“And what about you? What about your dreams? He is an arrogant King; he will not let you work after marriage. You know all the rules and regulations of the Royal family. How will you manage the duty of a queen when you don’t know anything about it?”
I gave her a sad look, smiled, and told her, “Maybe Sister my destiny wants this, so let it be, and about my dreams will speak to him. I hope he will understand, or else I will forget about them. For me, my family’s happiness is more important than my dreams.”
She gave a nod and stood up and started walking, but then turned around and said, Ara you still can say no to him, and don’t worry, I will say sorry to him and get married to him, but I don’t want you to go through all these things because of me.”
I smiled at her. I know she loves me so much and will do anything for my happiness, but she also knows the rules of royalty. Now I am his. Once a king chooses someone, that person becomes his, and nothing can change that thought.
I Said, “No, sister, now it is my problem, and I will deal with this. And you know now that nothing can be done. I am all his.”
She nodded and left the room.
I sat on my bed and started thinking about where my life was taking me and how I would manage everything.
God, please help me by saying, I close my eyes.
As I opened my eyes, sun rays were shining in my room, and I heard the chirping sound of a bird. I padded towards the window while greenery nourished my vision.
Greenery always gives me peace of mind.
Then suddenly, yesterday’s events floated in front of me, and a lone tear escaped from my eye.
‘I don’t know where life is taking me. Though I strongly believe everything happens for good, somehow, I don’t see any good yet. Perhaps we should wait and watch. I looked up at the beautiful sky. Closing my eyes, I pray and leave everything to God. I know whatever he decides will be best for me.
I opened my eyes and went to the bathroom to take a shower.
After the shower, I got ready for the office, but then I noticed my phone was ringing. I noticed the call was from an unknown number. I picked up the phone.
ME: Hello
AZAR: My Queen
ME: I again heard the deep, husky voice, which I cannot forget even in my dreams. I just replied, Hmm.”
He did not say anything for some time, so I cleared my throat to let him know I was online.
AZAR: I know you are there, My Queen.”
ME: I blush hard with this new name of mine. My Queen… However, I say nothing.
Shivya: “I like this pink colour on your face.”
ME: Instantly, my eyes search here and there. ‘ How does he know I am blushing?
Nonetheless, something is happening in my stomach, but I don’t know what. Is my stomach upset? Maybe…’
AZAR: “I want to meet you. See you at Cafe Espresso in an hour,” and hang up.
ME: He hangs up on me? Like really? He hangs on me… Dude, this guy needs to learn some manners, huh?
I looked at the time. I will not be able to go to the office if I have to meet him. Anyway, I need some time to clear my thoughts; hence, I called my senior and asked for two days’ holiday due to some personal reasons, which he happily granted.
Well, he must be a workaholic; I hardly take holidays.
I notice myself in the mirror and decide to change my clothes from formal to casual. After getting ready, I went down to the dining area and noticed Grandpa, Mom, Father, and Sanya sitting while having their breakfast.
Looking at them, I wish them good morning, to which they reply.
I sat on my chair, poured the juice into my glass, and started drinking. I was tapping my heels, as I wasn’t getting any idea how to tell them about the call from Azar. It’s all new to me. I was fidgeting with my fingers and thinking about starting the conversation, but Grandpa beat me before I said anything.
“Princess, what time are you going to meet Azar?” He asked casually, as if it were no big deal. I gave him a look like, How come he knows? So he smiled. “Azar called me to ask permission to meet you.”
Hearing this, a small smile crept across my face.
How arrogant this guy must be, but he understands the value of family.
“I am just leaving Grandpa.”
I finished my juice and started walking, but Sanya spoke: “Why are you in a hurry? Have your breakfast, at least.”
My smile did not wave off her caring nature. “No, sister, I am not hungry.”
Grandpa held my hand and gave me an apple and said, “At least this you can eat in the car,” to which I nodded yes and went outside towards my car.
The driver opened the door for me, and we left for the Cafe.
I reached the cafe on time. I notice him sitting at the corner table, wearing shades, and doing something on his mobile.
I walked to him and cleared my throat to make my presence known.
“I know you came, My Queen; please have a seat.” ‘Does this guy have eyes on the backside as well?’ As if he read my thoughts and replied,
“Yes, I do have eyes on my backside as well, and being King, I need to be alert all the time.” He finally looked at me while taking off his shades, and I froze again.
He is wearing a jeans tee and jacket, and he is looking hot, like hot and spicy (see, I told you before he is a hot piece of meat;)