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A young boy with gravity defying spikes of brunette hair stood silently, staring at his father in disbelief; crystal blue eyes piercing through them both. He hadn't even had the chance to get properly dressed before he came in and broke the newest life shattering news. He slowly started to pace his large quarters as he thought about the issue. "A-And why am I... but I'm... I'm only seventeen... I can't... Who am I marrying?" he asked staring dreadfully at his father, the one that ruined his life, the one that told him he was arranged to be married, the one that wouldn't look at him.
A rather tall man, with brown slicked hair was looking towards his son's feet. "His name is Riku Tate, soon to be king of the Sicilians. His father is desperate to find him a spouse. And you were the only one he saw fit from the blood lines of our neighboring Nations." he said.
The teen stopped pacing and glared. "The only one he saw fit! If he was truly desperate, he would not look for someone fit. He would look for someone willing." he said, outraged. "I will not. I refuse."
The king shook his head. "You do not get to refuse. King Zeldon has demanded you. We will not risk war over this. Our people would be slaughtered." he said.
The teen, only standing around 5' 3", walked nearer to his father. "You betray, and ruin your only child's life because you don't want to deny a King, whose son is obviously so very marriageable, out of fear. This will not be the alliance you think it will be father. I will fight this Riku until he kills me if I have to." he growled.
The king watched his son. "Sora... For once think like a royal. I know this isn't what you had planned. But it's this. Or the death of our nation." he said.
Sora groaned. "How could you think this was even close to what I had planned and you're just going to hand me over... so I can be locked away with some prince I've never met and forced away from my family and friends." he huffed, and crossed his arms. "How long do I have?" he asked.
The king sighed. "Three days. He will be here in three days." he said.
Sora closed his eyes and pinched his nose. "So d-do I get to take my things... am I getting married in three days? Oh god I'm the bride." he rambled.
Godfrey nodded. "You are permitted your things... and no... The wedding is a month from now." he said.
Sora sighed. "I have to move... " he said solemnly. "I like our palace... I don't want to leave." he pleaded.
Godfrey sighed. "I know you don't. I don't want you to either but there are no more options." he said
Sora whimpered. "I'm not hungry this morning... I'll come down later." he said softly.
Godfrey sighed deeply. "Alright..." he whispered. "Join when you are ready."
Sora nodded and went back to bed.
In another castle in another kingdom a young prince stood at the foot of his dying father's bed.
"What the hell do you mean you've found me a bride?" A young man, only twenty years old yelled. His long silver hair falling over pale blue eyes. "First you tell me I have three months until I have to take the throne, and now you say I have to marry?"
King Zeldon looked at his son through half lidded eyes. "Riku, my son, please for the good of the kingdom. He's a very nice boy and will bring two strong kingdoms together. You go to him in three days." he murmured.
Riku glared at his father. "You've ruled alone for years. I fail to see why I must marry." he said.
Zeldon sighed. "Riku, a new king needs someone by his side. Sora is a fine choice. Please... do not fight me." he murmured.
The young princes shook his head. "If I am going to be forced to marry I should get to pick my own spouse. If nothing else, you got to! Why am I to marry someone I have never met?" he asked angrily.
Zeldon closed his eyes. "Riku. Try to understand... this is what is best for the Kingdom. I think you will love him with time." the king answered.
Riku looked at his father with nothing but anger. "You know this is wrong... That is what you say when you know you're wrong." he said.
Zeldon took a shaking breath. "Please, Riku. My only love... Do this for me. You may be with who you please but you must marry Sora." he said softly.
Riku's jaw squared as he glared at his father for a long while before slowly nodding. "As you wish" he murmured.
Zeldon nodded slowly. "Thank you, my dearest son. Your kingdom thanks you." he murmured
"I'm sure it does," the prince said lowly.
Zeldon nodded. "Go on and prepare yourself three days will come in a short time. " he said.
Riku nodded. "Yes father." he said before leaving the room
Sora paced his room, the three days were up and the prince was supposed to be arriving at any moment. His father had him dressed in his best attire, including the velvet cape that would be passed down to him as soon as he was married. He felt nervous to meet his fiancé and as well still angry with the entire situation.
Riku rode alone in a large purple and gold carriage, his father too weak to make the journey. He looked out the window, dread sinking into him as they pulled up to the castle's front steps. He waited for his door to be opened before sliding out. He was dressed in a royal blue tunic with golden stitching, a golden cape across his shoulders. His long silver hair running down his back, as he made his way through the palace doors, his king's men only a few steps behind, he heard his announcement ring through the large stone halls.
