Harmful Smile 38 Lutess

The kingdom of Lyork was much smaller than the kingdom of Flanders. Its surface would cover only half of the kingdom of Flanders, but its population was much higher. Their main a.s.set was the Orichalc.u.m mines. They traded with all the countries nearby and enjoyed enormous wealth. It was a mining ground in the first place that also had many mines of diamonds, iron and bronze. The population lived there relatively well. The kingdoms of Flanders and Lyork had a similar policy, and this is probably the reason why, in part, the ruler of the kingdom of Lyork sought in priority an alliance with the kingdom of Flanders. Despite its small size, the kingdom of Lyork had never been too much worried by the neighboring countries because of its powerful and particularly well equipped army. The capital of the name of Lutess where the delegation went was only forty kilometers away. from the border and if no incident occurred they would be there tomorrow between twelve and fourteen o'clock. In order to get there, they would avoid large and medium-sized cities, political conflicts being in all countries, if the rebels or even extremists manifested themselves in a major city, the death toll could be dramatic. A colonel and twelve soldiers from the Lyork kingdom were waiting for them at the border and joined the delegation to guide them safely to the capital. Everyone, especially those who were not military and therefore unaccustomed to traveling and sleeping in various places to see outside were more than happy to arrive tomorrow.

Ayleen she was not so happy. "I wonder how the royal family, the n.o.bles and the ministers will accept us. I do not worry about the reception, the king will be present but then ... Ah so tiring. "

Peach was well aware that for a girl of Ayleen's age this job was much too heavy. "If sometimes you're depressed when you're here come and see me and we'll talk."

Ayleen wanted to teleport home because this time she was worried. "Do not worry, we'll go shopping and we'll walk together, I do not like big places like royal castles and I'm not going to lock myself up there. Not to come to see you is impossible because I know you will feel alone without me and because my cuddles and soft kisses will miss you fufufu."

Peach thought it was time to finally sleep. "Idiot, sleep."

Ayleen was playing the fool but would have trouble sleeping tonight. "Eh Peach, why did you choose adventurer? You can read and write and I saw that you were very good at calculating. Moreover, you have many acquaintances. One more thing, you wondered how n.o.ble women put on these dresses. But you managed to put them and a corset that I bought you without help and quickly. Where are you from exactly?"

Peach thought Ayleen was asking too many questions tonigh. "To worry makes you annoying Princess too curious. I chose Adventurer because I can live free and without constraint and for your other questions we will see if one day I am in the mood to answer you. "

Ayleen pouted "Anyway, I have a lot of things in mind. I'm going for a walk. See you tomorrow."

Towards twelve thirty they crossed the gates of the Lutess, and Ayleen's coach took the head escorted by the general of the kingdom of Flanders and the Colonel of the kingdom of Lutess. In a perfectly ordered formation the procession started its parade in the capital and began the ascent of the main avenue. It was agreed that Crown Prince Philéon Fiorès would wait for them on a large square to escort them personally to the castle. The city of Lutess had almost the same configuration as the city of Saxony. The houses were also very similar if only curiously the windows were square and not rectangular. Ayleen thought it was not very pretty. She who loved the beautiful thing was a little disappointed by these people from the capital of the kingdom of Lyork aesthetic sense non-existent and dubious tastes. They continued up the avenue to the large expected square on which a detachment of Royal Guards presented their arms, with In the center a young man of about seventeen to eighteen years old on horseback and two men of old age who seemed bored and woke up when they saw the delegation. The young man grinned and as far as ten feet from Ayleen's car, stopping, then dismounted. The coach also stopped moving and with the help of Lena who held her hand, she came down and walked to be greeted by the Crown Prince.

Ayleen seemed very comfortable but she was not at all. She arrived in front of the Crown Prince, bent his knees to greet him. "My best regards, Your Highness. We thank you for coming personally to receive us. I hope we have not made you wait too long. "

Philéon thought that this Princess, besides being particularly beautiful, knew the decorum and was therefore delighted. "My best regards, Your Highness. Rest a.s.sured, it was a pleasure to wait for the members of your delegation. Unfortunately, we are a little pressed for time, but will you be happy to spend some time with me when possible? "

Ayleen wondering if it was courtesy or if he wanted to charm her. "Of course, your Highness, it will be for me an honor and the greatest pleasure."

The delegation took the road and they arrived very quickly in front of the castle where they began to separate according to their social rank. Apart from Ayleen, the n.o.bles and ministers, no one else would be allowed to enter the throne room.

Ayleen was in no hurry to go out but servants of the castle were approaching. "Come, wish me good luck, I'm going to enter the arena."

Peach wondered how to give her confidence. "You exaggerate, they will not be so bad with their guests. I know you will make a very good impression."

They were led to the throne room where the eyes of those present were mixed. Some smiles were honest. Some did not seem concerned at all. Some looks were mocking. Some others were l.u.s.tful but some expressions contained only contempt or hatred. It was really a very dark atmosphere and especially heavy, Ayleen had the impression that to walk this long carpet to reach the place where they fell on their knees lasted an eternity. The king looked at the young Princess for a moment and considered that if her intelligence matched her beauty, she would be perfect for her eldest son. He will nevertheless discuss it with his son to get his opinion. He then turned his attention to the ministers and n.o.bles who were behind this Princess. He thought they represented their kingdom well. Their greeting was very well executed. Their port for arriving right in front of him was straight and although their heads were down, they were personable. They were the most important guests he had received since the beginning of his reign, making them wait longer would be a huge mistake.