The night passed by like a blur and Petra had already drifted off to sleep. Once the clock struck 12 midnight all the servants began running around here and there arranging the surroundings. They all looked incredibly scared, it was as if it was time for them to die or about to face an horrific judgement.
The snake quietly made its way into the huge bath which awaited him in the bathroom as soon as it went in, out emersed a handsome yet outstanding feature of a man, his long black hair wet and dripping with water as he rested his back against the wall of the bath, his aura intimidating yet recollected. He sighs as his mind drifts back to Petra, he smirks.
" What an odd girl" his deep voice calm
The mansion has soon become quiet as all work had ce seeased all the servants busy with one work or th other awaiting his entrance.
There was only one man who was capable of holding such a terrifying aura, he was the tyrant prince of ALDORIA, Prince Leviathan. His name alone sent chills down people's spines. He was called a tyrant because he once fought in a war and he alone came back with the enemies head. This reason made people fear him as back then he was only 16. There were also rumors of him beheading those who touched him.
As Leviathan decided to step out of his room he stopped short and glanced at the little girl on his bed, he sneered
"What a naive peasant" he said as he stepped out. Levi walked down the hall with dominance, each step emitting an aura of dominance. The dinning hall had already been garnished with different meals each placed properly and neatly in order. Leviathan sat across from an old couple.
"You are finally here" the old lady said to him
" Well, then let us begin our feast" the old man said calmly
They began eating in silence until the old lady spoke
" So how do you take your new bride? Is she to your liking or are we to return her...."
" Where did you get such a girl with no ethics " Leviathan suddenly spoke interrupting the old lady
"No ethics, you must be joking, a girl with no ethics is no girl at all we must give her away immediately " the old man said in an angry tone
"But she doesn't have poor ethics Levi, why name an innocent girl a unethical with just your first meeting, that is simply unruly" the old lady complained
"Mother,mother, you are such a simple yet naive woman, this girl is not from a royal background is she? In fact she is but a mere peasant who should be treated as such" Leviathan said with a calm voice
" Yes she is a peasant but that is the only one that is ready to accept her fate as your bride" th old lady argued
"I prefer not to marry at all" Leviathan spoke with a gentle demeanor
"Nonsense son why must you say such, as the future emperor you must have an empress. This is by law" the old man said as he dropped his glass of wine down on the table.
"I shall change that law father " Leviathan argued
"That is out of line, for generations that law as kept order why do you want to change such an important law due to your pleasure " the old man pointed out getting Leviathan annoyed
"I'm done here I shall return to my chambers " Leviathan said getting up to leave but his mother held his arm
"Please son give her a chance, Petra is a good girl and she will serve you right" the old lady pleaded with Leviathan who in turn gently removed her hand and left the room.
Leviathan entered his study angrily he just couldn't believe his parents audacity to force him into a pointless and meaningless relationship with a mere peasant.
Petra's eyes shot open to th bright beam of the sunshine, it was only then that Petra realized it was morning. She sat up gently, the maid smiled at her warmly
"Good morning your ladyship, I am your personal maid ylva and I hope I can serve you right"
Your ladyship? Petra was very confused she didn't understand why she was being called your ladyship when all she was, was a mere peasant.
"The emperor awaits your arrival at the palace hall,so you must get dressed appropriately" the maid said
"I'm sorry but why?" Petra asked confused 😕
Ylva smiled warmly "your ladyship your engagement to the prince will be publicized today so you must be at your best and look your best" she explained
"Oh, okay" Petra said still confused but she played along.
Ylva led her into the bath where ylva helped her bathe properly. After her bath Petra sat on a chair in front of a mirror as ylva began preparing her. Petra's brown hair was adorned with black roses 🥀🥀. Before long Petra was all set, she looked very radiant and gorgeous. She wore a purple sleeveless gown with diamonds around the waist. This dress brought out Petra's beautiful curves. Her neck had been adorned with a beautiful black pearl necklace which had the family crest. Her legs wore lovely black heels which where hidden underneath the dress. She was infact ready, ready to face her new borne fate.
Petra stepped into the hall with ylva behind her. Petra took each step gently (because of the heels🥲👠) ylva led her to a seat near the prince who was sitting elegantly with a grin expression. The hall was filled with people from different noble status, Petra felt very out of place she looked at the prince who looked indifferent not even looking her way, ylva gestured at her to stay calm and collected. The venue couldn't begin without the emperor so everyone awaited his and the empress' entrance.
Just as Petra calmed down, the trumpet sounded and the hall became silent, the entrance was then opened and in came the emperor and the empress in all their glory.