The silence was unbearable. But king Regaleon's shock was more noticable. He never knew that his quiet and calm wife had this side of her. since when did she start to speak like this and even infront of her children?
"Zera. What happened to you? since when did you start using such obscene words? And even infront of your daughters?! " he asked in an amused tone. But then a surprise crossed queen Zera's face remembering that her husband was here. With a quick change of expression the queen smiled apologetically towards Silvia.
"I am sorry dear. It is because I couldn't bear for you to be just like your mother." she said with that sickening smile on her face. Silvia already knows that this step mother of hers was just trying to cover up her exposed intentions. And as always her father will believe the queen is doing it for his daughter's sake. She wanted to scoff but she kept her mouth shut and slowly peeked at her father through her silver hair and she was right. He believed that woman's words like a fool. with a gritted teeth she slowly looked up at the queen who was staring at her. Is it wrong for her to wish for happiness why is everybody looking for a way to make her cry?'calm down..' she told her self and took a deep breath. And with almost an emotionless smile on her face she replied to the previous conversation.
"Thank You, your majesty for worrying about this ignorant child. I will keep your words your in my heart." her reply has a ting of sarcasm to it. Then she turned to her father and said, "Your highness, I think I should leave now." and bowed to him elegantly. She was happy despite the disgusting glances her step sisters were throwing at her. She was immensely happy because she won't be around her family and the likes of them. So she quickly wrapped up all the goodbyes and wishes or whatsoever and marched towards the car that was waiting for her. 'finally... I am done.' she thought as she slid to the car with the servants putting her luggage at the back. And with everything ready and packed The driver started the car. And as expected no one was seeing her off even her father went inside after she got into the car.
No, she should not expect anything. From now on she will be living an new life. A life where she could be her own main lead. A long journey awaits her.....
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At the far west of empire Kelvenia
In a study room a young male was sitting, leisurely on a majestic chair, twirling a red wine between his long fingers. His deep blue eyes were gazing at the sky....particularly nowhere. His jet black hair that has fallen down on his forehead and temple was wet indicating that he just took a bath. With a deep sigh he slowly stood from his chair and walked toward the table containing a map. The map was detailed drawing of the whole country. There were pins pinned here and there at some specific places. "cunning old man..." he murmured to himself staring at a particular place on the map. And then he looked back at the window again seemingly hesitating on something.
But before he could come to a conclusion, the door was slowly opened and a young man in his mid 20's entered the room. he looked decent and elegant. And with the golden framed glasses, he looked more mature.
"Your highness, his majesty is waiting for you." he said calmly. And when the young man leaning against the table hummed, the servant quietly left. After thinking for a while the young man slowly rose from the table and changed his close. His dignified figure moved smoothly as he put on his white shirt covering his perfectly carved body. The king must be calling him to discus about the border town issues. Lately there has been rebellions rising here and there. And now silencing them with force will cause the internal cities to be angered so it is best to strike a deal or may sit and talk. He has been working on a plan for 2 weeks, to settle the disturbances.
'Hagh' he sighed as the fatigue of the sleepless nights came over him. he needed sleep.