NOT THE USUAL CINDERELLA (Season 2)
SLIGHTLY EVASIVE
I knew as a knight, who had dedicated his life to protecting the members of the royal family and the palace, that if there was in the position of papa Alexis, maybe I would do the same with him. Like when I decided to marry his highness Alvero who initially only wanted to help him so that he could ascend the throne. Especially when Mama Tiana also gave her last will so that papa protects mama Larena.
Deanda said in her heart with a chest that felt tight at the thought of all the sudden things that happened today. A truth that makes his heart hurt and happy simultaneously.
However, as a child, I also had the right to ask for my right to love and care, even though it seemed impossible for my father to take me with him. If at that time my father took me, it is certain that Eliana's queen mother will immediately know that papa is still alive and will increasingly pursue him. I knew that my attitude would make my husband the king of the Gracetians difficult as well. Because papa Alexis ignored me as a child to protect her mom and sister. I know your majesty will also not be able to fully justify or blame the actions of Papa Alexis. Your Majesty will definitely appreciate any decision I make. But for now, I want to calm myself down.
Deanda again said inwardly while holding her breath for a while before she finally leaned her body towards Alvero. At the moment Deanda decided not to take any decisions, because he learned a lot from what he had seen. Decisions taken by a person in an emotional state can lead to destruction and regret in the future. That's why he chose to be quiet.
“Your Majesty, I want to rest for a while. Today was quite tiring for me, and I don't want to force myself anymore.” Without responding to the words from Alexis, Deanda said slowly to Alvero, while slightly stroking his suddenly sore waist back, making Alvero's eyes slightly fixated staring at his wife's stomach, which was very sharp, where today he just knew there is a life that has been entrusted by God to both of them to guard and take full responsibility for his presence.
Hearing Deanda's words, Alvero took a deep breath, then nodded his head quickly. Instead Alvero was happy Deanda did not force herself, because the condition of Deanda's pregnancy that must maintain her emotions, making Alvero was worried if Deanda continued to force herself would bring bad effects to the baby in the womb.
It seems my wife has not been able to fully accept the presence let alone forgive papa Alexis back in her life. Ah, I'm really in such an awkward situation. Deanda is my wife, where I must respect her decision, and keep her pregnant condition from being distressed by what is happening right now. But, papa Alexis did all that to save and take care of Mama Larena and Alaya. Seen from the side as a Gracetian king, what Papa Alexis did showed so much love for the Gracetian country, he said, so that he deserves credit for his great loyalty and sacrifice to the royal family. His patriotic soul could not be compared to any other hero that had ever existed in Gracetian.
Alvero said inwardly as he stared softly, with mixed feelings becoming one, towards Deanda who had already risen from her seat, preparing to leave.
“Sorry, for today, I will no longer participate in this meeting. Perhaps the noble Alvero and the noble Vincent, need more explanation about the existence and condition of Larena's mother at this time. For the punishment mentioned by Papa Alexis earlier. I am not a child who has the right to punish his parents. I do not want to be a child of disobedience because I have been rude, dare to punish his own parents. I will not interfere in this business anymore. All decisions, I leave to his highness Alvero as king of the Gracetians, the possessor of the supreme power in the Gracetian. He will represent my opinions and decisions.” After finishing his words, Deanda immediately turned her body to then walk towards the room Enzo used to provide for her and Alvero if staying at her villa.
Hearing Deanda's words, everyone in the room knew that Deanda still wanted to organize her heart, but from the way Deanda mentioned Alexis' name as papa without any high notes in it, it is seen that Deanda tried hard to be able to accept the explanation of the reason Alexis left him with Lilian at that time.
It's just that Deanda needs some time to calm herself down for now. Especially at this time, his position is not only a child of an Alexis Federer, but also as a Gracetian empress, where now he is also part of the royal family.
She has been a woman by the name of Adalvino since she married Alvero. So that makes him have to think on both sides, as Deanda, the son of Alexis Federer, but on the one hand, must be able to think as Deanda, wife of Alvero Adalvino, the queen of Gracetian, and the other, the daughter-in-law of Larena and the sister-in-law of Alaya.
“Empress Deanda...” Just a step Deanda walked, suddenly Alvero called out to her as she quickly grabbed Deanda's hand, making Deanda stop her steps and slightly turn around to be able to stare at Alvero, frowning her forehead, with a face that looks astonished.
Why did his highness suddenly call me empress? Not as usual? What does His Majesty want to show me?
Deanda asked in her heart out of surprise, Alvero who usually called her sweetie or her name directly, suddenly called her empress.
As soon as Deanda stared at him, Alvero immediately returned Deanda's gaze softly and affectionately. And with a quick movement, Alvero pulled Deanda's hand and kissed the back of her palm using her lips.
Thank you for the greatness of your heart, my beloved queen. The Gracetian Empress was so great, but also so kind and gentle.
Alvero said inwardly while kissing the back of Deanda's palm, with her eyes staring intensely at her empress' face.
And as if he could read what Alvero was thinking, Deanda took a deep breath for a moment before finally a smile fell on her lips. As if stating that he did all that for Alvero, Alvero's chest rippled feeling that he was getting more and more fascinated with his wife's attitude.