King Godfrey stood at the foot of a large staircase. "Welcome Prince Riku, how glad we are to have you in our halls.' the man said cheerfully.
Riku nodded once to the king. "How very kind of you to have me. Though I must keep the visit short. I am needed back at home. Where might I find my bride to be?" he asked.
Sora began his decent down the stairs to meet Riku halfway, his red cape flowing behind him. The Cape matched well with his close fitting black shirt and red pants, around his neck with a silver chain with a crown hanging from it. He looked at the man in front of him. "I'm here." He called simply to get the silver haired one's attention.
Riku turned pale blue eyes up the stairs, watching him a moment before meeting halfway. He caught the boys hand and kissed it gently. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you." He said softly.
Sora smiled gently. "Please... the pleasure is all mine Prince Riku." He hummed. "It's nice of you to join us in our humble kingdom."
Riku nodded once. "It's lovely, and though I hate to rush you, we must be leaving soon." He said
Sora nodded. "I'll have my father send for my things... " he said quietly. "May I ask why you force me to leave my home so quickly?"
Riku hesitated. "I'll speak when there are fewer ears." He Said softly.
Sora nodded again. "Of course. " he said softly. "Shall I show you around, prince?" He asked.
Riku nodded. "Of course. I need only for us to leave within the next two hours.' He said.
Sora swallowed harshly. "O-Of course..." he said weakly, turning to lead Riku into the palace.
Riku followed close behind the boy. "I apologize for the haste." He said.
Sora shook his head. "Nonsense. You have no need to apologize, Prince Riku. It was an honor to be chosen as your bride and we will leave on your account. " he murmured.
Riku only nodded his answer. "Where are you leading us now?" He asked, his arms crossing behind his back as he walked.
Sora hummed softly. "We had prepared a room for your stay. I thought you may like to freshen up a moment. You had a long journey I am guessing." He said gently.
Riku nodded. "I did. And under different circumstances I would be willing to stay." He said
Sora nodded. "I will wait out here for you, I will not intrude on your privacy." He said sweetly, bowing his head slightly as he opened the door for Riku.
Riku stepped into the room, looking around a moment before heading toward the bathroom.
Sora paced the halls as he waited trying to think of any way to get out of his situation.
Riku took time to gather himself before going joining Sora again.
Sora looked at Riku. "I am not sure what to show you." He laughed.
Riku nodded looking around. "If you would like to show me at a later date that would be acceptable. ' he said
Sora nodded. "Sure... I'm sure the few things I need for now are ready... I... I suppose we could leave... you seem in a hurry to return home." He murmured.
Riku nodded. "As I said earlier. I can and will explain." He said.
Sora hummed softly. "Very well." He murmured softly before moving closer and touching Riku's nose. "I do hope you find me to be acceptable and to your liking. " he said.
Riku looked startled by the touch. "I Uhh I am sure I will." He said regaining his composer
Sora stepped back. "I am sorry... I obviously overstepped my bounds... come you are wanting to get home... " he said quietly, moving away solemnly leading the man back to his room to grab a single suitcase that he had instructed be carried only by himself. The teen sighed softly as he walked back to the carriage. "Goodbye father..." he said weakly "Take care..."
The king pulled his son close. "Be good. Okay? Please my son. I know you're angry with me. I'm sorry. I am only trying to do what is best." He whispered kissing the top of his son's head.
Sora sniffled softly. "I will behave father. Please... do not forget to speak with me though. I will be expecting your letters." he murmured.
Godfrey slid his fingers through his son's hair. "Every week. Expect my letter. I don't suspect I'll see you again until the wedding." He said softly.
Riku stood near the carriage waiting on the young prince.
Sora's lip quivered as he set the suitcase down and hugged his father tightly. "Must it be so long?" he asked weakly.
Godfrey held his son tightly. "I will try for sooner.' he promised.
Sora nodded. "Good-bye." he whispered before walking down to Riku. "W-We may go," he said quietly not looking at the man,
Riku nodded, opening the door for the teen. "Very well." he murmured before stepping into the carriage after the boy.
Godfrey watched his son leave, his eyes empty.
Sora sat in the corner of the carriage, not looking to Riku.
Riku let the silence go on for several hours, not speaking until close to nightfall. "I am... sorry to pull you from your home." he said slowly.
Sora shook his head. "No need to apologize. I have accepted what must be done. Everything is well, please forgiving my behavior" he murmured softly, struggling to keep his voice steady.
