he ministers he could see is not satisfied with the way things work in the castle. One thing he could not agree with the King is the lack of strength in the militia. The military stren

ds in sessions which did lessen up the attacks but it was still a problem to be solved. On the other hand h

wly lifted from there. "What about the one we caught?" Nicholas asked looking around the room there was nothing out of ordinary except for a wooden table and some chairs which lay down toppled on the floor. His friends shook his head in disappointment, "He and his wife is just a keeper they were kept in the dark about the whole condition. The only thing they did was provide meals once a day and pass on the kids in the carriages." "Still to think they would do all these without feeling even a li

happening here. He sighed shaking his head, "Bring them to the castle first then we will decide." Aldrich walked close to his horse, "Will the king be alright with this decision? We can always ask the temple to look after them." Nicholas changed his mind and decided to bring the children to the temple first they looked famished. I will ask the Quee

ing back to his home with his two knights riding behind him. He was glad Ciaran and Aldrich decided to stay with him in Rante to be his knights. He could rely on their support on different places. What bothered him is t

" Nicholas barely had time to turn around and opened his arms to catch her. The little princess came running and jumped towards him. She gave her bright laugh looking at him. He patted her head while holding her in his arms. Her maids finally caught up to her panting they bowed down to the prince first, "My lady please do not run you might hurt yourself." Rosaline looked at them to her brother he gave a grin trying to hide herself. Nicholas pulled cheek, "So you have been running away aga

ead quickly in denial, "She is no trouble at all. Rather she makes me happy with her smile." "Will you be joining us today in lunch you have been really bust these days." Regina inquired hoping for a positive answer. "I am sorry your highness I have to leave for an inspection after reporting to father." Nicholas stood straight with a reply. She looked disappointed in his answer, "I wish you would at least join us for tea in the evening Rosaline would love to have you with us." "I would try to be present on time your Highness." He bowed to her before

he dismissed it from his mind and reported the whole incident. "They dared to kidnap even children in Rante." The king looked thoughtful instead of furious. He had the anger in his face but it did not stay for long rather he went to thinking about something else. "Svero I need you men to go for the night watch again." Sir Svero sighed, "I do not get enough rest even when I am promoted." She groaned while walking out of the office. Nicholas took this chance as an initiative, "Your Highness we nee

hing until Prince arrives alright?" Her face turned sad at the news but she put on a determined face and looked the table. It was not long before there was a knock on the door. Maria announced the Prince inside. He wore his uniform and bowed as a greeting. Rosaline ran to hug him. Nicholas picked her up with a smile. Regina looked at the prince with a smile the little teary bo

her piece?" Rosaline smiled holding her plate. Maria quickly walked to her with a handkerchief in her hand. She erased the crumbs and gave some cookies to her. "Brother you must have some more cookies it yummy." Her cheek became full while eating the biscuits. Nicholas smiled and took a one of the cookies she was asking him to try. "The king is thinking of having a crown princess selecti

esent situation is getting serious. There are rebels now in the court." She looked at the prince trying to read his expression. "They are expecting to have a powerful marriage alliance." Nicholas tried to avoid the topic, "It might be difficult at this time. I will be busy with the new recruits soon." Although he was speaking to the Queen his attention was grabbed by the little

o talk the more the prince moved away and gave shorter answer. She finally thought if giving it up to another plan, "Would you like to escort us to the rose garden Nicholas?" The sudden use of his name made him look at her. He nodded and got up to walk to the rose garden. 'A line came poking in his head it is late, is it alright to walk this late at night?' She took Rosaline in her lap and walked towards with him a few of her maids and Rafael following them a few steps away. The little princess stayed quiet for a while but as soon as they entered the gate she jumped from the Queens

bush. She ran here and there looking for the rose she wanted. Finally after a few moments of running from here and there she picked out four colored roses like two red, a white and a pink. She ran to the Queen and gave it to her. She took one of the red rose and gave

the camp at her age. I am afraid she will be too spoiled here. I fear we might regret letting her become so carefree these days." She motioned Maria to come forward and passed Rosaline to her arms. Maria walked back to the castle with her. "She will need her brother to guide her someday." Nicholas smiled at the thought, "It will be my pleasure, your highness." Regina smiled but went serious the next. "Prince Nicholas in the upcoming days you will be pursued for marriage from different houses. These might make you have few

of the gazebo behind her. He looked stressed and exhausted. 'Maybe I put him into too much pressure.' She thought worried. "You can always ask for help in here." He smiled at her he could not find any reply coming out of his mouth; he just bowed down in respect. Regina nodded and l