Thread: The Prince's Pursuit (MasterOfWhispers and Epicgirl)

It was a grueling journey but he was finally here. Standing about 6 foot tall with dark hair and emerald colored eyes and donning brass plated armor was Prince Charles Zerexia. It had been a harsh four year tenure as commander of the royal army the prince finally had the chance to return home after being honorably discharged. As he was riding his white steed ever so closer to the palace. Thoughts of a warm bed and a wonderful meeting filled the warriors princes heart with anticipation. He wandered what his mother and Father would say and plan upon his arrival in the throne room.... I'm getting married? Charles questioned surprise clearly being heard in his voice. At this both of his parents smiled down upon the prince pleasantly. The engagement feast is in fact tonight Charles. The Queen responded. She was clearly happy about this turn of events. But.. But... When?... How? Why? The Prince asked slightly stuttering as he asked. Really it was more a spur of the moment thing. The Kingdom of Meridia's princess has just reached marriageable age. After meeting with the King for our annual hunt. We both got to talking and we thought what better way to unite and strengthen our kingdoms then an arranged marriage? The King responded clearly not taking in the glare and anger of his son. But I just got back! We know and we are sorry to spring this on you when you returned. But an opportunity like this rarely comes along. Your marrying her whether you like it or not. The Queen stated in a commanding tone. The prince remained silent for a while. Not exactly liking this turn of events. During his tenure serving in the army and helping to guard the borders Charles barely had a chance to sneak away to a local town or brothel and bed some of the finest women. With the engagement at hand he would no longer had a chance. He had to do something. Well Son as you can see we still have lots of work to do the rest of the day. Meetings to convene and decrees to go. Anything else you have to say will have to be said later tonight. Charles grunted and muttered violently under his breath. This was just great. First day back and already one certain Freedom was restricted. Turning his back began to make his way back to his chamber. A foul mood staining the rest of his return. Oh and Charles. Welcome back.. The King called out as Charles stepped out of the throne room. In his bedroom... Well aside from the unpleasant announcement. Charles found that the rest of the day wasn't so bad. Not much has changed since he left for his service. His bed chambers were left alone mostly untouched. The bed being made of the rarest of wood and the whitest of sheets. He was glad to have things stay the same though. A strong reminder of more innocent times. Though Charles was hardly innocent. Speaking of innocent, Charles noted some of the maids he passed by during the day. Many of them seemed relatively new to the castle, and he soon found himself entertaining a thought. Since I'm not going to be able sow my oats outside this castle or even town. Perhaps I can indulge in other ways. His thoughts turned to the various maids. How young and vivacious a lot of them were. Even innocent. A comment there and maybe careful placement of hands in certain parts of the body and... He chuckled. Oh this was good. This was perfect. A maid would soon arrive in a few minutes to help change his bed sheets. The moment she walked through that door Charles knew that maid would soon find herself in store for a new experience.