Royale: Infanta Sofia

Chapter 19: Courtship

Third Person's POV

As Lucas and Sofia sat together, their hearts laid bare and their souls entwined in a newfound understanding, Lucas couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude wash over him—a gratitude for the opportunity to finally lay his burdens to rest and embrace the truth that had been waiting for him all along.

Lucas pronounced, looking at the Infanta sincerely, "I'm glad to hear that Rohan is doing well. And Sofia, I... I want you to know that ever since we were teenagers, I've felt something for you. Through all the ups and downs, the misunderstandings and mistakes, my feelings for you have never wavered."

Sofia's eyes widened in surprise, her heart skipping a beat at Lucas's confession.

And yet, amidst the rush of emotions flooding through her, there was a profound sense of peace—a peace that came from knowing that she was not alone in her feelings, that the love she had held for Lucas all these years was reciprocated in kind.

"Lucas, I've loved you for so long, but I never dared to hope that you felt the same way and when you confessed I thought that you're just influenced by anger. To hear you say it now... it means more to me than you'll ever know." Sofia declared with the same sincerity as Lucas

With a hopeful smile, Lucas gazed into Sofia's eyes, his heart brimming with love and determination.

"Sofia, I've waited so long to ask you this... Would you allow me the honor of courting you properly? I don't want you to think that I'm making this quick for us, know that even if you say no, I'll still wait for you no matter what." Lucas asked politely

Sofia's eyes sparkled with joy as she reached out to take Lucas's hand in hers, her heart overflowing with happiness.

Sofia happily replied, tears welling in her hazel eyes, "Oh, Lucas, I would be delighted! Yes, I would love for you to court me."

And in that moment, amidst the gentle rustle of the leaves and the soft glow of the moon overhead, Lucas and Sofia sealed their agreement with a tender embrace, their hearts soaring with the promise of a future filled with love, happiness, and endless possibilities.

And as they sat together, basking in the warmth of their shared revelation, Lucas and Sofia knew that they were embarking on a journey unlike any other—a journey filled with love, understanding, and the promise of a future built on the foundation of their unbreakable bond.

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With a sense of excitement and anticipation, Lucas made his way to where his parents were, his heart pounding with nervous energy as he prepared to share the news that would change everything.

Entering the room where Prince William and Princess Kate were, Lucas took a deep breath to steady his nerves before speaking.

Lucas started, sitting across his parents, "Mom, Dad, I have something important to tell you."

Princess Kate looked at him with a curious expression, while Prince William nodded encouragingly, sensing the seriousness in his son's tone.

Prince William curiously asked, "What is it, Lucas? You can tell us anything."

Lucas took a moment to gather his thoughts before delivering the news that would surely make his parents proud.

"I wanted to let you both know that I am officially courting Sofia." Lucas happily declared, a smile was plastered in his face