Eli
Not for the first time, my heart came close to bursting.
Mama nodded, then walked straight past me, taking Leela's face into her hands.
"You will be the greatest queen this kingdom has ever seen. I am proud to have lived in the time of Queen Leela."
A large tear rolled from Leela's eye and I took a step towards her. I couldn't bear to see her this way and I felt ashamed for my part in her sorrow.
"Alaric, summon your brothers and take the king to have his robes fitted. Eron is waiting in his chambers, he will take measurements for all of you. The tailor expects them within the hour."
"Leela..." I began.
"A decision has been made, Eli," Mama said, sharply. "Now, leave, before she changes her mind. You will not see your bride before the ceremony, as is our tradition. She is in
