Meeting The Sultana [Prt.1 COMPLETED]

CHAPTER 8

There was a long silence until the Sultana herself spoke and asked questions.

"So, have you been reading those magazines and newspapers before?". She asked tyrannically. I looked at the papers I had laid down and answered the Sultana.

"Yes, I can't do anything during the hours you're not here Sultana Aleziana. So I just amused myself. And, I'm sorry if I tampered with the materials here.". I refer to magazines and newspapers and look across the library.

This is probably the most extensive and largest library I have seen in my entire life. There are beautiful and large containers of various books, almost all of the books here are probably books that exist all over the world. So many books and so well organized.

"You don't have to apologize Mr. Ferderico, I didn't fulfill the time we were supposed to study so there's no problem with what you did". She said clearly. I just nodded and adjusted my stance

"Thank you". I said.

"Everything you've read in those magazines and newspapers Mr. Ferderico is true. But you have nothing to worry about. Only people with bad intentions are punished. And I'm sure you're not a traitor and a bad person. Is that right? ". I swallowed and nodded.

"Yes, you can count on me Sul-". She interrupted what I was saying and spoke.

"Now tell me if you have any bad intentions Mr. Ferderico. Because if I can prove or see something wrong with your actions you already know what will happen to you. You have already talked to my General and before you go here you know my policy ". She stated authoritatively.

I took a deep breath and held on to the neck tie I had.

"I didn't know your policy or rules within this kingdom Sultana Aleziana before I came here. But I'm sure I have no bad intentions or anything that will offend you. I came here honorably and with pure intentions" . I said. I tried to speak properly and say what I wanted to say without stuttering.

I don’t want her to suspect me. Because now, from where I stand, her eyes are focused on me, watching and studying my every move. Observing whether I am telling the truth.

I was nervous then and still am. My hands were cold and my knees were shaking a bit in the presence of the Sultana. This is a bad decision.

"Good then Mr. Ferderico. If what you're saying is true I'm sure you can get out of here alive". She said. I could feel the sarcasm in her voice. Even though I'm not comfortable with the tension between the two of us, I still tried to smile to hide the nervousness I was feeling.

I just nodded at her. There was another long silence, and for now, I started the conversation.

"This Library is very nice Sultana Aleziana. I keep wondering how many books there are here".I stated. I looked at her. Her face was hidden, and her eyes were covered with a see -through cloth. I can hardly see any detail in the entire physical appearance of the Sultana.

It's only now that I regret that I accepted Habriel's offer. If I only knew that what I was going to do was so hard and dangerous, I would not have traded my life for a money.

"It's not the only Library within my kingdom Mr. Ferderico. I have four libraries and I have a total of one million books. Is the detail I said enough to answer your question?.". She asked. I scratched my neck because of how awkward we talked.

Do we always have to be formal or is this how the Sultana really talks?

"Sure. Thanks for answering my question, but you don't have to call me Mr. Ferderico all the time Sultana Aleziana. Just call me Caio, if it's okay with you?". I asked politely

I knew I was going to lose because I didn’t know what emotion she was showing or even any facial expression. And thanks to the Hijab covering her face. A big hurdle. I can't even see her eyes.

"I haven't done the thing you're asking Mr. Ferderico. I haven't talked to anyone informally. Everything for me is formal, what I show gestures and speech to others is my way of talking professionally. So if you don't get angry, I'll still call you by your last name. ". She stated. I closed my eyes a few times and nodded in realization.

"I apologize Sultana Aleziana". I said weakly.

"You were very formal when you call me, so that's what I should do Mr. Ferderico. Do you have any questions or concerns before we start? Because time is important to me and I don't waste it on useless conversations. ". She said rudely. But no matter how rude what she said, her beautiful voice could not be removed from my ears.

Even though her behavior is so rude, it's okay because the tone and sound of her angelic voice softens my heart. Her voice is very beautiful but it has a mixture of venom.

Every word matters, every sound is an honor to hear. She was a Sultana. Rude but she has something to brag about. You can tell by the way she speaks that she is highly educated. She was a wise Sultana.

"There is, Sultana Aleziana. I'm sure this question is connected to what we're going to study so I hope my question won't be reduced to your precious time.". I stated. She started walking towards the long table and sat down in a nice chair.

As she sat down I saw her very shiny heels.

"You can now ask. Please sit down". She commanded me and pointed to the chair right in front of her.

The two of us were so far apart, she was five meters away from me and I was sure I had to raise my voice just so she could hear what I have to say.

As soon as I sat down I looked at her, she was so beautiful and amazing to look at. She is like a diamond that shines, a diamond that hides under fabrics.

"Why do you want to learn how to paint? That's my first question Sultana Aleziana. Please don't get me wrong but I need to know your reason so that I can have a basis for our four -day study". I said politely.

I could feel her looking at me but I couldn't see right in her eyes if she was looking at me. Everyone is right, she is a hidden and very sacred Sultana who is admired and loved by all.

I didn’t see any detail in her physical appearance because of the dress that was big and the fabrics that covered her.