👑MARRIED TO THE PRINCE👑👻
Episode 44
Written by Adelaide Clara Asamoah.
(In the garden).
Rishi shouted in horror as the pot fell on the ground and she quickly took it back. There was a crack on it. She signed in relief and held it with all her strength and covered it with the cloth they brought.
'' It almost bursted ''.
'' Oh my God Rishi! There is something in that pot Rishi. I am scared now...that pot shook in my hands by itself I swear! ''.
'' Yes I know Kushi,I saw it. Now let's keep this pit away from the human eye. In my own suggestion, we should rather take it to priest Chanakher, I trust him more than the town's priest ''.
'' Me too ''.
'' Yes. We shall take it there in the next fast. When we see him alone, then we go ''.
'' I don't think the fasting day is the best option. Many married couples will be there. Wives would be fasting and praying for their husbands, and husbands will be waiting to break their wives fast on full moon. We should go there in the pretence of going to pray for the royal family, then we shall see priest Chanakher when no one can destruct us and give him the pot to find out what's in it ''.
'' Good idea. Kushi,I wonder why no one wants to tell Majid that his mother is dead ''.
'' Maybe,to protect the throne. He was just a child by then. And they sent him away to a foreign country. And they couldn't get in touch with him. So I think they are afraid now,to tell him for the throne,he might never forgive them for keeping him in the dark from such painful truth. And you have already studied Prince Majid's attitude. He has an unbearable temper and does not listen. He might abandon the throne and go away from here ''.
'' I think so. Let's go from here ''. They left.
(In the court).
The king entered the court then all the elders and wise men with some few palace priests got to their feet. Until he sat down and permitted them all to sit down. They got to their seats and Queen mother was seated in her position as well.
'' Let the court begin please. What is the news? ''.
(One guard entered the court,followed by five more guards who carried a ladder bed on their shoulders with things on them,covered in white cloths. The guards arrived in front of the king and placed the three ladder beds on the grand floor and removed the cloths. It contained three different palace warriors who were dead with white foam on their mouths. The king pusher his face to the other side in disgust and their bodies were covered again).
'' What happened to them?! ''. He asked.
'' Your highness. We were five hundred in number,guarding the entrance of Tue kingdom. This three separated themselves from is to get us feed from the outside forest as that is what we the war soldiers eat. But it took very long and they had not arrived. So as the commander of the army,I sent five soldiers to go in search for them. They arrived hours later with their dead bodies, saying that they drunk from the huge running lake which separate Ujani from Jhansi ''.
'' What is that supposed to mean? ''. Queen mother asked,frowning.
'' We didn't know what else to say your highness. So we brought some of the water to the palace for q check up ''.
'' Commander, what....do you you suspect something? ''.
'' Your highness, they were absolutely fine this morning. They can't just drink the water and die. This looks like poison ''.
'' What?! ''. Everyone in the court started murmuring to themselves.
'' And who would poison running lake? That is just impossible ''. Queen mother said.
'' It is possible my Queen. The thing is,the river lake is no longer running ''.
'' What's that? ''.
'' We went to investigate the lake's head. And we met a strange huge river rock and a log which was choking the the water from going any further into flowing waters. Someone intentionally plotted the stone to block the water from going to their destinations. And not only that,the water has changed from colourless to dark green ''.
'' What?! All this is so confusing. Call the royal doctor here now! She can determine if the water is poisoned or not ''. The king said and a guard bowed down and walked out.
(Queen mother stood up and went closer to the king).
'' Shaker, take the time to decide wisely my son. I think this is all strange, considering, Tue river is what separates our kingdom from Tue Jhansis, who could have done this? ''. Queen mother whispered to the king......
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'' Don't worry mother. I have things under control. Let's just see whether it is poison or not ''.
'' Then what ''.
'' Then I will have a word with Siamak ''.
'' King Siamak?! Why would the Jhansi kingdom poison the water? What for? They are our friends! ''.
'' So mother is it Ujani that poisoned the water?! Come on mother. The people here hardly leave the kingdom. This is all confusing, just give me time ''. He whispered back and the Queen mother went to take her seat.
