Ages Of Darkness

The soldiers of Cloud City fell on their knees, their right hands on their chest as soon as the queen approaches.Zoire walks majestically on the trail of her gown,which seems to move majestically at her back.The gown was made with pure gold lava,with the breasts plate designed in bronze,which pressed her breast tightly to her chest. A liquid silk covering her shoulders,down to the wrist of her hands. Her grey hairs were graciously tucked in behind her ears, down to her waist leaving some strands of hairs dangling in front of her eyes.Her hairs were glittering in silver,as the rays of the shine on them. Her eyes are transculent blue,her pupils dilating little green in them.She had a pointed nose,and a plump lips. Indeed,the queen looked like a goddess as everything seems to fit in her oblonge face.Except for the betrayal of her gray hairs,which shows that she had aged gracefully. Behind her, followed the two princes of Cloud City.Darl and Erimense. Both of them were heavily built, handsome except for the colours of their hairs that differs. Darl whose hairs were blonde,took everything after his mother except for his cold, arrogant and rude behaviours.They had clearly reflected on his face,as he looked down on the people  on the multitude of people as if they were flies he would like to dispose and get over with quickly. Erimense on the other hand,had a thick black hair.The strands seems to cover his eyes,his aura commanding confidence as he gave the people a masked smile. Behind them,were the councillors of Cloud City.The people hailed the name of queen as she took her seat on the throne, while the two princes took their places besides her.Their hands on the tilt of their sword. One of the Councillors whose name is Omaha,rose to address the people.After calming the people,he started his speech. "Good people of Cloud City,the fairess as announced that the duel, will begin in two weeks time..................... Immediately the people heard this, they interupted Omaha and cheered. "Hail the majesty of Cloud City". They keep saying, hailing the name of the queen. Omaha raised his hands,to make the people quiet before he continued. "The celebration of the new moon festival is starting tonight.Everybody,is relieved from their duties.Except for the soldiers and those working in the palace.But,there will be a handsome packages for them too.And on the day of the full moon, the princes of Cloud City will show us their skills by having a spar with Fost and Zrr'ssk the deadliest beasts in Cloud City". Omaha said smiling at the people , before finally kowtowing before the queen,then returning to his seat. The people were all joyful,as they continue hailing the hailing the name of the queen. Darl wrapped his hands tightly,on the tilt of his sword.He was boiling with rage. Why had mother done this?,he is the rightful heir to the throne.Why would an adopted prince,be included in the duel meant for the royal blood.He thought,his head shaking furiously. "Dark". Erimense called him. Darl scowled at Erimense. "What" Erimense looked at Darl and sighs. "You're about to unsheathe your sword". Darl was shocked,he wasn't even aware of his own actions.He sheathed his sword,his gaze shifted back to people hailing the queen. It was already noon. Darl storms into the queen's chamber and barked at this mother. "Mother,I want to.............. The queen raised her finger,to shut him up. "Darl,it is high time you learned some etiquette and some courtsey.You cannot breany into my chamber except you're being summoned to my presence.Is that clear?". Zoire replied in a cold tone. "Yes mother". Darl gritted the words out through his teeth. "Now go on son, you said you wanted to see me". Zoire said,not looking at him.She was busy stroking the  stroking the fur of her favourite pet Tyra. Darl looked at the pet,with so much hatred that he felt like thrusting his sword into her throat, slitting it open. As if Tyra could read his mind,she whimpered as she forced herself into Zoire's sleeve. Dark grinned,as his gaze went back to his mother. "Why did you allow Erimense in the duel mother". Darl asked,his brows furrowed into frown. Then queen was caught by surprise,as she gave him a glance.Her pupils dilating from green to transculent blue. "Why wouldn't I, Erimense is also a prince of Cloud City so he won't be denied". The queen answered. "The duel is meant for the royal blood mother". Darl snarled at his mother. "Oh,is Erimense not a royal blood". The queen asked,not looking at him. Darl became enraged. "Do not pretend as if you know what I'm talking about". "What are you talking about son". Zoire asked. Then Darl growled. "We all know that Erimense was adopted,he is not a royal blood". Zoire was shocked,by what Darl had just said. Smiles escaped Darl's lips. "Oh mother,I heard known since I was twelve.I heard it when you were discussing it with you most most trusted counsilor Jemy.Mother ............. Zoire's anger exploded. "Enough of your foolish talks Darl.Either you like it or not Erimense will be participating in that duel and there is nothing you can do about it". Dark shook his head,and sneared. "Mother,I still find it difficult why you can be so gruesome.......... Zoire thundered. "Enough Darl, you dare talk to me in this manner". She roared,as she fold her hands into fist.Her eyes burst into flames. "I will make you pay for disrespecting me you stupid child". She said,as she stretched her hands forward a bluish energy gathered into her palm.Meters away from Darl, Darl gasped.His two hands around his neck,eyes widens in shock. "Please mother". Darl begged, managing to force the words out. Zoire brought down her hands,the purple flames in her eyes were all gone. Darl fell on the ground, gasping for breath to feed his hungry lungs, coughing ears ringing.He was bleeding from his eyes,nose,ears and mouth. "Thanks mother". He said. "Don't you dare disrespect me again Darl.I am your mother,I birthe you and I'm still the queen of the Cloud City". She said,as she sat on her golden couch. "Yes mother". Darl said,as he struggled to his feet. "Now get out of my sight". Zoire said in a chilling tone. Darl bowed, before turning to leave.