The king helps me down and smiles as I smooth my dress.
"King Vidar, the elders are already in the throne room for the assembly" the guard's voice booms.
"I am coming" Vidar assures.
I would like to know more about the assembly, but I do not want to disturb the king in his commitments. So I just straighten the loose strands of my hair and look at Vidar, who is still smiling.
Is he happy.
"I need to go, darling. Duties call. But we'll be together at dinner and..." her voice trails off "In two days, you will be my queen."
With those words, and a warm, carnal promise, Vidar kisses the top of my head and leaves my room.
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KING VIDAR
In that moment, surrounded by the elders in the grandeur of the throne room, a heavy silence descended. The dim light flickered, casting shadows that see