(The royal doctor entered the court with the guard and they both bowed down. E doctor took the skin of water from the commander and started her magic. She mixed some herbs together in a transparent cup and opened the head of the skin of water).
'' I am done your highness ''.
'' So...now what? ''.
'' I am about to pour the water into the herb that I have mixed. If the colour turns white,then it is not poisoned. But if it turns black then...there is poison in it ''.
(She raised both the water and the herb up high for everyone in the court to see it. She slowly poured the lake water into the herb and shook it a little. The herb started separating themselves in the water. The whole court was quiet. Then as the herbs died down,the water turned completely black,making everyone's faces turned completely blank).
'' What?! And we are staying quiet? ''. One elder shouted.
'' Tour highness, that river flows,and at the end of the day,it pours into Ujani river. That means, someone is trying to kill us! ''. Another screamed.
'' I can't believe this. Who will possibly do this,when we have not done anything wrong ''.
'' Who else but Jhansi people! I mean,they are just opposite us! While the other kingdoms are behind them. That is it! ''.
(The king got up).
'' We cannot jump into conclusion elders! King Siamak will never do that. I trust him! ''.
'' Your highness. This has to be taken care of with immediate attention. If water is destroyed, it can never be replaced. And we use water to survive, now they have poisoned our water bodies ''.
'' The court is adjourned for today. Let's meet tomorrow ''. The king said and they all got up in anger and confusion. They bowed down. They bowed down. The dead bodies were taken away and the king left the court with Queen mother, followed by the others).
(Prince Majid's chamber).
Natalya entered and with fright, she went closer to Majid.
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'' Natty? ''.
'' Majid,do something now! ''.
'' What happened? ''.
'' The Queen. Some Queen, I don't even know her name. I think she's your brother's mother ''.
'' What about her? ''.
'' The thing is, Cindy was so upset and well...Cindy spoke rudely to her. So she called her guards to take Cindy into her room ''.
'' Oh gosh Natty,why are you telling me? ''.
'' Please do something Majid! Please... Look,I know you are upset at her about last night...
'' It's more than that ''......
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'' What do you mean? ''.
'' Never mind ''.
'' You are the crowned Prince after all Majid. Please, go get your woman from the Queen ''.
'' I don't think aunt will do her any harm. I guess....
'' Majid come on! You used to save Cindy in a heart beat! Please... What's wrong? ''.
'' Nothing....? ''.
'' Then come and save her Majid. You can let any harm befall her after leaving her country behind and following you here! ''.
'' Mmmm... You know am still hurt right? I am not allowed to get up ''.
'' Oh shit! I forgot that ''.
(Majid groaned painfully as he forced to be on his feet. He was more muscular now than ever after fighting a lion. He shoulders were sharp,and he opened his wardrobe then took out a shirt and wore it).
'' Let's go...
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(Queen Dorah's chamber).
Cindy sat on Queen Dorah's bed,now comfortable after hearing the real reason why she was brought into the chamber. She carried her left leg onto the right one,smiling evilly nd Queen Dorah folded her hands close to her,also smiling. While Avni stood behind Queen Dorah. Queen Dorah poured a glass of grape wine and handed it over to Cindy while she also poured one for herself.
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'' Wow...I am beginning to like you now Queen...? ''.
'' Dorah. Queen Dorah it is. And like I said before, if you want....I can help you with Majid's issues okay? You just have to trust me ''.
'' Well..sure sure... I don't trust you now ''. She said and sipped her wine. '' Now that you say it..it is true,the rest of the royal family hates me...and why would I not trust you when you are the first member of the royal family who has approached me and offered me help ''......
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'' Yes right? My heart is such a gold dear. We cannot allow Majid to have any feeling for that girl. And you know,we can both help each other. Tu possible do not want to live in this kingdom do you? ''.
'' Hell no! I just want to go back to go back to London with Majid so we can forget this place for good. This is not my thing... my life is there....you know,going to the beach, clubbing, shopping... I have a fan life in London. So why would I want to be stuck here...because of one stupid throne? Majid's bank account has got money than the whole of United Kingdom and America. His bank account everywhere, can feed every country's president and all their famous celebrities! ''.
