Thread: To Save A Kingdom - [Haruchai and Verikatt]

Princess Kaitlin was happy that the lessons with her tutor were over. She could have cared less how many lines a sonnet was suppose to have in it since she wasn't planning on composing any. That's what a bard was for. She'd have much preferred to be watching the warriors train. She loved to see their muscles glisten in the sun and hear the thud of any blows that slipped past their guards. Kaitlin stood up and turned around slowly, making sure her face was in a neutral position. She did allow a smile to cross her face when she saw her father. She moved towards him with more speed than a princess should move but she didn't care. Kaitlin smiled up at her father, automatically assuming that the Champion was there to guard him. Father! I am so glad to see you. What brings you out on a day like today? Isn't it glorious? Please don't say I have to go in already. Kaitlin leaned in closer to her father and added a whispered plead of and don't make me go back to my lessons today. She looked up at her father with a look that was a mixture of adoration and pleading. This look had served her well over the years and she hoped it would serve her well this time. Much to her surprise, the King took a step back from her and crossed his massive chest. Your wish is my command Princess. While that was what she wanted to hear, she knew that her father had given in far to easy and she looked at him with suspicion. King Stephan dismissed the tutor with an imperial wave of his hand. After she had left she looked down at his daughter. May all your demands be as easy to follow Princess. It was Kaitlin's turn to take a step back and look at her father. He never gave in that easily. King Stephan suddenly let out a hearty laugh and punched his Champion on his arm. Look at her Braxxus. She is at a loss for words. I didn't think that was possible! After his laughter had subsided somewhat King Stephan smiled down at his daughter. I have dismissed your tutors for awhile and you shall have plenty of fresh air. Am I not a good father? I was going to wait until later but since you wish to have this fresh air, you may start tomorrow on your journeys. You shall go throughout my kingdom and invite the royals to our upcoming festival. You shall not delegate this responsibility to anybody else. When it looked like Kaitlin would say something her father held up his hand for her to wait. You are very precious to me Kaitlin. This will not be an easy task to accomplish but I know you will do it. I will be sending Braxxus, and only Braxxus, with you as your guard. Listen to him. He will keep you alive. King Stephan finally uncrossed his arms and pulled his daughter to him but didn't speak right away. After awhile, his hands went up to stroke her long hair and he finally spoke low although Braxxus was close enough to hear. You are very beautiful Kaitlin. You remind me so much of your mother when I first met her. There will be many who will try to convince you to have relations with them. Use your judgment as best you can and if in doubt consult Braxxus. He might seem like a brute but remember he is a male brute and as such understands the needs of men. If anybody gives you problems he will take care of them. Your mother and I love you so much but it is necessary for you to make this trip. Princess Kaitlin looked at Braxxus and then started to walk around him in a similar manner that her mother had done just moments before. Her nostrils flared out as she inhaled his scent and part of her thrilled at such a fine specimen. Finally she stopped in front of him and stared up at him. Father, will I have a maid with me or is Sir Champion also to fulfill that role on our journey.