"Your Majesty, Her Majesty, My Queen, Sir Ethan, the food is ready." Logan said respectfully.
Logan addresses Ethan Chance 'Sir' instead of 'King' even though he's married to Aylin Lui. But, because Ethan Chance is not legally married to Aylin Lui in their Kingdom yet, so he had to address him that way.
"Good. I'm sure Mu and Ethan must be hungry from their long trip. Let's eat something to regain your energy before taking a good rest." Willow Smith said.
They all head to the dining table.
There are a bunch of foods and drinks filling the long table.
Aylin Lui's eyes sparkle seeing the delicious foods on the table. She smiles ear to ear "I'm glad you guys didn't forget about me."
"Of course we won't. Everyone was so happy that you finally came home and they couldn't help but try their best to prepare the food as best as they could."
"Good. Tell everyone that I say thank you and good work."
"There's no need to thank us My Queen, we're just doing what we're supposed to do. Don't worry, I'll pass-on your words to them."
Aylin Lui nodded her head then sat down.
She just can't believe her eyes. The table is full of her favorite foods. She's thankful to everyone for working so hard to prepare the best foods for her.
Nothing changed. Anytime Aylin Lui comes home, they'll always prepare loads of food for her.
Everyone took their seats and then the food was served. Mr. Smith started eating first then the rest followed.
After taking a few bites of the food, Aylin Lui put her spoon and fork down gently on the table. She then wipes her mouth with the paper towel.
She then turned to look at her father and mother "MiMi took care of those people."
Mr. Smith's hand stops on its track "Are you sure about all of this?"
"Yes!"
"Good. You should've done that a long time ago." He then put down his spoon and fork on the table "I wasn't happy when you decided to accept them as your concubines. I know they helped you a lot in the past."
Ethan Chance was listening to their conversation the whole time and was not so happy when he heard about the harem.
And he was getting curious if Aylin Lui slept with any of them. If she did, he doesn't know what he's going to do.
It's understandable if Aylin Lui slept with them since they are her concubines and she's the Queen of this kingdom.
But, just thinking about Aylin Lui sharing a bed with other men made Ethan Chance's chest feel tighter.
He thought he didn't care about the past, but the past was still close to Aylin Lui. It looks like they're from both the past and the present.
Ethan Chance wishes he could meet Aylin Lui before any of this happens. Just thinking about it made Ethan Chance lose his appetite.
He gently put down his cutlery without making any noise. Then he wiped his mouth clean with a napkin.
"I'm glad you let them go and not keep them in your harem forever Mu. I'm sure some of them want to have their own family too." Willow Smith said.
"Mmmm…" Charl Smith nodded in agreement "What are you going to do about the prime ministers? What if they make things difficult for you?"
"Don't worry Dad. No one can stop me from what I want. I'm not the type of person who lets others step all over me."
"Alright. If you say so."
Aylin Lui stood up from her seat "We'll head inside to take a rest now." She then takes Ethan Chance's hand.
"Eat some desserts before you go in." Mrs. Smith called out. She just wants to spend a little more time with her daughter.
"Later."
"Then I'll tell the servant to bring you some in your room." Mrs. Smith said sadly.
"There's no need." Then she looks at Ethan Chance "Let's go."
Ethan Chance was still sitting. He looked up at Aylin Lui "I'm craving for something sweet after eating too much."
Ethan Chance can tell that Mrs. Smith was trying to keep her daughter a little longer with her. That's why he said he wants to eat something sweet even though he's not a big fan of sweet things.
It didn't show on her face, but deep down inside, she was missing her baby daughter every second and wanted to keep her beside her forever.
But she knew she couldn't do that after they sent her for training from far away.
Since Ethan Chance said he wanted to stay for desserts, Aylin Lui sat back down on her seat.
After a few minutes, the desserts were served.
They were chatting and laughing. Everyone was having a good time together.
Mr. and Mrs. Smith got to know more about Ethan Chance and they started to accept him as their son in law.
Aylin Lui was happy to see her parents get along well with her husband.
She knew that if they spend time together, they'll get along with each other well. And that did happen. Mr. and Mrs. Smith did open up to Ethan Chance.
Aylin Lui's parents are thankful to Ethan Chance for making Aylin Lui stay to chat a little bit longer with them. They could tell that sweet things are not Ethan Chance liking by noticing that he didn't touch his dessert more than twice.
"Mu, we were very shocked to find out that you got married in secret. You know, none of your brothers are married. And we thought you were going to marry the Duke of Paradise son Fisher."
"After all you're the Queen of Snowflakes Kingdom and we worry that the Duke of paradise will make things difficult for you."
Willow Smith can't hold it anymore and said it out loud. She doesn't want her daughter to go through hardship again. She wants her daughter to make her choice wisely.
"You know, he's been your admirer since you guys were young. He followed you everywhere you went."
"Mom, you know, my great grandfather always told me that, to hold the position of the greatest honor, one must be ready to accept the greatest responsibility…"
"Of course Fisher comes from the best family, after all he belongs to the house of Duke Thompson."
"And You won't believe how arrogantly he behaved in front of other noblemen. And play around with nobles ladies"
"Why would I be with someone who enjoys adultery rather than someone who loves only me?"
"Mu, you might have to give up your noble statu and your birthright for marrying someone not from the noble families."
"Dad, did you really think I had no idea? That's why I want you to tell some guys to watch the Duke Thompson family carefully. We must make sure my wedding goes smoothly."
'Ethan Chance 'is the only color in my world made of black and white. He was there for me whenever I was in trouble. He cares about me more than any other person. I'll do anything to get married to him legally in Snowflake's Kingdom."
"Alright! I'll get some knights to keep an eye on them." Mr. Smith said.
"Thanks dad." Then she looked at her watch "it's getting late now. I'm running out of energy. I'll head to my room first."
"Alright. Mu, take Ethan with you. I'm sure he's worn out too."
This time Mrs. Smith didn't keep them longer.
"Ok. Let's go." Aylin Said to Ethan Chance.
They both bow to Mr. and Mrs. Smith respectfully before leaving the dining room.