Plethora Unraveled

Chapter 140: High Queen's Election Ceremony

Liam

We stand in clusters in front of the back entrance of what is to be the High Queen's Castle in anticipation of seeing the gardens or getting a glimpse of the castle. Everyone looks nice and dressed in their best informal attire.

A faux forest setting opens to reveal the lively gardens filled with shrubs, flowers, plants,  pavilions, and many paths. One could spend hours on end here.

Droids step forward and motion for the four groups to take different paths. As we walk down our assigned pathway, I notice lights strung throughout the trees and shrubs. Surely this place is amazing at night.

A reception area with finely decorated dining tables and a stage sits to our left. It is very elaborate and has a tea party charm to it. A stage rests in front of us.

Suddenly my breath is taken away by my beautiful mate.

Perfection at its finest.

She stands on the stage in between Johan and Lovely. She has a smile on her face, but I can't tell that this is difficult for her.

Per the laws put into place many years before we knew there was a High Queen, Ever had to make her selections all on her own. If I had known what we now know, we would have changed the laws surrounding a High King or Queen when we implemented the new laws. Unfortunately, we never considered that such a Plethorian existed.

Apart from the Guard, we couldn't help her decide; I wish we could have been part of the process. She couldn't discuss her choices with us; I know it has been troubling for her. I could see it all over her face but hopefully, she is relieved now.

She stands in front of the podium looking as nervous as ever. She waits as the droid adjusts the mic for her.

Adrienne slips her hand in my hand under the table, she seems just as nervous as Ever is.

"She can get through this," Ava whispers.

I'm not so sure, she looks as if she's about to cry.

"Your Highness," the droid says as he motions for Ever to speak closer to the mic.

Ever steps toward the mic.

"Hi, um I am addressing everyone today to announce my elections. I know that I can't possibly make everyone happy with my decisions but I hope that everyone can respect them. If I may ask please do not make any objections during and after this meeting."

Considering she looks completely nervous, she during great. I know this has to be a lot for her.

"I would like to start by announcing my chosen Ladies in Waiting, um please stand when I call your name."

A role similar to the Lady of Women, but they'll be her best friends, help her throw events, help with other things she needs, and be plethorians that she can confide in.

"Tessa Waldemar, Samantha Waldemar, Jolee Chevalier, and Joi Chevalier," Ever says as she smiles at them.

Interesting; Jolee and Joi will have dual roles. Hopefully, it isn't too much for them to handle and make others upset.

Johan seems pleased.

Unsurprisingly enough Jolee and Joi both smile back at her as if they are friends I guess the connection she made with them was good enough. At least she'll have women around her who are also her guards, they will help protect her until we can get to her if needed. If her decision was a direct result of mine, she made a good choice there.

"Please have a seat. This um, next role," Ever says and exhales, "I have decided to separate from the rule of Plethoria, meaning that these group of individuals will not answer to anyone, when it comes to their role, including myself," she says.