*hola hu what* safia asked, eyes still half open, her father snap his fingers before her and spoke * wake up, being half awake isn't fit for a princess, I just got the news this morning, that he, the holy, the greet mansi is coming to my kingdom to tell me my...I mean, our future, now quick, go get ready and come to the sunset room, I'll be waiting, don't take long *
and her father left as quickly as he came, safia groans whinnying * it's Saturdayyy, nobody sleeps in this palace...* still she freshen up and dressed formally, she wore a gown, golden yellow In color, round neck and long sleeves, its long and fluffy, not bothering to wear fancy shoes she paired it with yellow flip flops which were covered by the long gown,
her hair in a neat ponytail, she's about to go out when she remembered, her father doesn't like it when she meets important people not wearing her crown, so adding her golden princess crown atop her head
Safia starts to the sunset room, its a big luxurious living room at the very top of the castle, surrounded by glass walls and facing the Forest, the one inside can see the outside very clear, while the one outside will see their reflection, like a mirror, high up on the castle roof it gives a magnificent view to a good portion of the forest, while the rest is covered in white misty fog, and it's the best place to see the sun when rising and setting,
when safia reached there, she entered the lavish living room with sir Anthony tailing behind her, Flowers neatly placed around and natural light floods in through the crystal clear glass walls, and reflecting on the shiny silver marble tiles
Safia spot her father sitting on one of the soft orange hue one seater couch, and opposite him on the other one seater couch sat a strangely attractive young man,
deep dark brown eyes almost black in color,, a waist long white hair that's pulled into a ponytail and accompanied with a doll like face, adorned in white jeans, a pink shirt and white jacket that even from far you'd know they're made from expensive fabrics, he also has a big golden moon shaped amulet around his neck,
offering a cutsety to them, safia formally greeted * greetings your majesty, greetings holy mansi, I am princess safia of black moon kingdom, I welcome you your holiness and I hope you enjoy your stay here *
Then she proceeded and sat on the sofa in between their couches, while sir Anthony stood behind the sofa she sat at.
holy mansi spoke in a calm voice that reminds anyone listening to it of a gentle falling stream in a cold misty morning * nice to meet you princess, like your hairstyle..*
a little surprise at his informal tune, safia smiles and thank him while also returning a compliment at him, king travis spoke * Now that the princess is here, per your insisted request, shall we get started, your holiness? *
holy mansi smiles and nods, king Travis continues * black Moon Kingdom is truly honored for your visit, but we are a bit curious, what brings you here? and I truly hope its a gifting news * holy mansi replies
* gifting or berefting its up to you to decide Travis, I am here for the princess, but as thanks for accepting and showing me great hospitality in such short notice, I would grant you...and that soldier over there, each a question *
king Travis is surprised and angered by holy mansi's informal tune towards him, and as a king, he dare to grant him one question...Same as he grant to a soldier UNDER him, if it was anyone else his head would've long hanged at the palace gates, but he's not anyone, angering the holy mansi is akin to jeopardizing your future, so swallowing his anger and pride king Travis spoke in yet, still a polite tune * Tell me your holiness, how long will I remain king? *
without any hesitation holy mansi reply in a boring tune * not for long, someone will take over *
safia was surprised to hear her Father's question, this is a one chance opportunity to ask anything at all, but he chose to ask how long he'll remain king?, not where to find the werewolves instead, unless he knows about cherry, and if he does why hadn't he attack them yet? and what does holy mansi mean by someone will take over soon? is that good?
While Anthony was thinking, " of course he won't be king for long, because I'm to marry safia and become king soon"
and a totally different thing was going on in the king's head " those filthy dogs, they will never win this kingdom back, as long as I have my faithful weapons I'll remain king forever!..*
while they're all immerse in their inner thoughts, holy mansi was observing each of them carefully, on safia he saw clear confusion, on Anthony he saw intense greediness, while the king emits a strong desire for bloodshed and hunger for power
tired of observing them holy mansi clears his throat and call out * young soldier..* Anthony immediately bow * yes your holiness * holy mansi continue * ask your question..* smiling Anthony carefully asks * your holiness....will I ..succeed? * holy mansi gave a short little laugh, referring to Anthony's question he spoke, amused
* you're quite the sly one aren't you, asking a thousand questions in one, alright then...here's your answer smart soldier, somewhat *
a little confuse Anthony inquire * somewhat...what your holiness * holy mansi nodes and spoke * you ask whether you'll succeed, and I reply somewhat * Anthony insists * Does that mean I'll succeed ...or not your holiness? * holy mansi shrugs
Anthony was about to speak more when holy mansi cuts * Travis, young soldier, I want to talk to the princess alone, please if you may..* he gesture his hands towards the door, meaning for them to leave
sir Anthony left first, bowing his head to show respect, but the king argues, * but your holiness, I have many other question to ask* mansi replied * I know, but I'm not here to answer your questions, I'm only here for the princess, you may leave* the king is beyond furious, this mansi did not just refuse to answer his questions, but has the oddercity to dismiss him, has he forgotten this is his kingdom, his palace.
But he's also curious as to what he wants to tell his daughter, promising himself to destroy mansi later after ending the werewolf situation, king Travis left already planning the evil plan in his head.
left alone with the holy man safia state * you don't like my father * holy mansi replies * no, not even one bit, he's too...hungry * not knowing what to say and understanding holy mansi won't say anything further about it safia only lets out *... oh..*
holy mansi then spoke, straight to the point * I'm not suppose to be involved in your life, but I need to tell you this...safia, you know both of them are hiding something important from you, but do not lose track of yourself in the confusion, consider all the clues before deciding who to believe, follow your heart but make sure you do the right thing when the time comes, lift the fog over your kingdom *
not a second after, he stood up, nod at safia with a tiny encouraging smile, then he walks out, leaving safia more confused than ever
she stare at the closed glass door holy mansi just walked out through, contemplating whether to follow him or not, but deep down she knows, even if she follows he won't add anything more and won't repeat his words
resigning to her fate safia stood and slowly walk to the glass wall and look up at the morning sky, then down at the forest and at the fog covering half of it, as far as she remembers the fog has always been there
she wonders out in a whisper * is holy mansi referring to this fog...or another? but he is right, both hunter and father are hiding something, but what are the clues? how do I consider them? who do I believe?....what is my connection to a fog?....*