
...(.( Illustration of Arrabella )...
After hearing from Lorenzo and Demian that the king was looking for him, he immediately met the King in his study.
" i heard, your majesty called me ?" ask Aiden politely
" Yes, right "the King replied justifying
" What's up, your majesty?" ask Aiden
" Aiden, your age has now reached adulthood. I've been looking for some noble girls who might suit you" said the King proposing
" What do you mean, your highness? a noble girl? why?" ask Aiden in shock
" I mean you'll get engaged soon and get married" replied the King
" What??" Aiden was shocked to hear that
" Don't this year you're 19, and you as a prince should marry a noble princess immediately" said the King
" I'm sorry, my majesty, I haven't thought about engagement or marriage yet" Aiden said
" Why did your Majesty suddenly talk about a life partner for me?" inner Aiden astonished
" really? I think you've been thinking about that, since your sister Eugene already wants to choose her crown princess, I think that you should also find your partner" the King explained
" i hadn't thought of getting there" Aiden said
" after all Naomi is 15, she's too young. I'll have to wait for her until her debutante then I'll propose to her "inner Aiden
" But I already have someone I like" Aiden said honestly
" really? who her? which daughter of the family? should I propose to you right now?" ask the King to be pleased
" Her Majesty the king, the girl has still not passed her maturity ceremony. So, I still have to wait for him 1 more year. I'll tell you about the girl later" Aiden said with a cheerful face
" What makes Aiden so happy today? all happiness emanated from his face, thank goodness ..Canaria if you see this you will definitely be happy "inner King is happy
" Well, if you already have someone you like. I won't ban you, I will definitely allow you to be with the girl. I promise "the King said seriously.
" You must keep your noble promise, for I will charge you" said Aiden
" Of course. Aiden I am so grateful to that girl, the girl who made you happy like this and I am also envious of her " said the King with a smile
" What? why?" ask Aiden wonder
" I envy him, because as a father I cannot make you happy like this" replied the King with a bitter smile on his face
" Even though I do not know what kind of person you are, but your Majesty the king, I have never hated you, however you are my father, he said, the one my mother loved so much until the end of her life" Aiden said
" Thank you son, for not hating me" said the King with a smile
Aiden smiled at the King.
" I'm sorry but, I haven't been able to call you father for now. "inner Aiden feels guilty.
" It's only natural that you hate me, Aiden, let alone that you know that your mother used to suffer because of my "inner sad King.
" your majesty, if there's nothing to talk about anymore. Please withdraw !" aiden said politely
" Okay, rest" said the King calmly
Aiden was about to go outside the king's room, suddenly the king collapsed and collapsed to the floor. Aiden and Philip (the king's bodyguard) are shocked to see him and soon approach the unconscious King.
" Your majesty ! your Majesty the King !" philip and Aiden panicked
" Call the doctor ! now ! " cry Aiden panicked
***
The king was lying in his room and his face was pale, the Queen, the crown prince, the daughter of Camille and Aiden were there. The imperial physician explained that King fainted due to high blood pressure and a disturbance in his lungs.
" What did you say to the king's majesty until his blood pressure became high?" ask the cynical Queen
" Mom, what did you say? " ask Camille in wonder
" The king met you, and after that his blood pressure became high to unconsciousness. What's going on?" ask the Queen ketus
" Queen, she showed clearly her dislike for me "inner Aiden
" I'm sorry, but I didn't say anything that made his blood pressure go high" Aiden said
" If it is proven that you made the King's Majesty unconscious, I will not hesitate to punish you" the Queen threatened
" If your Majesty is conscious, you better ask him yourself what I have talked about with his Majesty the King" said Aiden fearlessly
Aiden and Eugene walked out of the King's room, Eugene glancing sinisterly at Aiden.
