling as he did so.

"You're doing a great job, LiLi. Your Daddy will be so proud of you.”

"Look, Mama! It's finished."

"Yes, it is ... almost. We just need a few more pieces of candy and we should put more ‘snow’ on the roof."

William squealed with delight as Riley handed him the piping tube of frosting to hold, as they began to finish the roof together.

Just as they were finishing up, Riley heard the front door open, and she turned to see Matteo coming into the brownstone, a large bag of Chinese take-out food in his arms.

"Surprise! We thought we'd bring dinner." Daniel announced while Matteo nodded his head to the royal guard standing next to the entrance. Daniel followed, stomping the snow from his boots.

"Thanks, guys. You're the best." Riley carefully moved the house to the counter to set, to make room for dinner.

"Unca Dan Dan! Unca Matty! Look what Mama and I made." William tugged at Daniel’s coat.

"Wow, that looks so cool, LiLi." Daniel squatted down for a mini fist bump.

William beamed, "It's a gingerbread house for Daddy. He's going to be surprised."

"He will. I'm sure he'll love it." Matteo placed the bag of food on the table and pulled out his phone. "We should take a picture."

Riley nodded, "Good idea. Come on, everyone."

They all gathered around the gingerbread house, smiling as Matteo snapped a few photos.

"Perfect. Thanks, guys.”

"We got your favorites, Ri. Orange chicken, vegetable lo mein, and fried rice."

"You know me so well." Riley smiled appreciatively.

“Ummmm ... Ri?”

Riley looked at Daniel, noticing he was moving his head toward the Royal guard. “Do we need to feed ‘Lurch’ over there?” he whispered.

Smirking, Riley shook her head ‘no’ and asked, "What's the special occasion?"

"Just a quiet night in. It's been a long week of travelling." Matteo sighed. “I am beat.”

"Well, we have three days here before we leave for Greece," Daniel shimmied over to kiss Matt on the lips as William climbed into his toddler seat.

"What's happening in Greece?" Riley asked, puzzled.

"Matty’s corporate New Year's Eve party is being held at a private estate this year in Athens," Daniel answered.

"Wow. Sounds fancy." Riley grinned, setting plates on the table.

"It will be.” Matteo winked at Daniel.

“Speaking of fancy ... and what about you, Riley? What has Liam planned for you and William this Christmas?”

Riley glanced at the royal guards standing near the entrance. She knew Liam would be returning in a few days, knowing that the guards received the King’s itinerary this morning. "Actually, I'm not entirely sure, yet."

"Maybe a romantic dinner up in the Hampton’s," Daniel suggested, waggling his brows at Matteo. "The man owns a private jet, Dan. The sky’s the limit." Matteo added.

Riley giggled, "Who knows? I am just thrilled he will be here with us," mussing William’s hair as he returned her smile.

"So, how are things with you two?" Riley asked, changing the subject.

"Good. Great, actually" Daniel replied with twinkling eyes.

"Couldn't be better, Daniel is right. The change of scenery has been fantastic," Matteo agreed, giving Riley a wink.

"Uh, ha," Riley chuckled, suspiciously. "Okay ... what is it?” Riley laughed, knowing her best friend all too well.

"We might have some news."

"Daniel ..." Matteo shook his head, "Not until after we formally announce it."

"Spill. You can't just say something like that and not give details." Riley demanded., chuckling.

"Okay, okay. I cannot keep it a secret any longer. We're getting married!"

Riley gasped, "Oh my god, Daniel! Oh! You guys! Congratulations!”

"Thank you, Ri.” Riley stood up and gave Daniel a huge hug. Matteo smirked, knowing all too well that Daniel could not wait to tell his best friend the good news.

"I can't believe you're getting married. That is amazing.” Riley gushed hugging Matteo.

"We're really, really happy, Ri. And we could not have done this without you. If you hadn't encouraged us to take a chance, we would have never realized how perfect we are together." Matteo gazed lovingly at Daniel.

"It was all you two,” Riley countered. “You both just needed a push in the right direction.”

"We're so glad you were the one to push us. This is the best Christmas ever!”, Matteo grinned.

"So, when's the big day?"

"We haven't decided yet. But we're thinking sometime in the spring," Daniel squeezed Matt's hand.

"That sounds lovely. I can't wait." Riley paused ... “Oh, I mean ...”

