August 24, 1884
"Hey Lucas, are you even listening to me?" Liz was straddling his waist wearing very little clothing the rest was on the floor of his room.
"Ah I'm sorry Liz I zoned out what were you saying again." Lucas couldn't help but blush. The truth was he wasn't zoned out but he was actually admiring Liz's stunning figure. You wouldn't know it from her usual attire but when she wasn't in her dress she had a mouth dripping figure with curves in all of the right places.
"Anyways Lucas what I was saying was It won't be too much longer till our wedding day. Have you heard anything else from your father about the ceremony.?"
Lucas smiled sadly saying "Unfortunately due to the war he doesn't think it would be good for us to be wed in our territory. He fears the vampires would try an attack. I have to say he is right though."
Liz let out a sigh and stroked Lucas bare chest "My territory is to over crowded with all of the imports coming in for the war."
Lucas leaned up and kissed her neck gently saying in between kisses "Don't worry we'll figure it out".
Liz smiled and shoved Lucas upper body back down then said "You're right but for now how about another round"
Lucas grinned "When have I ever backed down from a challenge."
So the two began their "fun" though it was short lived as they were soon interrupted by a knock at the door.
"Oh Lord White dearest, it's Troy hurry up or we're gonna miss your special meeting".
Liz looked at Lucas questioningly
"Okay Troy I'll be ready soon" Lucas hollered then turned back to liz to see her pouting
"So what special meeting is it I thought if it was considered special I would of heard about it."
He couldn't help but to chuckle at her. "It's a meeting with the king and if it goes well it will solve our wedding venue problem. I didn't say anything because I didn't want to get your hopes up over nothing."
Liz smiled in return " Well I suppose that's a good enough reason".
With that Lucas got out of bed and began to dress himself. "So Liz, are you gonna be here when I return or do you have things you need to go do?"
"Sadly I have a tea party to go to so I'll be gone when you get back but before I leave I'll have to borrow your bath to rid myself of our smell." Liz smirked while saying the last part.
"Just let the maids know what you need they love you so they'll be more than happy to get you anything you need and you also have some dresses in your closet over there." Due to Liz's frequent visits Lucas had the second closet cleaned and filled with various outfits for Liz.
"Yes, yes I know Lucas no shoo go before you're late" Liz practically threw him out the door.
"I'll see you tomorrow then LIz".
On the other side of the closed door liz sat with a smile on her face.
"So Lucas, are you ready yet I'm excited to see the king again. Do you think he'll spar with us again?"
He couldn't help but laugh at how excited Troy was "Sparring with us probably isn't very entertaining for him but we will see but after I talk to him about the venue. Liz is stressed about it so the sooner I solve it the better."I'm ready whenever you are, is the carriage ready?"
"Well I knew that Lucas and yes the only thing I'm waiting on is you. So let's go".
The ride to the castle was uneventful but Lucas couldn't get used to the sheer size of the castle. It was huge, made out of light gray stone with a few spires coming out of it as well. After they passed the guard checkpoint they continued until they reached the entryway of the castle where the two climbed out of the carriage".
"I always get nervous at this part is it noticeable?" Troy was sweating like he had been running for days.
"Only a little so relax we've been here before, besides he's my uncle, so that gives us a little more freedom."
Troy rolled his eyes "Exactly he's your uncle not mine"
Lucas chuckled "Like he'd ever treat you badly."
They now entered the throne room were they walked before the throne and kneeled before the king
"You may rise. So boys, how may I help you today?"
Lucas swallowed his saliva and began "As you know me and Lady Amoux are to be wed but due to the war my territory adds a risk and The Amoux's territory is buy with all the increased trade because of the war so if I may be so bold as to ask I wish to have it here in your castle."
King Veribus thought over Lucas' request before responding "It is doable but obviously I will have to add a fee as well as the fact that you will obviously have to pay for everything involved with the wedding."
Lucas overjoyed began thanking the king before he was interrupted
"But you will also have to enter the competition to be named heir. I will personally enter you as my pick. I grow tired of playing games with the nobles and hope for an early retirement. Although the competition won't take place for another six years" The king smirked as he said this.
Lucas frowned as he thought over the king's proposal. The fee and paying for the wedding were already within his expectations but having to enter the kings tournament was out of his expectations. Much ess being entered into the tournament byt the king himself would paint a target on his back which wasn't a worry for him but it made him worry for Liz.
"Okay I agree to the terms but I wish for extra protection for Lady Amoux once you make it public".
King Viribus smiled and nodded his head. "Of course Lucas. Now Troy how may I help you today?"
Troy nervous was sweating through his outfit "Um I I w-was wondering if we could have a spar sir. I really enjoyed it last time so I was hoping for another opportunity to spar with you again sir.
The king laughed "Hahaha I Would love to but unfortunately you caught me at a bad time so it will have to wait until next time. Now if that is all I'm sorry to say that I must be going now Arthur the guard with the blue scabbard will escort you back to your carriage. You boys stay out of trouble and perhaps a bath before visiting with the king." While saying the last part he winked at Lucas which made him blush while troy snickered.
"You could of told me Troy Lucas scolded him on the way to the carriage".
Troy just shrugged his soldiers saying "I'm your dear friend not one of your servants as a Lord I simply thought it was within norms to smell as such before visiting with the king."
Lucas tripped which made him feel better and the two entered the carriage and headed back to the Manor