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Fuck! He failed yet again! Stuart grunted inwardly.
"What are you doing here?" He asked Camly, "I saw every of your movement." He added as he stood straight in front of him.
Stuart scratched the back of his neck, fumbling for words, "i_i______hum___looking for something." He managed to say.
Alex sat on the deck and raised his brows. Stuart knew Alex knew what he was searching for, but he couldn't bring himself to say it.
"You've been warned countless times."
"This is all my fault. I have to get back what had been lost." He challenged Alex.
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"You are right." Alex sarcastically nodded. "I believe you will enjoy spending a few days in the dungeon." He cocked his head, "What are your thought."
Stuart wanted to confront Alex more but knew he would never win and end up in trouble. He remained silent, staring down at the ground.
"Don't act stubborn, Stuart." He warned, "Don't get me mad at you?"
A moment of silence passed before Alex spoke again. "Leave." He said sternly. But then stopped Stuart as he made a step toward the door. "Hand me the key." He stretched his hand.
Stuart dipped his hand into his pocket and placed the key in his hands. He glanced at Alex's face and walked out of the room solemnly.
Alex sighed as Stuart walked away and stared at the key.
Another new day had come, bringing with it new hope and aspirations. The gate was opened for the Queen of Draha's carriage, with soldiers guiding her as they sat on horses and rode into the castle. The coachman quickly got up from his seat and opened the door for the queen. The Queen got down from the carriage and gently raised the hem of her dress. The maids quickly helped her with her luggage while the Queen walked in. She entered the sitting room and saw the queen's mother and the second prince, Prince Clifford.
"Oh! My dear, how are you doing?" Henry got up and gladly hugged Queen Davina.
"I'm doing fine, Mother." She laughed, "I missed so much."
"Same here, my dear."
"How was your stay with Helen?" Clifford winked at her.
Davina smiled and said, "It's fine."
"I'm sorry for arriving so late, my queen."
Everyone turned their heads toward Alexander as they heard his voice.
"Alex!" Davina shouted joyfully and embrace Alexander.
"I got late to welcome you."
"It's alright, love." Davina smiled at him.
"How is Helen?" Alex asked.
Helen was Davina's sister, and they loved each other so much. Helen's husband died, and Davina went to give her some consolation. And Davina was pleased that Helen moved on swiftly and that she was able to make her better.
"She's doing more than fine," Davina said happily.
Alex nodded. "I'm so happy to hear that. And I'm so happy you are back."
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"Where is Stuart?" Davina asked.
"You know Stuart. He always wandered around, looking for unnecessary things." Clifford shook his head and chuckled.
"He's so naughty." Henry tsked. "He always runs away from training; he's just good for nothing," Henry complained.
"We need to make that boy responsible," Clifford advised. "Perhaps get him married."
"Married?" Davina laughed. "I think that is not the right decision. I'm sure he will change." Davin said it with assurance.
"Don't mind him. And What about you?" Alex sneered. "When will you get married?"
"Clifford." Henry laughed, "He always complains about ladies. She's this and that."
"I have someone I love already," Clifford said with confidence.
"Then let's see her. She's highly welcome." Henry said it seriously.
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Davina squinted as she looked at Clifford in the face. Clifford laughed softly as he shook the glass of wine in his hand. "Easy, Mother, when the time comes. Anyway, I'm still asking her out."
"Who exactly is she? I will look for her myself. It is my responsibility as your mother."
"Is this for real?" Clifford laughed.
"Don't you realize you're getting older?" Henry gave him an irritated look.
"Oh, Mother!" chuckled Clifford. "Very soon, Mother, very soon."
"Listen to mother, little brother."
"What! "Are you kidding me?!" Clifford exclaimed, rolling his eyes.
Everyone busted into laughter.
"It's time to go on a breast fast. Let go and eat." Henry stated. "Make sure Stuart comes to breakfast with us, Clifford."
Alex laughed as they exited the room, leaving Clifford behind. Clifford's lips twisted into a mischievous smirk, dangling the cup of wine in his hand.
"Davina......" He mumbled to himself gently.
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