Chapter 89: Give And Take
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CHAPTER 90
"I trust you," Caspian assured. "For now swallow the insult and do all she wants. In time, she would be the one doing what you want and you would trample on her."
"Yes, father. I cannot wait to see the day she falls on her knees and bow to me."
"Great but I would rather we do not wait for that and ensure her death sooner. She is dangerous, one way or another."
"I know. We would prove to her we are better."
***
Unlike the father and daughter duo, the second the courtroom meeting ended, Era made her way quickly, leaving Vidor to tend to his other matters and went to stroll in the garden.
This was just her first step in showing the people that she was no weakling and she was ready to do the needful to survive at court.
'I am a princess after all. It is only natural that I prove to them that I can live and survive the dangers of the royal life.'
With several thoughts playing in her mind, she made her way to the garden to have a lovely calming relaxing time.
No sooner had she found one of the gazebos situated at a corner in the garden and headed in its direction than she heard her name from behind.
Halting in her tracks, Era turned around to see who had called for her attention only for her eyes to come in contact with Damian.
"Lord Damian," she called out softly.
Even though he did not hear what she was saying, he could tell from the movement of her lips. Increasing his pace, he made his way towards where she stood waiting and bowed when he approached her.
"Your majesty. Greetings."
"Afternoon, Lord Damian. To what do I owe this visit?"
"I saw you on my way to tend some matters and decided to check in on you. You know ever since our previous encounter, I really have not had time to visit."
"Well, it wasn't that you did not have time, Lord Damian, I gave a strict rule not to be bothered but my apologies though for disturbing you."
"How did her majesty disturb this humble servant? If there be anything, I was only doing my best in coming to help in time of need. Your majesty need not thank me for anything."
"Thank you very much. I really appreciate what you did for those kids."
"No, it was nothing. On the contrary, I was mega happy that her majesty has…"
"Shh…" Era quickly silenced him. The last thing she wanted was for anyone to hear about this. At least not now that is.
"Oh," he nodded in understanding. "Our little secret then."
"Thank you. For now, I do not want prying eyes on them that was why I knew you would be the best person to help enrol them. Most people would want to pock nose in their origin but with you as their backing, they would not dare pock nose deep."
"I understand you point your grace. More importantly, I am glad you decided to take this step and fight for others. I know life had treated you hard but I know you have a bright future ahead. Do not worry in time all those who conspired against you would come under your feet."
"No worries. I would need to prove I am a useful asset to his majesty and the kingdom and in doing that I would love to seek your help and assistance in matters of state and other important things."
"But you are not king."
"I know. I want to learn all there is. I do not know what would happen, but I would rather Vidor trusts me and pass on regent to me than to that cunning fox and his daughter."
"I understand. I have agreed to be your ally. I would do everything in my power to help you out with anything. And if there be any other matters, revenge and all, feel free to ask me."
"I would remember this. But then nothing in this life is freely given without something needed in return. So tell me, what is it that you want?"
A pleasant smile formed on his face at that moment. However before he spoke, he glanced around, searching through the trees and flowers nearby to be sure no one was around eavesdropping on them.
Once he was sure there was no one, he smiled again before speaking.
"Your majesty is such a smart one. I know how this wicked world is, give and take. I would not beat around the bush, I would tell you what I want."
"Thank you. Please, I am all ears."
"Okay. You must have heard, perhaps done research on me during your mourning time."
"I did a bit but not much."
"Okay. My condition is not like the other Lords present here who either readily surrendered and became a subject ruler under his majesty."
He took a breather and resumed. "Unlike them, I never would have bowed down because then my kingdom was one of the strongest especially in terms of might and all, so I posed a great threat his way."
"Alright. So how come you now are a subject kingdom?"
"My most prized possessions, well more like my jewels were taken."
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"Are you serious right now? You gave up your kingdom for inanimate objects?"
"Hahaa…" a burst of piercing bone-chilling laughter escaped his lips that second but the smile did not reach his eyes neither did it come from his heart. "No, your grace. You got it all wrong."
"Please enlighten me."
"I never intended to hide anything. Although it would make your husband feel like a bad person, please be open-minded."
She nodded at him and awaited the terrible tale.
"He abducted my most prized pearls, my twin daughters. I had no other choice than to surrender else their lives…" At that moment he paused.
