This story which is set in the medieval times tells the story of Regina who is not your typical royal. Her life as a princess and all the troubles that she overcame fearlessly are told in detail. And her journey starts as she and her twin Finnegan a...
My grandmother and Lady Xevera went back, promising to come back and visit... but she left my father with a stern warning never to put Lady Absinthe above any of us.. Her child would still be illegitimate at the end...Amidst all the drama that went on at the castle, I was more focused on one thing: it was our birthday! Finnegan and I were turning twenty one! I was so excited. Father said he was going to throw a ball in our honor and I could not wait! It was the next day and the castle servants were busy and all our friends had arrived: Augustus, Helena and Berenice!. James had arrived from Gwaidth later that evening and we were attached to the hip!. I had missed him so much. We would go everywhere together. That evening, we were taking our usual evening stroll.. enjoying the evening breeze.... James was looking more nervous than usual. I asked "James what is the matter. You look nervous" He stuttered a bit and said "well...first I need to ask you something. Can you sit?" I agreed and we went to sit at the garden.. I was worried "James you must tell me!" He looked at me....and then...he went on his knees.. "James what are you doing?" I shouted.. "What i should have done a long time ago" he replied.. He brought out a ring.. it was a red diamond ring and circular in shape... "James....I..." "Please Regina...marry me.... let me be the man in your heart....I told you I was going to make you my wife the night I took your virginity and I intend to keep that promise. I love you.." I started crying as I presented my finger for him to put the ring in. After that, I arose and gave him a very passionate kiss... I giggled like a little girl and ran inside, leaving him with a smile on his face... "Mother!!" I yelled.. She was in the grand hall planning the ball when I burst in. "Mother!! It has happened!" I yelled. Mother's eyes widened with anticipation... She took me to her bed chamber and I broke the news to her. "James asked me to marry him! Here's the ring!" I yelped! She gasped took my finger to admire the ring... "Oh my sweet Birdie!" She said and pulled me in for a hug... "Have you told your brother? And father?" "Not yet! I want us to keep the surprise till tomorrow!" She giggled and kissed me on the forehead.. "Come.. we must finish the preparation! Everything is almost set!" She said as she dragged me along. ...that night I slept like a baby!! I couldn't wait for tomorrow.. The next day, I was woken up with trumpets and the sort. Tradition. I'm sure Finnie was suffering the same thing as I was. Through out that day, I was just too happy and excited...James and my father had gone out to hunt and Augustus was with Berenice, Helena and Finnie. They were in the gardens when I came to join them. "Your highness. You look rather excited. What has happened?"Helena asked. I sat down and responded "well...James finally asked me to marry him!" Finnie smiled "that sneaky chap! I told him to let me know when he had done it!" I gasped "you knew about this all along?" He responded "I even gave him ideas on the ring! Indeed I am very happy for you my dear sister". He kissed my forehead. Helena and Berenice were screaming wihh the excitement. "Dear God! It has happened! Finally! Augustus,you owe me two thousand shillings!!" Helena yelled. I merely shook my head... Finally night fell and it was time for the ball... I wore my gown and I looked exquisite if I do say so myself
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Mother came to my room and the both of us went downstairs to the grand hall for the celebration. It was packed and lively music was playing.. my friends saw me, screamed and ran to meet me. "REGINA!.. you look breath taking!!!" Berenice screamed. Helena said "I can't wait for you to announce your engagement!!" I smiled. It was a lovely time indeed..I couldn't help but feel like something bad was going to happen but I brushed it off as being anxious after all this planning. Finnie came out and he looked dashing. He came to meet me "Brother" "Sister" "You look amazing tonight Finnegan" He replied and said "as do you my lovely twin sister....although if I had been a girl, I would've been more beautiful" I playfully nudged him and said "don't be cheeky". We both went to grab some wine and started dancing. The music stopped and my father spoke up. "I would like to thank everyone for coming here today to celebrate the two people who bring me the most joy. Princess Regina and Prince Finnegan.. you have been a source of joy to your mother and I and to this kingdom likewise. I pray that God keep you, make you prosper and make the crown proud" The crowd responded "amen" The king raised his glass to toast and we all did the same.. My mother took over. "I would like to use this opportunity to finally break the news...My daughter the princess and James Coventry the Duke of Gwaidth will be set to wed in a month's time!" There was an eruption of thunderous clapping. We toasted and drank our wine....then the music continued... James and I were talking and dancing as the ball became more lively... "AHHHHH THE KING IS DOWN!" Everyone gasped. Finnegan and I pushed our way through the crowd to get to our father... he was on the floor, blood coming out of his ears and his eyes were bloodshot red... Luckily the royal physician was present so he was able to get to the king quickly... The guards carried him up to our bed chamber while the ball was dismissed immediately.. I was out of my mind... James tried his best to calm me down while we waited outside the king's bedchamber for the physician to tell us more news.. Maids rushed in and out of the room.. coming out with more bloodied sheets and linen.. surely that wasn't good news... "James I don't know what to do.. I don't want him to die" I said. As I cried into his chest.. Helena and Berenice were also by my side.. Augustus and Finnegan were trying their best to hold it in.. but I could see my brother's face... Tears ran down his face endlessly... My mother... my mother was going mad in her bedchamber and had to be put to sleep with some medicine which was administered by the physician... The physician finally came out. His coat was off and his sleeves was rolled up , he was sweating by his brows profusely... "Your highness......" He looked into my eyes and uttered those words which no one wanted and was ready to hear... "The king is gone"..... It was like something left me immediately...I didn't feel like myself at all...
