The Grey Storm

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Belladonna of the Ball
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Isamiona got bathed and changed into a different ball gown, in celebration for first official Royal duty as Future Lady of the State. Wearing a Reginal gown inspired by her Eüya's First year as Lady of the State, it was not a puffy gown like the Rosemary women usually wear. Instead it was a choker dress in a crimson coloured dress with sequences, and a black satin attachable skirt that added volume.

Each ruler has a different style, inspired by their personalities and preferences. Her Eüya could pull off any kind of style, from famous designer name brands to traditional look. But Lady Lelï loved her puffy skirts, which made her look like a Goddess complimenting the height that she has. Isamiona was different, she loved clothing that fits her figure well and makes her stand out in any situation. All in all, Isamiona was satisfied with the outcome of the Monday meeting.

Watching the subject heads below her all lined up to congratulate her, sitting on the throne where her Eüya suppose to seated. There was a myth about the throne, it was to be said: that it was made out of the blood of the Sun dragons. If the lion heads will burn the wrists of the person who rest them upon it, then chances of being overthrown and assassinated is their ending demise.

Interesting, Isamiona thought to herself.

Iseul got burn in less than five minutes of sitting, from what Lady Marié told her. Elijah and Ethan was within two minutes. But Lady Dallia's twins, it did not burn them. That made Isamiona question herself for a while, rubbing her chin in deep thought. Something she would not say out loud, yet made sense. There were Ambassadors, Embassy Leaders, World Leaders and the Seven Secret Leaders of the Ancient worlds. All coming to see the new face on the throne, World Leaders congratulated her and gave her word of advice for when she becomes Lady of the State.

Some kissed her ring to show loyalty, others wouldn't, showing where their places are to the Malagarian loyalty. Lady Marié stood behind Isamiona introducing them to her, obviously her Eüya isn't here but is still watching. Isamiona watched the younger twins run up the stairs to greet her, Lady Marié got worried whispering low to Isamiona. "Her Young Ladyship, the Throne?"

"Don't, let me test something."

"Issa! They are not of age―" Lady Marié was hushed as Isamiona smiled upon seeing the twins coming to meet her, taking her wrists off the Lions armrest heads. "Syrah, I missed you!" Heon jumped on her lap, she scooped him into her arms. Kissing him all over his face, causing him to giggle. Hee hopped on her older sister's lap, receiving the same amount of kisses. Lady Marié put the crown properly on Isamiona's head, listening to her younger siblings talk about whatever their hearts' desired.

"Yes! Yes! The people bowed so low at us!" Heon told excitedly his tales of going out to the city with their Eüya, seeing the cities and towns. How lcal children ran alongside the limousine and how Heon wanted to play with them, Hee liked how she was carried on the guards' shoulders going through crowds. "It was so strange!"

"Maybe, because you two are Royalty." they looked at each other dramatically before gigging, "We not like Syrah," Heon said suddenly looking down at the people having fun. Isamiona looked at where he was looking, "But of course, you are. . .well, better."

Hyo watched the three of them from up far, she was happy that Isamiona got along with her younger siblings who were half blooded. She would love it if be the same with her boys. They had fun on the trip, but were overwhelmed with the palace life and customs of the Malagars. Even though they were confused about having two grandmothers from their stepfather, Hyo will ask Lady Mariè about that later on.