When the music ended, she turned to see the king standing up. She immediately followed before glancing at the prince. He showed her an encouraging smile. His father knows what role she would be playing for the good of the kingdom. She’s precious to them. No way is the king going to be antagonistic towards her.
The hall fell silent again as the new princess took the king’s hand and they walked over the center.
“Are you nervous?” The old man asked her.
“Just a little, my lord.” She admitted as they begin to dance.
Truthfully, the king isn’t that old yet. Maybe the sickness aged him differently, but now that he’s recovering, he’s looking better as well. He still has strength in his body. His hold on her was firm.
After a while, the king spoke again.
“I understand that you’ve lost yo