" Wait on your highness the crown prince !" call Aiden cold
" What?" asked Eugene ketus
" You were the one who told his majesty about my matchmaking" Aiden said annoyedly
" So, did you really talk about that matchmaking with her?" inner Eugene pleased
" Right, I only told my father at the age of the older brother who had reached the age of marriage. You'd better have to pick a partner at least get engaged first" Eugene said casually
" Oh, I'm so glad your majesty is so considerate of me. But, like my personal affairs like that you do not interfere let alone involve the King's majesty" said Aiden ketus
" Haha.. My brother is only helping you why is your reaction excessive? after all father did not protest against my suggestion, father agreed with my suggestion. It's for your good brother" Eugene said with a small laugh
" I want to get rid of my rivals one by one to get Arabella, and that starts with you Aiden "inner Eugene sharp
" Want to get rid of me? want to get my Naomi ? you should try harder in Eugene's life this time, because I won't let him fall into Aiden's "sharp inner abyss
" My sister is so good, she's prepared a couple for me. I'm very grateful, but I really want to know why you're so insistent on me getting married? maybe you're scared?" asked Aiden with a faint smile
"Fearful? what am I afraid of?" asked Eugene not understanding
" Fear that I'll be with someone you like" Aiden replied without hesitation
" No shame, he just said it. She seemed like she was already convinced that Arabella would choose her. "inner Eugene was irritated
" what am I afraid of, big brother who should be careful and get ready for the worst possible. You can't take what's mine, and what I want. You can't !" said Eugene sharply
" So you mean that he's yours? who takes who's property, we'll see. Because in this life I will not let go again, this time I fight ! " aiden said seriously
Aiden left Eugene standing there looking like he was confused. Eugene was indeed confused because of Aiden's words that said about life this time, as if they had gone through life 2 times. Eugene tries to digest Aiden's words and he recalls his dream when Lucy lends her magic power to Eugene and Aiden.
" That dream? why did it feel real? is it really just a dream ? but it's like it really never happened?" inner Eugene astonished
Eugene Voice :
In the dream I saw myself, doing evil to Arabella and Claire becoming queen. I ignored Arabella who was always waiting for me and loved me, I even gave her the death sentence ! he died in front of me with his head cut off, it was a nightmare, until now I still remembered a dream I had never even experienced before. How can I do that to the girl I like? impossible right? Never mind, I don't think about it anymore, it's just a dream. That will never happen, because I love Arabella.
Eugene thinks that the events that Arabella had in the past were just ordinary nightmares, he doesn't think that only Aiden and Arabella realize that his dreams have happened in the past. And that's the biggest reason why Arabella hates him so much.
That night, Arabella is confused by the many jewels Dominic has given her. But, the servants there were amazed by the charm of Arabella that made the cold Demon King could fall for her.
" woah miss, miss is very lucky !" exclaim Daisy pleased
" See this jewelry? this is a rare diamond from the Vanders mountains" Layla said, glad to see the many glittering jewels
" Our miss is very lucky and very popular, so many men love it!" exclaim Emma (one of the kitchen maids )
" Right Emma. Our lady is indeed the prettiest girl in these Clarines. Not only is the crown prince interested in our miss, even the King from the other side is interested in our miss " said Rita (one of the kitchen maids ) pleased
" Why did he send this much jewelry? did he rob a jewelry store? isn't this overkill? is this how he chased women?" inner Arabella amazement
" Miss, why is she daydreaming? do we want all this much jewelry?" ask Daisy confused
" That's all my fault. I persuaded him in such a way, by giving him permission to pursue me. It's my fault !" arabella exclaims her own anxiety
The servants were even engrossed in gossiping to themselves while their lady was daydreaming.
" Miss would be confused as to who would choose between crown prince Eugene or king Dominic right?" ask Layla
" What ? it's not just them who like girls!" exclaim Emma
" Is there any more, huh?" ask Rita plain
" You didn't hear the rumor that our lady was also close to Prince Aiden who was nicknamed the prince of war?" ask Emma
" really? miss is close to that handsome prince as well?" ask Layla plain
" Emma, like your words are true. This afternoon I saw Prince Aiden driving Miss home. Like her they ran out of streets " said Daisy spirit
The three maids nodded as if understanding what had happened. They were getting excited about who would be Arabella's match.
" Then do you think ? miss who will choose? you guys are the closest to miss?" ask Emma to Daisy and Layla
" Certainly prince Aiden (King Dominic ) !" layla and Daisy at the same time
" Layla, it's clear that the lady will be with prince Aiden. They look like they fit together !" yell Daisy kekeh
" No, aunt Daisy. I agree more with King Dominic, he has a strong position and he's a King of a great land ! she will definitely make Miss Abel happy !" call Layla stubborn
" What's the point of Layla's great? if he kills a lot of people? you didn't hear what the rumor was that he was a king who used to torture people?? better miss with prince Aiden alone ! he is kind and great !" exclaims Daisy upset
" hey hey ! why are you fighting?!" exclaim Emma wonder
" wait, why didn't the crown prince enter into the choice ?" rita asked confused
Arabella noticed the commotion of her servants and looked annoyed. The girl disbanded all her servants because it was night and kept the jewelry in her room. Arabella sat on her bed.
" It's not good, it's not good. If Prince Aiden knew that I gave King Dominic permission to come after me, what would he tell me? huu. I was really dizzy. I had to think of a way to reject it. In my previous life I never rejected men, because no one liked me..But now I have to reject the man.Tomorrow I ask Ethan or Ashton's brother just deh " said Arabella while lying on her bed with a long sigh.
