I look around the city, to see the ship by the river, the ship docked along with other many merchant ships. Though the smell of sewage leaves much to be desired, I would say that the city looks beautiful.
Though the best view perhaps is Entrum, the castle of kings. Even in this distance, I can see the majesty it exudes. Only a fool couldn't notice. I take in the features of the castle, depicted in history, which is as beautiful as it was described.
The cough at my side takes my attention off the castle. An aged voice spoke at my side "Your Majesty, It would be best for us to start moving." I look at the old man and see the small smile adorning his face. I reply with an equal smile, as I started to walk "Well, chancellor Frederick, you sure you can keep up?"
Frederick laughs "haha, hilarious, your majesty," He follows me at my side. "It is former chancellor," Frederick walks with me, hands behind his back as the delegation follows,
He spoke, a bit amused "Though I'm more concerned if you require someone to carry you., Your Majesty." I look at him in horror and shake my head profusely, I have no plans on being carried as a baby again.
Frederick shakes his head with mirth, "Though jokes aside, Princess." He looks at me gravely, "Are you sure you wish to go through this?" He clenches his fist "The situation might be dire, but we hope to avoid selling you to a foreign nation."
I clutch his hand and smile sadly, I feel a pang of anxiety "This is the best we can do, both for our country and people." Frederick nods and clenches his fist harder, "I'm sorry Princess, If we adults hadn't failed, you wouldn't be in this position."
I pat his hand softly, touched by his sincerity. "It's fine Frederick, let's just hope the three princes are as great as the rumor says."
He nods in acceptance and shakes his head, "No matter how great they are princess, they remain undeserving of the Germania's light." He nods in reverence and continued to silently walk by my side.
I blush from his compliment. Though understandable due to circumstances, it is still pretty embarrassing.
The words reminded me of how it turned out like this, a few months ago, I had my tenth birthday. Though despite Father's insistence, I denied any festivities.
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Well, as it should be. After all, it was the middle of a war, I can't just waste money like that. Then added to the fact that my tenth birthday came with my chosen ability, Healing.
The closing months of the war gave me the perfect opportunity to make use of my skill. Truly told, I came on that battlefield with optimism and came back with PTSD.
There is nothing more scarring than seeing a man hug a dying friend with one arm destroyed. That view alone haunts me to this day. Fortunately, it ended on a cheerful note, my skill alone changed so many fates.
Maybe that's why I dedicated so much of my time to the field hospital. The laughing faces and thankful tears always give my heart warmth.
Then again. The soldiers respect me so much, that even stepping on a barracks gets every soldier down on their knees. Which is good, getting the army on my side will shore up my position.
We stop in front of an elegant structure, an imposing door opened for us to enter. Soldiers lined up at the sides, welcoming us in the building's entrance.
I look towards the man standing in the middle. He holds a welcoming expression, he pushes his arm out, which was met by Frederick in a handshake.
"Welcome to the Orbritush Kingdom," He smiled hospitably, accentuated by his handsome features. "I apologize, Your Highness, I do not hold a gift, I was unaware you shall welcome us."
He's the king? He looks pretty nonchalant and pretty handsome, that'll at least be a plus if I end up marrying one of his sons.
He nods curtly, his eyes filled with amusement "I wanted to meet Germania's Light and my future daughter-in-law." I blush a deep red, embarrassed that the moniker reached even here.
I hide behind Frederick, acting a bit like my age, and I utter. "Thank you, King Arin." He nods with a small smile, and beckons us to follow.
The room, filled with white, had the entire delegation sat down. King Arin explained the situation to us. "You have come at the perfect opportunity,"
He gestures at the commotion outside, "parliament is about to be in session, If you want to announce the engagement there, then I can allow you to do so."
Frederic bows, "We thank you, King Arin." King Arin points at me, "Are you also bringing the little princess with you?"
Frederick stood straight and looked on gravely. "Yes, Her Majesty shall attend, as the head of the delegation, she was the one our king designated in planning for her marriage."
He shakes his head "I don't think it's a great idea, despite the clear sign of intelligence, they will look her down upon her." He looks Frederick in the eye. "Despite her reputation in Germania, Here in Orbritush, she remains a child."
Frederick nods accepting, he looks at me for answers and I nod my head, depicting my acceptance. Frederick stands up, "then so be it, King Arin." King Arin stands with him, planning to leave for parliament.
He stops and looks at me, "How about you stay in a different room, Little princess." He whispers towards the guard as nods and acts as a chaperone.
Gesturing me and my guards to follow, A few moments pass, we stop in front of a door, I hear arguments and bickering, I look towards the guard to see him nod.
I knock on the door only to be greeted with a head. The kid and I look eye to eye, with the kid behind laughing at his misfortune.
"Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry."