A Story From Zinnia
Part 17: Oliver Luxia de Mauren
"MARRIAGE OF THE CROWN PRINCE."
" ZINNIA'S ROYAL WEDDING AFTER SO MANY YEARS. WHO IS THE BRIDE?"
"Secretly Engaged, Who is Prince Xavier's Bride? Fact Number Five Will SURPRISE YOU!"
That's how news headlines have been in the last week. In newspapers, magazines, the internet, television, radio, all the media reported about Xavier's engagement and wedding plans. The news has spread throughout the country, even as far away as the neighboring countries.
At that time the media did not know who the candidate of the new crown princess Zinnia. People are curious about their new daughter. But out of nowhere, quickly word that Oliver would be Xavier's future wife leaked to the public.
The kingdom does not bother, however sooner or later Oliver's identity will be revealed. This news was certainly welcomed with a good response by the community. They were happy that the would-be crown princess came from the middle class, not other fellow royal families.
Oliver's identity has been revealed in the public, the public is looking around about his background, who his family is, his educational history, the enthusiasm of the citizens make Oliver bual-bualan paparazzi for the last few weeks. It was enough to make Oliver uncomfortable to stay in his house, let alone the reporters who never stop to visit his family residence would make it crowded. More media even deliberately visited the campus to just interview him.
Enthusiasm can be said. How not, it's been a long time since the last royal wedding was held in Zinnia. The last time it happened was at the wedding of King Arthur and the late Queen Issabela which occurred approximately 20 years ago, plus again because this is the wedding of Prince Xavier as crown prince, the crown prince, automatically his partner will be a new queen candidate who has been very long awaited by residents.
Usut have a mouthwash, the royal wedding is predicted to be held in the autumn. The court appreciated the decision of the de Mauren family to request that the marriage be held after Oliver graduated from his studies. In this moment also King Arthur asked the two to get to know each other better before they married.
But because of the stubborn nature of Xavier who still does not want to follow this matchmaking, he refused tuk’ met Oliver. He hasn't seen Oliver since they graduated 4 years ago. While Oliver would not accept this matchmaking, after all he had no other choice. He could not bear to see his father who was constantly begging to accept this match.
In this introductory stage, Oliver was also asked to come to the palace. He 'forced' to go back and forth to Cassania Palace and get a little bit of what he needs to know to be the future crown princess. Starting from basic history lessons, royal law, royal manners lessons, to dance lessons. It was not easy for him to adapt to the vast environment of the palace, even though he had visited Cassania Palace several times.
Xavier who saw Oliver pacing around in the palace environment had long become interested in what Oliver did. He found Oliver who was very diligent in the training given by the palace maids and servants at that time.
“Why is he trying so hard anyway?” Said Xavier silently watching Oliver from a distance.
“Has your heart not broken yet? I think she's a good girl.” King Arthur surprised Xavier from behind.
“Dad-“
“Isn't she pretty? Think about it well. Your people support this marriage, it means they like Oliver. Don't disappoint them.” The words of King Arthur.
After Oliver's identity was revealed to the public his name was always a warm conversation of people. People are always interested in him. His family background, educational history, dress style, became the lips of the community. Her figure is warmly welcomed because it is considered very suitable to be a queen. The media also reported to the public how Oliver was often involved in volunteering and helping those in trouble in remote areas who were left behind when he went to college. This makes people love it more. Many people say that Oliver's figure is very similar to that of the late Queen Issabela.
The people also called Oliver "Lady Luxia", because he was not from the royal family, the title "daughter" could not be given until he was officially married to Xavier. The name is taken from the middle name 'Luxia' which means "A beautiful jewel". The term is closely aligned with the meaning of its name, 'Oliver' which means symbol of peace, pride and beauty. Also a kind and loving person.
"Is it better to just get married?" Xavier said in his mind.
Unknowingly his feet stepped towards where Oliver was. The atmosphere was awkward at that time, even though the two of them were schoolmates, it was still awkward to meet like this.
"Hi..” Xavier.
"Oh! Hi..." Reply Oliver with a little awkward. Oliver had just finished his lessons on royal manners.
"I don't know what's going on until we can both be in this position.” Xavier said as he shook his head.
Oliver said nothing afterwards. To be honest he was also confused as to what to say, this was their first meeting after so long and the circumstances have now changed, they are fiancee to each other who will get married in a few months.
“You don't have to do it if you have to. Xavier.
"I've decided with a cold head that I'm going to do it." Obviously Oliver.
“Then do it well.”
"Of course, I'll try as much as I can. You alone?" Ask Oliver.
"I? Of course I'll do well." Answer Xavier.
By evening, Oliver was done with his activities in the palace and now he intends to go home. On the way home, he had stopped by a coffee shop and intended to buy a glass of americano to increase his energy that had been used up all day. He ordered it and paid for it at the cashier. As he turned to look for a seat to wait for his order, how surprised he was when he saw a familiar man standing right before him,
“Sack Louis?”
"Oh, hi!” Said Louis who was smiling while waving his hands
And this is where the two of them sat next to the coffee shop window accompanied by 2 glasses of americano theirs each. An unexpected encounter that neither of them had thought of. As a result Oliver who was about to go home also took the time to chat with Louis, because after all Louis was a good senior to him at school first.
"You are still as beautiful as you used to be" Louis said without further ado.
"And sister is still the same as before, happy to praise me.” Oliver chuckles.
“So... is it true that you will get married like what the media says?” Louis asked curiously.
"really. I didn't expect.” either Feeling thirsty, Oliver drinks the americano ice he ordered.
“How was the story until you got engaged to Xavier?”
"Stupid. Long story brother, I don't want to discuss it.”
"Alright, just tell me if you have time.” Louis said with a smile.
There was envy in Louis' heart. His first love is now his best friend's fiancee. Oliver was his first love that he could never forget. Oliver's cheerful, intelligent, beautiful and hardworking figure made him fall in love. However, his feelings were never conveyed. Louis was afraid to say it first. He knew that Oliver always viewed him as a senior and friend who was always trustworthy, he was afraid that if he took the first step Oliver would just stay away and the atmosphere would be awkward afterwards. It seems Louis must love Oliver in silence. However, the difference now he no longer has the opportunity to have Oliver.
"What do you love him?" Louis.
"I? Hm... I don't think I don't know brother."
"You know, many royal families marry not out of love but out of power. Is it okay if you marry her? He doesn't even like you." Obviously Louis.
They've been friends for a long time. Louis knew very well Xavier's passion, although he never said it directly, from the look in his eyes Louis knew that Xavier liked his sister first.
Oliver who heard Louis' words only fell silent. He thought about what Louis had said, and so did his words.
“Then, do I now have to call His Majesty to the future crown princess of Zinnia?” Despite years gone by, Louis's lewd nature never disappeared.
“KAK LOUIS!”
"HAHAHAHA”
The afternoon ended with jokes and laughter from two friends who had shared the story in school first.