The girl fell asleep with a smile on her face, and happiness was radiated from her smile. Secretly a man entered his room.
" It turns out he's been sleeping "Ashton murmured softly
Ashton walked over to Arabella who was deep asleep.
" It looks like he's asleep, he looks very happy and falls asleep with a smile.Come on, tell me! am I too late to say that I like you as a man ? can I change my relationship easily? Abel.it would be easier if you understood my heart. I know I can't possibly compete with those great guys, but I'll try to make you happy" Ashton said looking at the girl sadly
Ashton stroked the girl's hair with a smile.
" If you weren't sleeping, you'd be angry if you knew I was stroking your hair like this. All right, sleep well Abel .. I went home ." said Ashton, putting a purple rose of Arrabella's favor in the hand of the sleeping girl.
As he used to do, the man came out of the window of Arabella's room. Suddenly he was struck with a sword that led to his neck.
" A.. Whahuh? who??" ask Ashton in shock
" Vice chairman? that you?" demian asked in shock to see Ashton out of the window of Arabella's room
" Why are you here??" ask Ashton and Demian at the same time
" Huss don't be noisy ! you can wake Miss Arabella !" demian spoke slowly
" You're also noisy!" exclaim Ashton
Demian takes Ashton to the back garden of Reese's mansion.
" Separ-chairman Ashton why are you here?" demian asked in an introductory tone
" I. I ..
" Nights through the window of an unmarried girl's room? what do you want to do, huh??" ask Demian
" Please don't get me wrong, I'm used to going up to Abel's window. But, this is the last time.. " Ashton explained nervously
" WHAT?? you're used to going into the lady's room that way?" Demian was shocked
" If your majesty knew, she would be furious. Even locking Miss Arabella in her house is not good, it is not good. Does Mr Ashton have any hidden intentions on Miss Arabella? " inner Demian was worried
" Yes, that was my habit from childhood. So, I'm used to it. But, this is the last time. Can you not tell anyone what you saw today? especially Peter and Captain Ethan ?" ashton said persuading
" Ah ? why do you want me to keep it a secret? are you afraid of being scolded by Captain Ethan and Mr Peter??" demian asked with a mischievous smile
" Stop ! why are you here too? I'm more surprised by your motives?" ask Ashton suspiciously
" that.. " Demian spoke stammeringly
" How is this ? your majesty told me to watch over Miss Arabella secretly, but I was found out. I can't say it !" inner Demian
" He was a bodyguard and a close friend of the prince. What's he here for? he must have been told by the "inner prince of Ashton
" Don't say it, I won't ask you again. So, you also have to keep this a secret from everyone, Deal ?" ashton asked as he extended his hand to shake hands
" Well, I agree vice-chairman "Reported Demian while shaking hands with Ashton
" You promised, you can't tell anyone. Well then I'll go home" Ashton said
" Be careful on the vice-chairman's path" Demian said as he waved his hand with a silly face
Demian sees Ashton walking away from Reese's residence and riding his horse.
" Seeing her reaction she must have known what I was here for? why do I look at him like a jealous man? never mind, I should immediately go to the palace and report it to your highness" Demian muttered
***
The Palace garden..
Aiden was sleeping in the grass of the park, looking up at the sky with a happy face.
" The sky tonight is so beautiful, the weather today is so beautiful too" Aiden muttered to himself
" Basic people in love! Though today all day the weather is very cloudy, and your majesty says the weather is beautiful? love can really make people weird. Even for people who always attach importance to logic and logical thinking like a noble, only this time I saw him become a STRANGE person because of the love of "inner Lorenzo astonished with the look of a face not understanding
" Lorenzo ? why are you keeping quiet? are you cursing me in your heart?" ask Aiden suspiciously
" What do you mean, your highness? where dare I curse your majesty haha "Lorenzo laughs awkwardly
" Even in your heart, you must not curse me ! beware if it gets caught !" exclaim Aiden as hell
" Now the noble looks like a teenager who is lashing out "the inner Lorenzo feels funny
Demian came and respected Aiden.
" How ? what the hell is he doing? is he asleep? Is she okay?" ask Aiden enthusiastically
" Miss Arabella had a good night's sleep in her room, but .. " Diamond looks hesitant
" Do I have to tell you about Mr. Ashton who went into Miss Arabella's bedroom while she was sleeping? It seems that lying is better, but if I get caught lying I can be sent again to Londo by the noble "inner Demian
" Damian ! why don't you continue your report!" exclaiming Aiden looked suspiciously at Demian
" Su. is done, the report is done, nothing happened, everything is fine. Safe under control !" Demian forced his smile
" As for you to return to Londo, TOMORROW, Demian. I just need Lorenzo here !" said Aiden while smiling with a grin
" What? your Majesty but what's my fault?" ask Demian not understand
" You're still asking what's your fault? You better just tell me your report correctly, Demian" said Lorenzo in surprise
" I will say your Majesty. In fact, Miss Arabella had fallen asleep in her room, but the vice-chairman of the White Knight went into Miss Arabella's room quietly through her bedroom window "behind Demian honestly
" In the end I'm honest, never mind that I was sent again to Londo, and I'm going to part from Lorenzo's "sad inner Demian.
