The Emerald Queen

Education

Sherrose POV

Just as we entered into the castle Master Wong appreard nodding for me to follow him. Stopping dead in my tracks I collided with Prince Jason

“My apologies””Forgive me” we said in unison

“Lady Devenchire please show our guests to their rooms, I’m afraid master Wong needs me” I said as I turned to follow Master Wong who had just left.

“Did you not say you hungry? “ The prince asked as I walked past him.

“A Princess dury is never done. “ I reply trying not to rush.

Master Wong lead my to the carriage that took us to the dojo situated in the south west end hidden in the royal wood, the whole trip was silent, which made me feel uneasy not cause our ride was silent but cause I have been forbidden from going to the dojo for 3mobths now due to safety issues and the boreders opening but more importantly something felt off.

The dojo was a Japanese style dojo build of bamboo by Master Wongs great grand father many years ago it had a very strong structure and was situated in the center of a stream. Surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

We sat at the tea table and master took out some stuffed dumpling and kimchi chicken with some peach ice tea which all happened to be my favorite. Digging in I eyed master as he ate waiting for him to tell me what it was he was softening me up to tell me.

" Ohkay please spit it out Master, I know your brought me here to tell me something so just do it swiftley like a samarui so it won't hurt so much." I said finally loosing my patient when he brought out the milk tart and and chocolate cake

Eyeing me he finally spoke" Prince Gareth is betrothed Princess, He has been for all his life." his face stoic as always not one sign of emotion.

Not only did that small peace of information hurt but it's seemed to have made me feel numb," How long has everyone known? " I asked realizing why King Cheaky seemed more upset when I mentioned his name.

" Since your 15th birthday but King Angus said he did not have to marry her if he chose not to"

"Is that why nobody told me?" I asked feeling betrayed and angry

" News came this morning that his intending to propose here in eden to her. Apparently he thought the promise he made carried no water as he claims he was a child. " Master Wong said watching me closely

Tears welled up in my eyes ," You should have told me 3 years ago Master, " I said standing up intending on leaving. This day was not getting any better.

" Sit down Princess, this is no time to think with your emotions and besides he is right you were not mature back then and neither was he. " master Wong said as I fell slump into my seat.

Hot tears poured down my face, " he promised Master and in Eden a promise is a promise."

Nodding his head Master Wong said," he is not a Edenite and he will no longer be the boy you once knew. Let it go Princess it's time to put away childish crushes and become the princess you have worked so hard to become. Stop the water works and gather yourself. Your room has been prepared in the dojo go rest and I will wake you in two hours to send you back to the palace to prepare for supper."

Drying my tears I went to get my much needed 2 hours sleep before the madness began.

When Master Wong woke me, I washed my face and I put on my black sweat pants and crop polarneck top and black chucktalors. When I got outside baghiera was waiting across the stream as he was not allowedd in the dojo. Whisper walked towards the bridge and I walked over and mounted him and rode back to the palace with my cloak pulled over my head lest anyone see me.

I rode swiftly past the training grounds where it seemed a duel was happening, unfortunately I had no time to watch I could garentee Lady Eleanor was waiting to assist me get done for tonight.

Jason POV

Eden was the most spectacular place I have ever seen not even our fathers stories did it justice. It was a little old fashion and seemed backwards in some ways but It was clear that it was more than met the eye, The people were friendly but very wary of strangers, I could understand why, not everyone would care or appreciate it’s beauty.

“Must, you wear such casual wear cousin? “ Lady Desera my cousin said as we jumped into the carriage at dawn.

“Yes, there is no way I’m traveling half of the day in a suit.” I said settling into the comfortable Seating. “Do you not want to travel with the marques and his family? “I my cousin was betrothed to the marque of grayton.

“Good Lord, I would rather ride with you and your moods than deal with Lady Silverton, I don’t think she owns common sense.” She said causing us both to break into a fit of laughter the old lady was a horrid person.

“What do you think the Princess is like? “ she asked staring out the window

“From what I heard last night she is kind and generous and all things wonderfully boring. “ I can’t believe I had to come deal with this cause of power and alliances.

By 1pm we arrived at the castle it was magnificent to say the least and we’ll guarded it seemed as the guards flanked both sides of the staircase. On the stair stood the princess in a beautiful gown, she was pertiet and yet curvy from what I could see and I found myself wondering what that dress actually hid. To her left stood a giant man and to her right a legend, who was eyeing my attire disapprovingly. But what caught my attention is the black pantha sitting extreamly close to her side.

As expected the Legendary Lady Devenchire questioned my attire, so I decided to poke them. “ My apologies your Royal Highness and lady Devenchire, I was unaware of how backdated your kingdoms fashion sense was, I also refused to travel on formal wear. “ I said with a devilish grin, causing the panther to growl. What I didn’t expect was the princesses response it completely blew me away. I think I was going to like this girl.

As we entered the castle was in awe at how magnificent it was I collided with the princess.

”Forgive me””My apologies” we said in unison

“Lady Devenchire please show our guests to their rooms, I’m afraid master Wong needs me” she said as she turned to go after the Chinese old man.

“Did you not say you hungry? “ I asked as she walked past me. She looked exhausted from what I could see.

“A Princess duty is never done. “ she reply clearly in a hurry.

We were shown to our chambers and I felt the need to check out their training grounds.

After 30min of asking directions I found the training grounds. It was odd to find a training ground empty save one guy who seemed to just have completed some kind of obstacle course.

“Hey, you there! " I call getting his attention.

“Are you lost!? “ the guy called back as he came over to me.

“No, I came down to the training grounds hoping to find a challenge from what I heard is the best worriors.” I said the guy looked to be no older than 18years.

“All the worriors are on duty due to you foreigners and those that are not on duty are resting. “ he said turning his back on me.

“what’s your name kid? “ I said taunting him

“The names Rahul Junior and I’m no Kid, so watch yourself your royal hindass.” He threw back over his shoulder.

“ so why you out here by yourself. “ I said jumping over the barrier towards him.

“I’m training cause trial to become royal guard is Sunday, so I need to up my game. “ He said tossing me a sword.

Raising my brow I tested the weight, it was a nice sword,

“ Is competition to be the royal guard that fierce. “ I asked and we began to circle each other

“It’s not just any royal guard but it’s to become Rose’s personal guard and as a result we will be challenging Master Wong and My Father Master Rahul not to mention Hunter.” He Said as he easily dogged all my attacks.

“So you the head of the Royal Guards Kid, huh. “ I said beginning to defend with abit more concentration the kid was good.

“Yea, and you have good footwork, care to go all out I’m getting bored holding back this much. “ He said advancing with a speed I didn’t expect.

“So why is it that you get to call the princess, Rose and everyone else doesn’t? “ I asked noticing nickname he used

“Cause we grew up like siblings and I see her as a little sister, so watch yourself Prince. “ he said as he advanced and knocked me into my but. At that moment a rider on the most magnificent stallion I have ever seen road past like a bat out of hell.

“thanks for the sparing. “Rahul Junior said as he helped me up.

“Please call me Jason. Who was that? “ I asked pointing at the rider.

“Rj is what my friends call me and if I were you I would pretend I didn’t see that. Also I think you better get ready for supper.” He said as he jogged away

Eden was turning out to be quite interesting.