"Neither can we. Riley, would you do me the honor of being my maid of Honor?”

"Oh, yes! I'm really, really happy for you guys. You deserve all the happiness in the world. Yes! I would be honored.”

"Thanks, Ri. That means so much to me."

As they sat down and began to eat, Riley could not help but feel a tinge of sadness. She knew that the wedding would be beautiful in Greece, and she was happy for her friends, but ... she could not help but wish that she and Liam were engaged, too, and planning a future.

"Mama, can I have some chicken?" William asked, snapping her out of her thoughts.

"Of course, honey." Riley placed a piece of chicken on his plate, cutting the piece into bite size portions. William dug in, grinning.

Standing up from the table, Riley's eyes were filling with unshed tears as she excused herself from the table, turning towards her bedroom. Needing a chance to breathe and have some space, she walked into her room and clicked the door closed behind her. Riley bowed her head, wiping the tears now flowing freely down her cheeks, and slid down to the floor.

It was hard not to think about all the ‘what-ifs’.

What would have happened if they could have found Tariq in time to stop the wedding?

What if Liam had chosen her the night of his coronation instead of Madeleine?

What if Liam had chosen her, scandal be damned? As she sat on the floor, more memories surfaced.

A memory of her and Liam together in the blue grotto in Italy, when Liam mentioned abdicating the throne as a way of moving forward.

'There's this thought I can't shake off ... what our life could look like together. You and I. Without the court and the Crown.'

'What does it look like?'

'The parts I know? We elope and get married in a small, private ceremony...'

Riley wiped her tears. knowing that this was in the future for Daniel and Matteo, but not for her.

‘But you can't abdicate, Liam. You wouldn't be happy if you gave up the throne and... you wouldnt be you. In your heart, you know that.’

’If I do marry Madeleine, can you go on like this? Stealing moments, meeting in secret?’

"Mama?" William’s little voice sounded outside her door, interrupting her thoughts.

"Yes, LiLi?" Riley softly spoke, standing up and wiping her tears away. She opened her door to see William looking up at her.

"Are you sad, mama?" William pointed to her eyes.

"No, honey. I'm just happy for Uncle Dan and Uncle Matty."

"They marry?"

"Yes, they are. Isn't that exciting?"

"Mama, are you and Daddy marry, too?"

Riley took a deep breath and put her arm around William, "someday, maybe."

“We can be a real family."

"We're already a real family, William. No matter what happens, you and I will always be together."

"Promise?"

"...and Daddy too?"

Riley closed her eyes, her hands trembling as she tried not to break down. She was unable to speak and was trying to catch her breath.

"Mama? Why crying?"

"I-I'm sorry, William. I'm just feeling a little sad. It has been a long day.”

Overhearing William, Daniel pushed open the bedroom door.

"Hey buddy, go see Uncle Matt and finish your dinner."

“Okay, Dan Dan.” As William went back into the kitchen, Daniel sat down beside Riley and hugged her tightly.

“Riley?" Daniel questioned his friend.

"Y-Yes. Everything's fine."

"Doesn't look like it."

"I'm just...it's hard, you know? To watch my best friend, get married when..."

"I know, Riley. It is difficult. But remember, you and Liam are in a good place, now. And who knows? Maybe someday, you will be the ones getting married."

Riley’s breath shuddered as she looked at Daniel, searching his eyes, staying silent.

"I understand this is hard, but you can't let the past hold you back. You and Liam have come so far. You just have to take things one step at a time."

Riley's cell pinged with a message. Picking up her phone, ‘Liam’ appeared on the screen.

Cordonian Royal Palace

Olivia, standing in for Liam, and standing for the Royal council, sat at the King's desk. Rashad and his father, the Crown’s personal legal counsel, sat on the sofa next to Liam’s large ornate desk. Madeleine's heels could be heard clicking down the hallway, stopping outside of the study door. Madeleine cleared her throat before Bastien opened the door and allowed her to enter.

Entering the King’s study, her face was impassive.

"Where is Liam?"

"The King is occupied with important matters. He's asked me to represent him in this meeting." Olivia coldly, but politely answered the ex-queen of Cordonia.

Madeleine’s glare turned nasty as she looked at Olivia in disdain.

"Keep it up Madeleine. As the King’s representative, you will deal with me and answer all the questions I am looking for. Is that understood, Madeleine? I am not your subject.” Olivia sat back confidently.

"I am not in the mood for a lecture," Madeleine scoffed.

"Very well. I am here to discuss the matter of the succession of the Crown. I trust the council has brought you up to speed?"

"Indeed, they have." Olivia responded.

"Good. Then there is no need to waste time. Let's get down to business." Madeleine said with a smirk. "As you know, the King has yet to select a queen, and secure an heir to his throne. Given his indecisiveness, I propose that the council appoint an heir, should Liam not produce an heir by his thirtieth birthday."

"We're well aware of the succession laws, and I assure you, the council will make the necessary decisions, should the time come." Olivia rebutted.

"The King's appointment must meet the established criteria. Should the King choose an heir that does not meet the qualifications, the council is authorized to remove the heir from the line of succession."

"Your point being, Madeleine? I am sure that you understand that you no longer have any sovereignty in Cordonia." Olivia confidently countered.

"My point is, is that if he fails to produce an heir, then the council has the authority to choose an alternate. I propose that the council select my unborn child to be named as the heir, since the child was conceived while our marriage was valid. My child meets the requirements, and should the King fail to produce an heir, the council would have no choice but to appoint my child."

Rashad's eyes narrowed. "I'm afraid you're mistaken, Madeleine. The law is quite clear. A child cannot be appointed as an heir, unless said child is adopted by the monarch first."

"...and Liam could adopt my child,” Madeleine seethed.

Rashad continued, “that would require the child to live under the guardianship of the monarch, which is not possible, given the circumstances. Your residence is in Morocco, not Cordonia. as per the marriage dissolution filed legally."

Olivia nodded, "The council will consider your proposal. In the meantime, Liam's position is still unchanged. He is free to choose his own heir, should the need arise.”

Madeleine stood up from her armchair and turned toward the bay window overlooking the gardens, contemplating her retort her arms crossed.

"Madeleine, you cannot expect the King to simply appoint your child, when he has another option." Olivia rebutted, knowing that Madeleine was aware of William.

Rashad added, “again the law is quite clear. A child who is conceived by the monarch while married or not, has the right to a place in the line of succession, even if the parents are not together."

"Even if the child is a bastard? He was conceived outside our marriage.” Madeleine spat, frothed with resentment.

"Yes. As was your child," Rashad reminded her.

"This is absurd. We are done here....guards!” Olivia summoned, as Madeleine was escorted out of the study by the Royal guard.

***

Liam, Leo, Drake and Bastien watched the entire exchange virtually from Liam’s personal quarters.

"Do you think she's capable of harming Riley?” Drake wondered aloud.

"Yes, I am sure of that. If not herself ... her father. Liam sat back in his chair, his hands steepled in front of his mouth, annoyance etched on his face.

"I think that she is desperate and will do whatever she can to get what she wants.” Leo added supporting his brother.

“Bastien, begin the surveillance protocol on the countess and her father, Liam commanded.

“Consider it done, your Majesty.” Bastien confirmed, standing to leave the room.

"Do you think it’s wise to bring Riley and your son back to Cordonia?” Drake questioned.

"It's the only way, Drake.”

"What if Riley doesn't want to come back to Cordonia?"

"Then I will support her decision, but I have to at least try.”

Liam stood, walking to his private chambers, with phone in hand.

‘Hello Riley!’

‘Liam, hi! How are you?'

‘I'm well. How are you and William keeping?’

‘We're doing great. We miss you, though.’

‘I miss you both, too.’

‘I have a proposition for you...’

‘Oh?’

‘How would you and William like to come to Cordonia and stay with me at the palace after Christmas?’

Riley blinked, not sure how to respond.

‘When I go home after spending Christmas week with you...come back to Cordonia with me.'

'Liam, you can't be serious.'

'I'm quite serious, love.'

'You want me and William to come to Cordonia and stay with you in the palace?'

'Yes, I want you both here with me.'

'Li, I don't know. That seems like a big step.'

'I understand your hesitation. But please, just consider it.'

'I will see you in a couple of days, love. We can talk more then.'

'OK, I am looking forward to seeing you, Li. William made something special just for you.'

Liam smiled, 'I look forward to seeing it, but love, the only thing I want for Christmas is you.'

Thanks for reading!

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