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Chapter 3 - The Imperial palace

Today was the day, the maids were busy preparing Rebecca and Sofia. Rebecca wore a light blue dress with diamond jewellery and gloves, while Sofia wore a dark red dress with white jewellery. The duchess came in and started praising there beauty. While they were still taking, a Butler came in and said, '' First miss and second miss, your father awaits your presence.'' They arrived at the front door and saw a fancy looking carraige with their father and mother inside, Sofia was beaming with joy, while Rebecca felt her stomach twist and turn. She did not want some random princes to come and court her and her sister but what could she do. A person needs power to be able to live in this world and if she becomes the crown princess she'll be able to rule over everyone and punish those who were bad.

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They arrived at the Imperial palace, the family came down and headed to the throne room. When they arrived, the two sisters saw two handsome boys with the Emperor sitting on the throne. They all bowed and greeted the Emperor, the Emperor got to the point and said, '' Are these the two girls you want my sons to marry? The older one is more fit to be the crown princess and the younger one for my son.'' Things were walking even more smoother than the two expected but the excitement didn't last long when Rebecca felt the crown prince looking at her, but in an effective way, in turn Rebecca smiled and curtseyed. The crown prince was taken aback before he bowed and walked over to Rebecca and said, '' You are even more beautiful than your father described, it will be an honour for me if you become my crown princess.'' Rebecca thought to herself and said, '' The crown prince really has a way with words.'' After a few more minutes exchanging words, Sofia pulled her aside and said, '' My plan is not working, it seems he does not like me.'' Rebecca answered, '' My dear sister trust me, he'll love you no matter what I have a plan.'' Rebecca curtseyed in front of the Emperor and said, '' Your Majesty, can I talk to you in private?''The Emperor agreed and in minutes everyone was out. The Emperor asked, '' What is it you want to talk about? Is it the wedding preparation?'' Rebecca answered, '' No your Majesty, It's about the younger prince my sister really likes the prince but he does not like her back. Can you set a tea party and invite my sister and the prince?'' The Emperor laughed and answered, '' Of course my dear, the prince will have no choice but to marry your sister. Mark my words.'' Feeling satisfied Rebecca left with a smile on her face.