Sofia the First: Father

Chapter 30: Wait, What?

(Author's Note: Things take a rather 'explicit' turn half way through, hope it doesn't offend. If you are sensitive to such material, please stop at the extra warning below and skip to the following page. Don't like it? Then don't read. Thanks everyone.)

When Ethan finally arrived back inside the castle, he headed strait for the livng room where he found his father chatting with the families, "And he- Ah, there he is!" Johnathan smiled, "How was the walk?" Ethan was confused by this, so his father gave him a subtle look, which made him realize he meaning, "Rather refreshing," He Replied. Roland then spoke up, "Well, Ethan, now that you're here, I've decided to come clean about something. We've been talking for around half an hour now, and seeing you all reunite with one another after so much time has passed... has made me and the kids feel rather left out...". "Oh, Rollie..." Miranda frowned, "Why didn't you tell us earlier?". "So that's why you looked so depressed earlier," Ethan frowned. "Depressed?" his mother asked "What do you mean, sweetie?". "Over breakfast, he had his head burried in his hands, and was almost COMPLETELY mute," Ethan explained. He then turned to face the King himself, "A man never hides his emotion from those he loves" he told him, "You told me that yourself". The King could only sigh in embarrassment, "I did, indeed. I don't even know why I'm making such a big deal about it, How very foolish of me...". "So... what were we talking about?" Amber Asked "Something about reuniting?", "Ah, yes, Amber," Her father Replied "I've been thinking in the back of my head the entire time we were talking, and i've come to the conclusion... that it's time for the entire Royal Family to come together at long last". Everyone Gasped "Really daddy!?" Amber Asked with excitement, "Yes i am" Her father Replied happily "A true family reunion, including MY father". While the King was telling everyone about what he had planned, Ethan couldn't help but think to himself "Where in the hell is Loreli? wasn't she supposed to magically appear earlier or something?". Just then the Queen brought the King aside "I don't think this is a good idea, Rollie..." She Frowned "If Johnathon finds out about your father... he'll go crazy". "I know, honey..." Roland Sighed "But i think it's about time for the two to meet during the party i've planned. Besides, my father is getting on, and hostility isn't in his nature; never has been, never will be. It's about time he came over to see us all, the last time that happened was when James and Amber were toddlers". The Queen Sighed "Alright, but PROMISE me nothing bad will happen", "I promise" Roland assured her. The King and Queen then turned back to face the others "As i was saying. In case you all were wondering, the ball i'll be hosting will NOT be as big or a fancy as Ethan's Debut. All members of the family and the residents of Enchancia will be the only ones attending". "Can't wait" Ethan Smiled, "It's about time i finally meet the ENTIRE family, i only met your sister and mother". "I know" Roland Smiled in return "I simply can't wait for you, your brother and sisters to finally meet your grandfather at long last!", "Well" Johnathon Decleared grabbing a newspaper "You'd better get started on the invitations", "That i wil, John" Roland Smiled and he went off to behin writing letters, the first few were addressed to his family while most were addressed to V.I.Ps of Enchancia. Meanwhile Ethan and his father were conversating, talking about what happened to them when they were seperated all those years ago. "So... what was the last thing you remember when 'IT' happened?" Ethan Asked with concern, "I remember... those large strange ghostly figures all pointing strait at me, then out of nowhere... an extremely bright flash of light surrounded me. The next thing i know... i'm in the middle of absolute nowhere, and that is everything that happened... the fact that i had lost everything... brought me to tears every single day...". "I'm so sorry, dad..." Ethan Frowned with sorrow "And THAT'S where you've been all these years? Sofia and mother have only been living here for 2 years", "Suprizingly, it's our third" Miranda informed him. "Anyway, Sofia has had many adventures in those past 3 years, she and mother have had QUITE the journey from Villagers to Royals". "Your mother already told me everything this morning, and i'm so proud of them. Including you" Johnathon Smiled proudly. Throughout the rest of the evening, Ethan's entire family bonded together, talking about the past and what Sofia and Miranda had got up to recently. Eventually the clock struck 8, and everyone knew very well what that ment "Goodness, look at the time" King Roland Decleared "Alright everyone, i think it's time for bed". Sofia let out a berif sigh "We were having so much fun, dad", "I'm... right here, darling" her father Said awkwardly. "Oh, sorry" Sofia Said sheepishly "I ment 'Royal' dad", Johnathon realized what she ment and chuckled slightly "Don't worry, cupcake, we have the whole of tomorrow ahead of us", but Roland didn't feel the same. After the children had all gone to bed, Miranda had something she need to discuss with Roland "Is it... alright if me and Johnathon... sleep together tonight? Just this one time". The King's heart sank "Uh... of course" He Said, trying to compose himself, he then quickly retreated to his room without saying another word. "Uh... i..." Miranda stuttered in surprize, but she decided to just turn around and walk away to find the true love of her life.