He could not dare himself to say the words. He loved his kids so much.. They were his last ray of hope.
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CHAPTER 90
"I trust you," Caspian assured. "For now swallow the insult and do all she wants. In time, she would be the one doing what you want and you would trample on her."
"Yes, father. I cannot wait to see the day she falls on her knees and bow to me."
"Great but I would rather we do not wait for that and ensure her death sooner. She is dangerous, one way or another."
"I know. We would prove to her we are better."
***
Unlike the father and daughter duo, the second the courtroom meeting ended, Era made her way quickly, leaving Vidor to tend to his other matters and went to stroll in the garden.
This was just her first step in showing the people that she was no weakling and she was ready to do the needful to survive at court.
'I am a princess after all. It is only natural that I prove to them that I can live and survive the dangers of the royal life.'
With several thoughts playing in her mind, she made her way to the garden to have a lovely calming relaxing time.
No sooner had she found one of the gazebos situated at a corner in the garden and headed in its direction than she heard her name from behind.
Halting in her tracks, Era turned around to see who had called for her attention only for her eyes to come in contact with Damian.
"Lord Damian," she called out softly.
Even though he did not hear what she was saying, he could tell from the movement of her lips. Increasing his pace, he made his way towards where she stood waiting and bowed when he approached her.
"Your majesty. Greetings."
"Afternoon, Lord Damian. To what do I owe this visit?"
"I saw you on my way to tend some matters and decided to check in on you. You know ever since our previous encounter, I really have not had time to visit."
"Well, it wasn't that you did not have time, Lord Damian, I gave a strict rule not to be bothered but my apologies though for disturbing you."
"How did her majesty disturb this humble servant? If there be anything, I was only doing my best in coming to help in time of need. Your majesty need not thank me for anything."
"Thank you very much. I really appreciate what you did for those kids."
"No, it was nothing. On the contrary, I was mega happy that her majesty has…"
"Shh…" Era quickly silenced him. The last thing she wanted was for anyone to hear about this. At least not now that is.
"Oh," he nodded in understanding. "Our little secret then."
"Thank you. For now, I do not want prying eyes on them that was why I knew you would be the best person to help enrol them. Most people would want to pock nose in their origin but with you as their backing, they would not dare pock nose deep."
"I understand you point your grace. More importantly, I am glad you decided to take this step and fight for others. I know life had treated you hard but I know you have a bright future ahead. Do not worry in time all those who conspired against you would come under your feet."
"No worries. I would need to prove I am a useful asset to his majesty and the kingdom and in doing that I would love to seek your help and assistance in matters of state and other important things."
"But you are not king."
"I know. I want to learn all there is. I do not know what would happen, but I would rather Vidor trusts me and pass on regent to me than to that cunning fox and his daughter."
"I understand. I have agreed to be your ally. I would do everything in my power to help you out with anything. And if there be any other matters, revenge and all, feel free to ask me."
"I would remember this. But then nothing in this life is freely given without something needed in return. So tell me, what is it that you want?"
A pleasant smile formed on his face at that moment. However before he spoke, he glanced around, searching through the trees and flowers nearby to be sure no one was around eavesdropping on them.
Once he was sure there was no one, he smiled again before speaking.
"Your majesty is such a smart one. I know how this wicked world is, give and take. I would not beat around the bush, I would tell you what I want."
"Thank you. Please, I am all ears."
"Okay. You must have heard, perhaps done research on me during your mourning time."
"I did a bit but not much."
"Okay. My condition is not like the other Lords present here who either readily surrendered and became a subject ruler under his majesty."
He took a breather and resumed. "Unlike them, I never would have bowed down because then my kingdom was one of the strongest especially in terms of might and all, so I posed a great threat his way."
"Alright. So how come you now are a subject kingdom?"
"My most prized possessions, well more like my jewels were taken."
0_0
"Are you serious right now? You gave up your kingdom for inanimate objects?"
"Hahaa…" a burst of piercing bone-chilling laughter escaped his lips that second but the smile did not reach his eyes neither did it come from his heart. "No, your grace. You got it all wrong."
"Please enlighten me."
"I never intended to hide anything. Although it would make your husband feel like a bad person, please be open-minded."
She nodded at him and awaited the terrible tale.
"He abducted my most prized pearls, my twin daughters. I had no other choice than to surrender else their lives…" At that moment he paused.
