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” Then I shall thank you in advance. Just make sure to be safe.” Nikolai said seriously. She might be Just someone he hired as a tool to his plans but that did not mean he was uncaring. He still wanted her to emerge from this battle safe and sound and celebrate her victory.
Mira smiled at his words. She was touched. Rumours said that the second son was rude, arrogant and unfeeling. Every bad character was associated with him in the tabloids but after associating with him for a few days, she could say that everything was exaggerated. It was never a good idea to listen to gossip.
The man before her was nothing but caring towards her. He was not good at expressing himself but his few words would touch the depth of your heart.
” Are you worrying about me?’
” Of Course I have to worry about you, if you end up dead before the mission is completed, where will I get someone to replace you?” Nikolai replied with a smirk but Mira just smiled, she knew that wasn’t what it meant.
” Yeah sure.” She said, rolling her eyes at him.
The emcee took over the ceremony after the dance was over. He would be the one to preside over the swearing in of the new King. After testing the mic, he started,” To the King and commander in chief of the armed forces, the queen, the crown prince, the prime minister, the Ministers and every other person in attendance, good morning?”
” We are gathered here today to celebrate a big milestone in the governing of our state. Today, we are celebrating our new King. This day serves to end the era of one king and a start for another. Our country has been monarchical. Under the leadership of the Royal family, the State has seen much development and growth. The Royal family has stood up on their backbone to ensure that the citizens of this country have a better life compared to yesterday…”
The speech went on and on as the emcee recounted all development projects initiated by the government under the leadership of the King, what it has achieved and what is still lacking. Other members of the government were also called upon to give their speech.
Hours later, the mic was back to the emcee again. ” Now, it’s time for the next royal blood to take over the office and allow our current King who has recently been having health problems. This year, we are going to do things differently, let the show begin.” He said confusing people.
Then the arena was covered with darkness for a split second then a huge screen showing a swearing in speech lit up. But this time, it was not Justin being shown taking the vows. Instead, it was a petite woman dressed in a Royal Blue robe with diamonds embedded on it. There was a fiery red phoenix neatly embroidered on the robe making her look ethereal.
” I Miranda Sophia Reins, as the only remaining royal Princess, takes the oath, before God, my ancestors and my people, to safeguard and protect the sovereignty of our country. To help fight the rebels, to promote peace and Love among my people, to oversee development, to rule with justice, to promote public relations and work towards achieving an all round developed country, so help me God.” Her voice was crisp but full of authority. Her looks, demeanour and Aura was unquestionable. Nobody needed to doubt that the royal blood ran in her body.
The priest overseeing the swearing in then presented the royal crown to the King who then put it on the sworn in king as per tradition.
” I give you this crown, as a symbol of duty and responsibility. Protect our country and our people and uphold justice to all citizens.” The King said and Miranda kneeled down while the crown was put on her Head.
” I, Prince Justin of Royal blood by name, swear to stand by and support the newly crowned King. I pledge my loyalty to the Royal family.” Those were Justin’s words after Miranda received the crown.Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.
Back in the arena, everybody was beyond surprised but some had an idea what would be happening. Silence filled the whole arena and nobody dared to make a sound. So this was the mystery behind the secrecy of the ceremony. So now, They had a new King who was also a new face.
The CongressMan was the person beyond surprised. How could that be possible? How could the dump boy not be the royal Prince and successor of the crown. It was easy to snatch the position from him. He understood instantly that he was playing. The queen…
The queen had told him something about betrayal. Did that mean she knew all along but did not inform him so that she can eliminate him? How could he let that happen? He had painstakingly planned this for years, there’s no way he’ll let this slide. He had to think harder. Now, the little prince was useless to him. But not the King, if he could kidnap the king, he could Force that little girl to hand over the throne.
He slipped away from the arena without anybody seeing him. He made a call after he stepped out,” Change of plans, attack the castle now!” He ordered. It was a risky move but a big help if they succeeded to capture the palace. If he could take control of the castle and have the king in his hands, he could use the king’s life to threaten that little girl. She was a girl after all and couldn’t stand a chance on him or so he thought.
That particular moment he stepped out, mira called scar, the Head of the rebel group led by the queen. ” Do not take any orders from congressman, he betrayed us ” it was short but full of authority. Scar served the queen and only followed her instructions. The rebel group was divided into two, those led by Congress Man and the group led by the queen. Although the queen was the overall ruler, he did not have complete control of the rebels, especially the group led by the congressMan.
They were bound to clash somehow. The moment the orders were issued, the two groups obviously started arguing between each other resulting in a fight breaking out. Of Course the congressman was unaware of what was transpiring in the castle. He then caddesi the rebels around the arena to attack.
The broadcasting was over and the netizens, though surprised, were glad to have another king. Meanwhile, in less than five minutes, a fight broke out in the arena. The special army police in charge of the king’s safety rushed to protect the King. It didn’t help that the place was all crumbled.
The King was rushed to safety but the rebels were targeting him. It was also proving to be hard with the presence of other important figures from other countries and the business world.
The fight went on for hours. Kiel arrived on time with his army to aid in the protection of the King and the others. The arena had a safety passage that was built underground Incase of an attack. That was One of the reasons Why Miranda had chosen that place. It could allow the King and the others to leave safely.
In the crumpled path which was poorly lit, the King and the rest tried walking but at some point, the King couldn’t continue. With his poor health coupled with inhaling the dust in the path, he became breathless.