'' That is the spirit. So now,we have a plan. You want Majid, and I want the throne for my son. We work hand in hand,no one gets hurt? ''.
'' Exactly ma'am... Sorry,Queen Dorah. I really can't afford to loose Majid. I will just die. But what is your plan for this idea? ''......
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'' Just make sure to stay closer to Majid all the time, even if he tries to avoid you. In order to prevent that girl from getting any closer to him. Because remember that,if he falls in love with that girl then,he will never go back to London. Use tour brains girl...and I will do my part alright. When it's time for us to also work together, then I will tell you ''.
'' Cool cool. I get it now. I will do exactly that ''......
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'' So you know the rules then. Both you and I must not be seen together, and this plan must ne a secret, just between us here ''.
'' Okay great,whatever way you want it ''.
'' Good. You may leave now. Show her to the door Avni ''.
(Cindy stood up and walked to the door with Avni. She opened the door and got out then closed it. She turned right and saw Majid walking towards the chamber with Natalya and she quickly opened the door and entered back into the chamber).
'' What is it?! ''. Queen Dorah asked stunned......
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'' Water! I need water. Give me water now!!! ''.
(Avni quickly poured her a glass of water and Cindy sprinkled some of it under her eyes and sniffed. Her face fell into total sadness and she placed the water aside. The water run under her cheeks like tears and they heard a knock in the door. Cindy quickly rushed to the door and took a deep breath,she opened the door in a rush as if she was running away from the chamber and bumped into Majid and Natalya. When Majid saw her,his face turned pale and she break into crocodile tears. Queen Dorah and Avni walked out and when Queen Dorah saw this act,she smiled evilly but secretly. Cindy quickly embraced Majid, sobbing. Majid trued resisting but he felt the need to comfort her since he had no idea what happened. He embraced her and placed his hands together at Queen Dorah).
'' I am very sorry aunt. Whatever that happened, please forgive her. You know she's not from here ''.
'' Don't worry about that Majid. I think she has learnt her lesson. But keep her closer to you always. And keep an eyes on her because.... I might not spare her the net time at all ''.
'' Sure ''.
(Queen Dorah and Avni entered back into her chamber and closed the door. Cindy drew back from Majid and wiped the water from her eyes and sobbed).
'' You came for me didn't you Majid? ''. She asked,more innocently.
'' Listen carefully Cindy, if you can't keep up with the conditions around here,just leave....
'' Listen carefully Cindy, if you can't keep up with the conditions around here then...better just go back to London! Have you loosed every respect for the elderly now?! ''......
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'' Majid,why are you shouting at me now?! After what I just went through? I am tour woman for fuck sake! Don't you love me anymore or what?! ''.
(Majid tried to say something but he held back and walked away. Going towards his chamber with his left hand on his tummy).
'' Are you okay? ''.
'' Better than I could ever be ''.
'' Really? Cindy,what really happened in there with that Queen? ''.
'' Nothing special. She was just teaching me some Royal values ''.
'' Royal values huh? The woman you just fought with? Okay. But I need to get back and sleep. Got a headache ''.
(They both left together).
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(In the evening=Queen mother's chamber).
She had black coffee wit Queen Sheena and after telling her about what happened at the court,the both loosed appetite immediately.
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'' Oh goodness, he must be so devastated right now ''.
'' Yes,putting together his friendship with Siamak and the safety of his people, he is confused ''.
'' Well,the safety of the people is more important... That is the king's obligation ''......
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'' I don't understand, why would the king of Jhansi do that? ''.
'' It might not necessarily be the king of Jhansi mother. It can also be..well...some other people. But it's surely is them ''.
'' What for? ''.
'' Maybe because we didn't allow the marriage between Majid and Ragah...I mean,they wanted the the crowned Prince after all ''.
'' But that wasn't our fault! Majid refused to marry her! She could have being his second wife but any way...it doesn't matter now. You might be right Sheena. We might all be in danger ''.
'' If Queen Meerah was here...she would have given him the inspiration. The strength to make the right decision ''.
'' But you can also comfort him Sheena. You are his wife aren't you. I know how much you love Shaker when you both got married ''.
'' Oh mother. Well,let's jump from that part please. He must want some time alone. Let's just leave him ''...