'Seems like His Majesty has expended a lot organizing this party.'
'Yeah, These Flowers, I have heard they are only found on the Peak of Alpac Mountains. Some even say them to be the Flowers of Paradise.'
'What are those shining green Gems in the chandelier? Even A Gem Master Like me hasn't seen such beauties.'
'Wow, Dad, Look there's Butterflies and Fairies Here.'
'Hahaha... Right, but don't get too excited, Ryan.'
'Isn't this the Best party ever?'
'Yes, it would be but... Sigh~ My Father had told me to seduce the prince. I mean C'mon, He is a child, How could he even say that!'
'...Well, Just enjoy the party for now. See, try this Dish! I bet your mood will get better after this!'
'Excuse me, but would you ladies mind having a leisurely chat with me after the party?'
'No, Thank You. Let's go, Lia!'
'Eh...? ...Did I get Rejected?'
The Chatter among the Guests of the party in the hall was lively as no one present there had ever attended a banquet on this grand of a Scale...
"Now, Her Majesty Kiera von Everhart and His Highness Aiden von Everhart are entering!"
...But it was brought to a dead silence with this announcement as all of them eagerly waited to see the face of their Future King.
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As the Gates of the Golden Hall opened, Queen Kiera von Everhart and a little boy by her side entered, drawing the gazes of everyone present towards them.
Queen Kiera von Everhart walked with grace as she made her way toward the end of the hall where Aziel was sitting on the throne.
Though Kiera was extremely beautiful and found herself to be the center of attention at the party but as soon as the guests saw the little gentleman at her side, it changed to him.
Despite being no more than three years old, The Boy was carrying himself with poise and grace even better than some of the Nobles present in the venue.
'Is he Prince Aiden?'
'Obviously, He is! Who else do you think he would be?'
'He is handling himself better than my child, and he is just 3 years old while mine is 16.'
'Make sure to greet him with a smile when you give him the Gift, Got it, Ryan?'
'Yes, Dad!'
'He looks cute, and he has the looks to grow into a handsome gentleman. Should I really try seducing him?'
'...Lia, Are you into children?'
'N-No, I was just considering my father's words!'
'...'
'Hmm, Maybe I should try inviting Her Majesty for a leisurely chat after the party?'
'...I will advise you against that If you still have some will to live left.'
They admired the young Prince briefly before thinking of ways to leave a positive impression of themselves on Prince Aiden ...in their own respective ways.
The Pair of Mother and Son walked through the red carpet towards the end of the Hall where three thrones were placed, and Aziel was standing in front of them with a smile on his face.
As Kiera and Aiden reached the end, Aziel began his speech about the occasion.
"Honored Guests, Friends and Family;
Today, I am extremely delighted to see all of you gathered here on this special occasion of my son's and the future King of our Kingdom's first appearance in front of the Nobles and esteemed persons of the Kingdom.
Three Years Ago on the 13th of September, we were blessed by our child whom we named Aiden. It was a truly blissful and joyous occasion for our Family, and now three years later, when the prince has gained the ability to judge his surroundings, I would like to extend our Happiness to all of you on his third Birthday.
Let's raise a toast to a Future that would be as bright as his smile and have the celebration commence!"
"To my son, To each of you, and To the Kingdom!"
'To the Prince and the Kingdom!'
'To a Lively Future!'
'Long Live the Prince!'
Thus, the 3rd Birthday party of Prince Aiden von Everhart began.
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'This might be too much for me to handle!' I was panicking as everyone raised their glasses to indicate the party's beginning.
At first, I thought that I could handle a little birthday party without breaking my promise to Mother but the pressure when I entered the hall was so much that I couldn't even marvel in awe at the beauty of the hall.
Everyone's gazes were fixed on me, scrutinizing my every little action and my ears picked up some talk between the guests that made me shiver.
I was the center of attention at a Party so grandeur where every guest was dressed in top fashion.
The Ladies, dressed in Beautiful Gowns and Dresses, were enjoying the Party elegantly while the Men not falling behind them in any way possible.
'Be Confident, Aiden. Be Confident! They all are here to celebrate your Birthday! You are not out of place here, Definitely Not!' I tried brainwashing myself, repeating these words over and over in my mind as a Mantra.
I, Mother, and Father sat on our respective thrones as the Gift giving ceremony was to begin and my nervousness was reaching its peak.
Father's throne was on the right made with ...some sort of shiny bluish material which had an onyx hue on it, and the carvings were done with Gold.
There was a Crown carved on the top of the throne while a beautiful phoenix made with the same shiny blue material stood at both sides.
The Cushion were Red and it was the biggest throne of the three.
On the Left was Mother's throne, slightly narrower and slim than Father's throne in size, and it was made of another stone I didn't know of.
It was made of a shiny Crystal-type stone that seemed to be glowing and combined with the Dark wood used, it served an appealing contrast to eyes.
There were vines carved on the regal wood with a Phoenix carved at the top, and the cushions of her throne were Deep Royal Blue embroidered to enhance the beauty of the color.
In the Middle was my throne which had two stairs for me to climb, as without them it would look too tiny compared to the Thrones on either side of it.
My throne was made with emeralds, I guess?
It was made of shiny green stones which I assume to be Emeralds and completed the look with a light-looking smooth wood at the edges and top with carving made with obsidian, silver, and Gold.
The Design on the Wood was floral and some little animals and birds too, with a similar blue phoenix carved at the top of it as Mother and Father's throne.
Although, I read once that the King's throne should be in the middle with the Queen's on the Left and the Prince's on the right, but it seems like Father has placed my throne in the middle because of my Birthday.
'He cares too much about me... Well, Let's hope to not disappoint Him!' I sat on my little throne after Father and Mother sat on theirs, and the Gift-giving ceremony ...or rather 'Trying to impress Prince Aiden' ceremony Began.
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"This is the Best Gem anyone has ever found in the Valley of Wyrim. I would like to gift it to Prince Aiden as my best wishes."
"Thank You for this Gift. It truly is a gem unparalleled by any other that I have seen. It must have taken great effort and care to refine it and make it as beautiful as it is. I am deeply grateful, and I'll cherish it."
"This Piece of Clothing is made with the finest material that we know of by the most talented artisans of the kingdom. I hope Your Highness likes it."
"It certainly has something in it that makes it stand out among all the clothes that I own, and now that you have told me what it is, I can't help but feel blessed to receive such a precious Gift. I'll make sure to wear it to special occasions in the future."
"This..."
"Thank You..."
"I would..."
"I am deeply touched..."
"This..."
"I'll cherish it..."
"This..."
"Thank You..."
The Whole Gift Ceremony went like that with Aiden accepting gifts and replying in the politest yet noble manner possible.
Though Lia tried to seduce him, and someone also asked him for a leisurely chat after the party, he politely declined and avoided the topic masterfully.
Soon after that, the prince left the party as it had been pretty late, and thus, Prince Aiden's third birthday party came to an end. Still, two names from the party were able to leave an impression on Aiden, those two being - Lia Astor and Ryan Orleans, though the former for being a pedophile whereas Ryan left a positive impression on him as he was the only one who tried to talk to Aiden without any scheme behind his eyes.
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