Lord Rodriguez’s bride episode 7 – 8
♦️LORD
RODRIGUEZ’S BRIDE♦️
( The Unexpected Wife )
By, Cisca. H.
Chapter 7: A LETTER TO KING NEHEB.
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” Uncle, I have told you many times before, now is not the right time to find a suitable bride.” Riguez stated, trying to persuade his stubborn uncle.
The two of them were seated in the grand dinning hall enjoying their delicious breakfast which had early been prepared by the servants.
” You can’t go on acting like you can live alone without anyone beside you. I understand how much your kingdom means to you,
but that shouldn’t keep you from getting married. You need a heir of your own, and the kingdom needs its queen too.” This has always been his sermon notes all the time he talks about getting a bride.
Almost all his life his uncle has demand after demand on how he lives his life, and even at his adult age, he never stops detecting what he should do.
His uncle relentlessly ignored the fact that he had grown into his own person and was not the little boy he used to be.
But some times, Riguez ought to be the man of his own. Now, it’s up to him to decide whether or not to have a bride by his side.
He saw that the discussion would not progress to his level of satisfaction so, he decided on getting him in the part that held him the most, knowing that he will get to him.
” Don’t worry about the Affinstars, I’ll handle them. Right now, you just have to send a letter to king Neheb, tell him you will be journeying to Pendamour by tomorrow. ”
Lord Rodriguez tapped his Biro on his desk as he thought on how to structure his words to King Neheb.
Though he needed a partner, but that never seemed to trouble him especially now his kingdom needed him the most.
” So, what do you plan to do with his daughters?” He Uncle asked after a long while.
” I don’t know. ” He answered.
” You just have to be observant, Rod, I heard Neheb had three daughters. ”
Rodriguez rose his eyes at him, looking surprised. ” Three daughters?” He asked, shocked.
” Yes, three daughters. Don’t tell me you haven’t heard if the three daughters said to be the finest in Pendamour. ”
” I am only aware of the three who had attended the ball ceremony. ”
” That is why you must journey to his place to find out. Don’t you think there might be some thing behind his third daughter not attending the ball ceremony? ”
This got Lord Rodriguez more curious than he should be. The two he had seen the other night really did captured his attention.
But why does he feel like this last daughter would be the best.
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King Neheb opened the letter, reading through the letters.
His l-ips wore a soft smile as he rolled the scroll back. ” Finally, just as I expected.”
” Expected what?” Lady Moreen asked as she stepped out of the bathroom.
” We’ll be having a visitor by tomorrow.” He answered.
” What visitor? ” She tied her robes properly, sitting on the bed. ” Should I say it’s a good news?”
” Yes. Lord Rodriguez sent me a letter just now, he will be paying us a visit by tomorrow concerning the proposal of one of our daughters. ”
” Oh heavens, just as I have prayed. We should get our daughters ready for tomorrow especially Enya. She will be very happy to hear this news. ”
” We can not tell who it is that will be chosen. ”
” I know but it doesn’t matter. Enya will be turning twenty six next year, she is old enough to be a mother. ”
” We first see what his decision will be, then I will have to convince him to have Enya as his bride. ”
Lady Moreen nodded in agreement. ” Yes, you are right. ”
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That night, Lady Moreen gathered her daughters in her room to tell them about the news of Lord Rodriguez visit.
She had learnt about her husband’s absence to a friend’s place, so it was the right time to talk to her daughters.
” So,” she started, watching as how interested they looked in what she was about to say. ” there is a letter from the King of Brok this afternoon. ”
” What did it say, mother. ” Enya asked sharply.
” Easy sister. ” Anna said, crossing her legs to listen more.
” It says the King of Brok will be visiting Pendamour by tomorrow. ” She replied to Enya’s question.
” Did it say when?” She asked again.
” No, it didn’t.”
She puffed out air, blowing the strand of her hair as she leaned on the chair. ” I wish it did.”
” Why is he coming here?” Arwen asked in a mean tone.
” I am sure we all know his reason for paying us a visit. ” Lady Moreen said, she seemed not to like her question.
