Adversity

III

4 years later....

"Charlie is just about to finish his military training! You can't force him to find a mate!" Type shouted in anger as he stood in front of the monarch

"Already, he joined the military soon after his 18th birthday to avoid the marriage, you can't expect us to delay this matter any longer.." The main monarch pointed out.

"How come no one was so excited about my marriage.." Man whispered in disappointment, which earned him glare from the Type and an amused look from the council members.

"Because Khun Man had applied for an artificial matchmaking system soon after his 18th birthday. We didn't have to worry about it..." One of the friendly looking council members pointed out.

"Khun Type, we accepted it when you decided to announce Charlie as successor even though your own bloodline has an alpha but you can't expect us to agree to all your decisions..." Another member said as he stood up.

Type was fuming in anger while Man tried to calm him, Type stood up and spoke, "My son will decide who he wants to marry and none of you are going to decide it for him! Never had and never will a prince be forced to marry just for political reasons!"

"I support Type, my parents didn't force me nor I will let my next generation be subjected to it.." Man spoke in support of Type.

"Khun Man! Khun Type! This is not about forcing! It's about our planet's future. Charlie is going to access the throne, he needs an omega by his side to support him and guide him like how Khun Type is supporting Khun Man.." The council members tried to explain themselves.

"I don't need an omega to guide me and support me, I need a partner not a babysitter... no offence Khun Man, khun Type..."

A bone chilling voice came from behind them, everyone turned around in surprise and saw Charlie standing near the entrance with a serious look on his face. He walks next to Man and Type gives them a node before facing the council members.

"Char... I mean Khun Charlie, what are you doing here?" The council member asked in surprise

"I decided to take a half day leave before the ceremony, to join you all for this important meeting..." Charlie had a smile. Man and Type look at Charlie in worry who gave him an assuring smile.

"Khun! If you don't mind, I want to talk to the council members alone..." Charlie requested, Type was about to deny but Man stopped him, "As you wish... we will wait for you outside.."

Once they left the meeting room, Type pulled his hand away and gave Man questions look, "Why did you let Charlie alone there? You know how cruel Council members could be?"

"Charlie needs to learn to face them by himself, also let's trust Charlie! I'm sure he knows what he's doing.." Man assured Type who looked towards the door in worry.

Meanwhile, inside, the smile from Charlie's face disappeared as he took the seat. He looked at each member calmly which was creeping them out as they always saw Charlie all happy and smiling.

"Khun Charlie, I hope you understand how we are doing this for the benefit of you and our planet.." One of the members spoke calmly as looks at Charlie

"By forcing me to take a mate? What benefit are you getting from this? Is the Siwat family paying for this offer? I hope it's enough for all this fuzz.." Charlie said sharply, startling few members

"What nonsense are you talking about?! There's no such transaction between us and the Siwat family.." The council member said in annoyance

"Ah! Then it's good... because if I find out..." Charlie pauses and smiles softly as he stares at the couple of members who turned stiff.