Royale : Leonor, Princess of Asturias And Prince Or Princess ??

part 2

**Chapter 2: The Unexpected Reunion**

The months since Alryana had moved to Norway had stretched on endlessly for Yn, each day a reminder of her absence. He missed her fiercely—her laughter, her unwavering support, and the unspoken understanding that only twins could share. Though his duties kept him occupied, his thoughts often wandered back to the carefree days of their childhood, filled with secret adventures and whispered confidences.

One crisp autumn afternoon, Yn meandered through the palace gardens, seeking solace in the familiar scents of blooming flowers and the rustling leaves underfoot. The gardens had always been his sanctuary, a refuge from the weight of his royal responsibilities. Lost in his thoughts, he was jolted from his reverie by a voice that, after months of silence, felt like a melody from his past.

"Yn! Is that really you?" The voice, laden with disbelief and joy, carried an emotional weight Yn recognized all too well.

Yn turned abruptly, his heart leaping. There, standing before him, was Alryana—her face aglow with a radiant smile and her eyes shimmering with tears. For a moment, Yn could hardly believe it was her, standing there as if she had never left.

"Alryana!" Yn’s voice caught in his throat as he closed the distance between them in an instant, pulling her into a tight embrace. The familiarity of her presence and the warmth of her hug brought an overwhelming sense of relief. "I can’t believe it’s really you. What are you doing here?"

Alryana pulled back slightly, wiping her tears with the back of her hand. "I couldn’t stay away any longer, Yn. I missed you so much. I missed home, the palace, everything about our family." Her voice wavered, revealing the depth of her homesickness.

Yn felt a rush of emotions—joy, relief, and a profound sense of completeness that had been missing since her departure. He realized how empty the palace had felt without her presence, how her absence had cast a shadow over his life. Standing together in the garden, they embraced the comfort of their unexpected reunion.

As they walked through the familiar pathways, the conversation flowed effortlessly. Alryana shared stories of her life in Norway, the tranquility she had found, and the peace she had discovered in her solitude. Yn listened intently, savoring each detail, each glimpse into the life his sister had led while they were apart.

Yet, beneath Alryana’s stories of serenity, Yn noticed a shadow in her eyes—a sadness that lingered despite her smile. It was as though she carried a burden she couldn’t fully set down, even amidst the idyllic isolation of Norway.

"Alryana," Yn said gently, stopping to face her. He took her hands in his, his gaze earnest. "You don’t have to carry this burden alone. I’m here, always. We’re in this together, as siblings and as family. Whatever comes our way, we face it side by side."

Alryana looked at him, her eyes brimming with unshed tears but also with gratitude and a flicker of hope. "Thank you, Yn. You’ve always been my rock, my anchor in this stormy sea of royal life. I don’t know how I managed all this time without you."

Yn smiled softly, squeezing her hands. "You are stronger than you know, Alryana. But you don’t have to face it all alone. We’ll figure it out together, like we always have."

As they stood beneath the soft glow of the setting sun, Yn felt a renewed sense of hope. Their sibling bond remained unshaken, undiminished by distance or time. They had faced numerous challenges before, and together, they could confront whatever lay ahead.

Walking back to the palace hand in hand, Yn felt the weight that had settled in his chest since Alryana’s departure begin to lift. The palace, once echoing with what was missing, now felt whole again with her return. And Yn knew, deep in his heart, that as long as they had each other, they could face any challenge the world might bring.

As night enveloped them in its comforting embrace, Yn and Alryana walked in step, ready to face the future together, united by the unbreakable bond of family.