He could not dare himself to say the words. He loved his kids so much.. They were his last ray of hope.
************CHAPTER 90"I trust you," Caspian assured. "For now swallow the insult and do all she wants. In time, she would be the one doing what you want and you would trample on her.""Yes, father. I cannot wait to see the day she falls on her knees and bow to me.""Great but I would rather we do not wait for that and ensure her death sooner. She is dangerous, one way or another.""I know. We would prove to her we are better."***Unlike the father and daughter duo, the second the courtroom meeting ended, Era made her way quickly, leaving Vidor to tend to his other matters and went to stroll in the garden.This was just her first step in showing the people that she was no weakling and she was ready to do the needful to survive at court.'I am a princess after all. It is only natural that I prove to them that I can live and survive the dangers of the royal life.'With several thoughts playing in her mind, she made her way to the garden to have a lovely calming relaxing time.No sooner had she found one of the gazebos situated at a corner in the garden and headed in its direction than she heard her name from behind.Halting in her tracks, Era turned around to see who had called for her attention only for her eyes to come in contact with Damian."Lord Damian," she called out softly.Even though he did not hear what she was saying, he could tell from the movement of her lips. Increasing his pace, he made his way towards where she stood waiting and bowed when he approached her."Your majesty. Greetings.""Afternoon, Lord Damian. To what do I owe this visit?""I saw you on my way to tend some matters and decided to check in on you. You know ever since our previous encounter, I really have not had time to visit.""Well, it wasn't that you did not have time, Lord Damian, I gave a strict rule not to be bothered but my apologies though for disturbing you.""How did her majesty disturb this humble servant? If there be anything, I was only doing my best in coming to help in time of need. Your majesty need not thank me for anything.""Thank you very much. I really appreciate what you did for those kids.""No, it was nothing. On the contrary, I was mega happy that her majesty has""Shh" Era quickly silenced him. The last thing she wanted was for anyone to hear about this. At least not now that is."Oh," he nodded in understanding. "Our little secret then.""Thank you. For now, I do not want prying eyes on them that was why I knew you would be the best person to help enrol them. Most people would want to pock nose in their origin but with you as their backing, they would not dare pock nose deep.""I understand you point your grace. More importantly, I am glad you decided to take this step and fight for others. I know life had treated you hard but I know you have a bright future ahead. Do not worry in time all those who conspired against you would come under your feet.""No worries. I would need to prove I am a useful asset to his majesty and the kingdom and in doing that I would love to seek your help and assistance in matters of state and other important things.""But you are not king.""I know. I want to learn all there is. I do not know what would happen, but I would rather Vidor trusts me and pass on regent to me than to that cunning fox and his daughter.""I understand. I have agreed to be your ally. I would do everything in my power to help you out with anything. And if there be any other matters, revenge and all, feel free to ask me.""I would remember this. But then nothing in this life is freely given without something needed in return. So tell me, what is it that you want?"A pleasant smile formed on his face at that moment. However before he spoke, he glanced around, searching through the trees and flowers nearby to be sure no one was around eavesdropping on them.Once he was sure there was no one, he smiled again before speaking."Your majesty is such a smart one. I know how this wicked world is, give and take. I would not beat around the bush, I would tell you what I want.""Thank you. Please, I am all ears.""Okay. You must have heard, perhaps done research on me during your mourning time.""I did a bit but not much.""Okay. My condition is not like the other Lords present here who either readily surrendered and became a subject ruler under his majesty."He took a breather and resumed. "Unlike them, I never would have bowed down because then my kingdom was one of the strongest especially in terms of might and all, so I posed a great threat his way.""Alright. So how come you now are a subject kingdom?""My most prized possessions, well more like my jewels were taken."0_0"Are you serious right now? You gave up your kingdom for inanimate objects?""Hahaa" a burst of piercing bone-chilling laughter escaped his lips that second but the smile did not reach his eyes neither did it come from his heart. "No, your grace. You got it all wrong.""Please enlighten me.""I never intended to hide anything. Although it would make your husband feel like a bad person, please be open-minded."She nodded at him and awaited the terrible tale."He abducted my most prized pearls, my twin daughters. I had no other choice than to surrender else their lives" At that moment he paused.He could not dare himself to say the words. He loved his kids so much.. They were his last ray of hope.