” If he really wants to choose a bride for himself, why don’t he choose from Brok? Besides, I have heard a lot about the Broks, they inhabit beautiful ladies. ”
” He must have his reasons for not picking a bride from his kingdom. You should be happy, you know. ”
” Of course, I am. ” She rolled her eyes.
” You might hate gentlemen but that doesn’t mean the others do. Perhaps, marriage isn’t for everyone, it’s for those who wishes for it. ”
” Just like sister Enya? ” She said, not minding the hærd glance Enya threw at her.
” Just like any woman.” Lady Moreen said in order to avoid what next might happen. ” So, I am telling you three this because I wants you girls to get yourself ready.
Anna always say, men are unpredictable, we do not know who the chosen bride will be. It might be you, ” pointing at Enya, ” you, ” pointing at Anna, ” or even you. ” Lastly, she pointed at Arwen.
” I hope to see one of you chosen. Now girls, we only have few hours left. Go, get yourselves ready for tomorrow. ”
Arwen threw herself onto her bed, flapping her legs playfully. She wasn’t interested, and she wasn’t Enya either.
On the part of Anna, she felt reluctant to pick a dress, she had finally picked one after minutes of delays.
Enya on the other side, always the head over heeled one, seemed more ready and prepared unlike any of them.
She had checked on almost all her dresses just to find the one fit for tomorrow.
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♦️LORD
RODRIGUEZ’S BRIDE♦️
( The Unexpected Wife )
By, Cisca. H.
Chapter 8: A TOAST TO LORD RODRIGUEZ.
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“ Princess Arwen! Princess Arwen!”
Arwen jerked up from bed, rubbing her eyes from the sun rays that pierced through her curtains.
She stared sleeply at the young lady who stood before her. “ How may I help you?” she asked, not realising that the young lady standing before her was her maid.
“ Lord Rodriguez has arrived to the castle.. everyone are waiting for you.” She informed.
Her eyes w¡dened in surprise. “ So soon?” she asked. “ What tell the time?”
“ It’s fifteen minutes past eleven.”
“ What?! Why am I still asleep until now?” she went to the bathroom. “ My dress, I haven’t gotten them ready yet.”
“ Do not worry, my princess, it is ready on the sofa.”
“ Oh, thank you, Alven.” She said from the bathroom.
After she was done bathing, she dried her skin and applied her lemon on her body. Alven helped her dress her hair, which after that she hurriedly pulled herself into her dress.
“ How long have they been waiting?” she asked her checking on herself for the last time.
“ I guess an hour or two.”
“ Oh no, I am doomed. Father will kill me at the end of the day.” She hated herself for not doing this earlier yesterday.
“ Do not say that, my princess, we may still have some time.”
“ Lead the way.”
Alven led the way and she followed after in heaste. Before they could reach to the banquet door, she had already began to sweat.
Alven used the dried face towel in her hand to dry off the sweat on her face. “ How good am I?”
Alven ran her eyes on her, nodding. “ Perfect, my princess.”
“ Okay.” Turning to the guard at the door, she said. “ Announce my presence.”
“ Lady Arwen Of Pendamour!!” cried the announcer.
The door to the banquet hall opened, everyone were all staring at her.
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“ What is taking her so long?” Lady Moreen asked as they waited for close to two hours for Arwen to show up.
“ No one knows.” Enya shrugged less concerned.
“ She’s probably on her way, mother.” Anna said.
“ What if she is still asleep?” Lady Moreen muttered.
“ Then someone has to wake her up. Or we can just go ahead with the banquet and stop keeping our visitors waiting.” Enya suggested.
“ I have told your father, but he insists that we wait for her.”
Enya scoffed.
“ Lady Arwen Of Pendamour!!” cried the announcer.
“ Indeed, she is here.” Anna said happily.
“ Finally.”
“ She lookes so beautiful,” the muttering voices kept increasing, as she shyly walked up to the royal table.
“ Father. Mother.” She bowed in curtesy. “ Forgive me for delaying.” She apologise.
“ Oh, do not worry, dear child, you have not kept us waiting.” Turns to Lord Rodriguez. “ This is my last daughter, Princess Arwen.” He introduced.