" WHAT ? are you serious Demian? you saw her yourself ?" ask Aiden firmly
" Right, my majesty, I even thought the vice-chairman was the kidnapper until he raised my sword to his neck. I was also surprised to see the vice chairman there !" lang Demian
" Then, what was he doing in his room?" asked Aiden with an introductory tone
Demian told me everything that happened to Aiden. Aiden now feels convinced after hearing the story of his bodyguard about Ashton, that Ashton also likes Arabella as much as he does. The prince then put Ashton as his rival as well.
" peace your majesty, you must remain confident. Didn't Miss Arabella choose you? " ask Demian persuaded the jealous prince
" Demian's right, Your Majesty, you've already won from those who will pursue Miss Arabella. I also believe that Miss Arabella is a loyal girl and only likes her noble ones. So, your majesty has to believe in him, right? " said Lorenzo
" What you all say is true, I believe in Naomi, but I don't believe in those men" Aiden said grimly.
" Yes, I don't believe the man either hehe" Demian said with an awkward smile
" I have to how? now many men crave Naomi, and want to be her partner. How can I not be jealous? I had to move quickly to be mine, so that other men wouldn't look at her. But, he was still too young and he did not seem to want to rush "Aiden said in his heart full of anger
***
That night at the palace, Count Oscar secretly meets the Queen where they always meet.
" What do you want to say? hurry ! " exciting the Queen
" Her Majesty the queen, you must remember your promise to be my niece as crown princess" Oscar said unequivocally
" of course I remember, then what do you want to ask me to meet?" ask the Queen annoyed
" I invite you to meet at a time like this because it is very important, I heard that the crown prince will definitely choose Arabella Naomi De Reese as the crown princess. Her Majesty the queen knows, right? if the crown prince had fallen for the duke Reese's daughter?" ask Oscar
" Yes I know, and then what do you want me to do?" ask the Queen
" Wouldn't want us to run plan C" Oscar replied confidently
" are you crazy? that plan you said could ruin the crown prince's image !'" exclaims the Queen is upset
" Oh so so so? so the queen disagrees with my plan? if it's a matter of the crown prince's reputation I can help fix it. Even after they get married, it will disappear on its own. Does your majesty not want to help me?" oscar looked at the queen with sharp eyes
" Damn it, he threatened me so many times ! if it wasn't for him knowing my secret and our past cooperation, I wouldn't have helped him either. It was as if he was commanding me like this. I'm the Queen !" inner Queen is upset
" Alright I agree, but you mustn't hurt the crown prince in the slightest !" the Queen warned
" Let's calm, I can't hurt a loved one by my nephew. I will execute this plan neatly "Oscar smiled wickedly
" it's great to see the great queen kneeling before me, if it weren't for that secret I wouldn't have been able to do anything. After Claire becomes Queen, I will execute my plan to exterminate all of the Reese family, especially the Herald de Reese! " the inner Oscar is full of anger and resentment
" okay. You execute that plan tomorrow" the Queen said as she walked away
" It is with great pleasure that "Oscar smiles happily
****
The next day, because the king fell ill, the king's leadership and duties would be transferred to the crown prince. And Eugene became very busy because of her, he did not even have time to supervise the final crown princess test. Eugene continues to complain to Liam because he is getting busy now, even though he is eager to see Arabella in the final test of the crown princess election. Although in his heart he had intended and planned to choose the girl, although Arabella did not pass the test later.
All the candidates for the crown princess entered the Queen's palace, except for Arabella who had not yet appeared.
" Today uncle said he would plan something for the girl? what's it like?" inner Claire thinks
" Alright, are all the princesses present?" ask the Queen firmly
" Her Majesty the Queen, forgive me. But, miss Arabella has not come" Claire interjected
" Her Majesty the Queen, that's not true ! miss Arabella has come, she is already in front of me looking at her" Megan said defending
" Want to take Abel down? don't dream you !" inner Megan
Shortly thereafter Arabella came to the queen's palace with a grim face and her clothes were full of dirt. All eyes looked at him in astonishment.
" This must be her !" inner Arabella upset
Claire smiled with satisfaction at Arabella's messy appearance.
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