Riku nodded. "Before you grow to resent me anymore than you currently do. Just know that, like you, I was forced into this marriage. As for your behavior you have nothing to apologize" he said.
Sora smiled weakly. "RI- Prince... Sir... uhhh I am not sure what to call you... but I do not resent you... I will merely miss my father and my home. But it is alright... I will be good to you and fulfill my duties as your significant other, you mustn't worry I will not bring harm to your kingdom." he said softly, still not looking at Riku.
Riku nodded. "You are permitted to call me Riku... And though by law you must live with me. There is no reason against you going home when you need too. There will be no fight on my end so long as you know that my knights will go with you and escort you back." he said.
Sora nodded. "Of course..." he murmured. "But you... I don't... I mean... I am sorry... I can't find my words... I will leave you in peace again, Prince Riku..." he said quietly.
Riku sighed, leaning into the window. "Very well. Everything is as you wish." he murmured. "we will be at the place by next nightfall at the latest." he said
Sora nodded looking down, his hair falling in his face some small tears escaping and falling to his lap as he tried to hide his face from Riku.
Riku left the boy in peace, waiting for him to want to speak.
Sora stayed quiet for hours, wiping his cheeks as he looked up finally looking at the man he was to marry. He hesitated a moment before sliding to his knees and looking up at Riku. "P-Prince Riku... will you forgive me for such disgraceful behavior in your presence? I promise I know how I am to behave as your husband... do not let this make you doubt me... please." he whispered weakly.
Riku looked at the teen a moment before slowly pulling him up. "I do not doubt you. And though I will be king, as your spouse we are equals. Do not fear me." he said.
Sora nodded slowly. "Yes, sir." he murmured softly. "M-May I ask you a question?" he asked.
Riku nodded. "Proceed." he said.
"Are you planning to marry me for your kingdom but still actively seek a relationship of love?" Sora asked quietly.
Riku sighed. "I am unsure. I am to be the youngest ruler in a century, I fear I may not have the time. With that said. Since we will be married, should we not first explore the option of us one day maybe caring for each other?" he asked.
Sora nodded. "I-I would like that... " he said softly. "What were you told of me?" he asked.
Riku shook his head. "Nothing. Not a name, age. Nothing. Only that I was to marry you and what nation you were from." he said.
Sora nodded. "My name is Sora... I suppose last name is unimportant and you know the name of my father so surely you could figure it out... and I am only seventeen... I do realize I am only a child. I hope you do not hold that against me. I will try not to act as a child." he murmured
Riku nodded. "Well Sora. So long as you can behave in front of the nation I care not if you are childish behind closed doors." he said.
Sora nodded again, still too nervous to actually act as himself. "Of course. I will do my very best, R-Riku..." he murmured.
Riku nodded once. "Do you have any further questions?" he inquired.
Sora hesitated a moment. "N-No sir..." he said softly, moving further from Riku again feeling like he was bothersome to the older man.
Riku nodded. "Earlier you asked about my haste to leave. Please do not think it was out of desire to leave your home." he said.
Sora shook his head. "Of course not. You are fine." he murmured.
Riku looked out the window. "If I seem preoccupied as well. I apologize. My father... My father is very ill. The doctor doesn't think he will see the wedding... In less than a month we may very well be married and the new rulers of a nation." he said.
Sora shook his head again. "You must continue as usual. I understand. I will not get in your way. You can show me to my room and that is where I will stay." he murmured
Riku Shook His head. "My father is requesting you learn the ways of our kingdom since are soon to be a ruler.' He said
Sora nodded slowly. "Of course. Anything you wish." He murmured.
Riku ran a hand through his hair, playing with the ends a moment before letting his hand drop back to his lap.
Sora hesitated. "I'm sorry you're being forced to marry me." He murmured
Riku nodded. "Likewise." He murmured
Sora shook his head. "I do not regret having to marry you Prince Riku. You are very pleasing to look at and seem as though you will be kind to me. I am only sorry you seem so against being forced into a loveless marriage. I wish it wasn't how things had to be because I do want you to be happy... " he murmured softly.
Riku looked at the boy. "Do not think I am displeased with you. I am... Overwhelmed with the speed of change." He said
Sora nodded slowly. "I think I am okay with you going to seek the love you want. " he murmured softly.
Riku shook his head. "I never had any intention of getting married. Though I'm sure I will be more than happy with you." He said
Sora nodded slowly. "I see... well I hope you're right. " he said quietly looking away from Riku
Riku sighed. "I am. So uhhh... This wedding... any request?" he asked.