Her gaze moved to Lord Rodriguez who has been staring at her since she arrived.
“ You Highness.” She bowed in curtesy.
“ My Lady.” Taking hold of her hand, he k-ssed it softly. “ Pleased to meet you, My Lady.”
“ Pleased to meet you too, My Lord.”
She walked over to the empty seat beside Anna, making herself comfortable.
King Neheb stood up. “ Let us make a toast.” He announced and everyone stood to their feet. “ To Lord Rodriguez.”
“ To Lord Rodriguez.” They all made a toast, dinking the wine in their cup at a straight.
As they sat back on their seat, Enya turned to look at Rodriguez only to see him glaring at Arwen.
The smile which was once on her face quickly disappeared into a frown. And not just the fact that he was staring at Arwen, Anna spared him a sed-ctive glance.
This actually caused her to look odd in their midst. It was as if the earth had rest on her shoulder and she couldn’t breath.
She gulped in all her wine at once, dropping the cup angrily back on the table but the noise of the crowd made it impossible for Anna who was next to her notice it.
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The toast was over, the ceremony has begun. Enya went to meet with her friends who had attended from other kingdoms.
” It’s been a long time, Enya. How have you been lately?” One of them asked.
” Fairly good, my dear Elizabeth. What about you? ”
” I have been good too. When I heard the King of Brok was going to pick a bride from your house, I prayed earnestly for him to pick you. ”
Enya faked a smile on her face. Though she had thought so much for such wish to come to pass, but she was beginning to doubt it will.
” Me too, but I doubt it will.” Another said, making a head sign to them.
They all stared at the direction she had given to them. Lord Rodriguez was approaching towards Arwen who was having a discussion with one of her friends.
As soon as she saw him, her friend excused herself leaving her alone with him.
” Do you mind for a walk, My Princess?” He requested.
” Sure. ” She granted.
Enya took her eyes off them, returning it to her friends. ” Or maybe, my prayers weren’t answered.” Elizabeth said painfully.
” You must do something about this, Enya or you watch your sisters take what rightfully belong to you. ” Cynthia said.
” They have taken it already. ” She said bitterly.
” And it is not too late to fight for it. ” Elizabeth added.” You are the first child of His Majesty, your are meant to be courted before any of them. ”
” I do not know if anyone seem so surprised than I am. They never have interest in love, but now they are. Don’t you think it’s so suspicious of them? ”
” I wondered about that too. If I were Lord Rodriguez, I won’t mind going through the three of you, I would rather pick you instead. ” Elizabeth stated.
On the other hand, Rosalie had urged her to forget Lord Rodriguez by finding another lover if it turns out that he picks interest in either of the two younger sisters.
” Take some new affection into your eyes and the old feelings shall die. Do not let this supress you, my dear friend.”
” I had always thought I was good with my sisters. Though you speak the truth, but I need to fight for my dreams. I will not live to watch them steal it from me.”
” You shouldn’t be discouraging her, Rosalie, she is our friend. You must advice her on the right thing to do and not this. What would you do if it were to be you?” Elizabeth asked.
” I will do as I have instructed her to. When she sees the King of Brok has no pleasure in her, all she must do is to quit and let fate handle the rest.”
” That is nonsense, Rosalie.” Cynthia ch¡pped in.
” I know, but only for this moment will it sound nonsense to your hearing. ” Turns to Enya. ” You are so beautiful, my dear friend, there are many other men who wishes to have you. Patience, and you will find the right one for your heart.”
That wasn’t for the heart of Enya. She had hated a moment like this to happen and she fears it surely will o e day close to today.
She wished she could listen to Rosalie’s words, but those words were too much for her to hold.
On the other hand, Elizabeth must be right about one thing. She has to fight for what belongs to her.
For it has always been her dream, to be by Lord Rodriguez’s side. To be called his one and only queen.
But now, her sisters wants to change that fate? No! She will never sit to watch her dreams tumble. Not when it involves her love.
And she is ready to do anything… Whatever it takes to have Lord Rodriguez all to herself… Alone.
But the question is… Will She???
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To Be Continued…