The Life Of A Despot
Disclaimer: I don't own Final Fantasy 2 or it's characters, But most of the oc's are mine
The screaming stopped with the wailing of a infant, A day to celebrate in the empire, After many long years, Finally a heir to the throne was born and the people would soon rejoice and celebrate the event for months to come.
The marble floors echoed with the sounds of the rulers heels stepping over them as he rushed towards the nursing chambers where his wife lay waiting as soon as he had heard the news. He pushed open the large golden doors and stepped inside.
His wife, The empress at on the large silken bed, Sweat dripping down her forehead, A look of exhaustion on her face and a tiny purple bundle held in her arms that she gazed at lovingly before raising her head, Her dark chocolate eyes meeting that of her husbands much lighter purple ones. "Osvaldo... My love..." She spoke softly, With adoration in each word.
He smiled back at her, Walking over to sit beside her on the bed, Stroking a strand of blonde hair out of her face as he kissed her on the head. "Airu, My darling... At least... You have given be the greatest gift of all." His eyes went from her to the bundle she cradled with care, Reaching out gently to move the blanket ever so slightly as the face of a newborn came into view, A few purple pieces of hair curled stop the babies otherwise bald head, The colour identical to the father.
Airu smiled, Stroking the child on the head and smiled at her husband with love in her eyes. "It's a boy... He needs a name my love... A name before we can introduce him to the world.." She said, Staring at their son in delight. Their first and might very well be the last. But even in this short time. He had become everything. Her precious little prince.
Osvaldo nodded, Watching his son's eyes open, The same colour as his own, It seemed like his son had gained all his own features. But he knew he loved his son at first glance. The name would have to be perfect for such a gift from the heavens. A gift from God... "Mateus... He will be be Mateus... Prince Mateus Palamecia!" He exclaimed proudly. Looking at his wife as she smiled back at him with the same pride he felt.
A few days past, Word spread about the birth of the heir to the most powerful land in the world, The empire celebrated vastly, Sending out invitations to other lands to come share in their joy, A few weeks time, For a party and showing of the young heir.
The news was especially blissful for the small kingdom neighbouring the much larger empire. With a tiny landscape and lacking the same forces and landscape as the rest of the world around them, They would not survive if any decided to subjugate their land. The information that their much more powerful neighbour had a heir not so long after the birth of their own daughter brought a idea to their mind. A union that would ensure them protection.
So thus, They were the first to visit the empire with congratulations, The king and queen of the small land took a quick trip to the empire with their young daughter...
"Adao! Deolinda!" Osvaldo stood from his throne and walked over to greet them as they entered, Looking at the infant in Deolinda's arms. "And this must be Princess Celilia... You are most welcome guests." He said, Patting Adao on the shoulder and looked as Airu walked over carrying their treasure. "May I present. My son, Mateus..." He said again full of pride.
They both nodded, Looking at the boy in the empresses arms. "Congratulations to you both, Osvaldo and Airu... Deolinda and I have a proposition to make you.." Adao said, Taking his daughter from his wife and holding her forward on display. "My daughter... And your son... I think they would be a good match, I would offer a union between our nations through our young." He suggested, Hoping they would accept.
The suggestion was surprising, Osvaldo looked to his wife in thought, Then down to his son, Still only a few days old and people wanted to betroth to him, He was cautious to accept the agreement with such a small land, But most of all, Now was a time to relax and rejoice, Not to concern themselves with political matters. "Give me time, By the time these celebrations are over.. You shall have a answer." He spoke, Clearly ending the discussion there.
Later in the evening, The emperor stood out on a balcony overlooking his land when he was greeted by two of his best generals and closed friends returning from the line of duty. The men stepped out onto the balcony and knelt before him. Making him smile. "Rise my friends, This is a joyous occasion for us all. And we shall share it together."
The three men walked the halls together, With some time left before nightfall, They discussed have far them had come, From children to where they were know, With children of their own, The esteemed general Maximus spoke with the greatest pride about how much his 3 year old daughter Tasmine had grown already, While the other loyal commander Kalmin relished in the thought of sharing their joy when he was to have children of his own.
"He looks like his father doesn't he..." Airu spoke, Cradling her son close to her as his curious eyes attempted to explore the garden where they were seated, The wives of her husbands closed friends joined her, A small girl with bright blue eyes and already incredibly long blonde hair sat on her mother's lap, Eying the infant prince with interest.
"A little, But I think he follows you more." Katsina, The wife of Maximus replied, Stroking her daughters fair hair, Unlike her own dark strands affectionately. "Tasmine.. Why don't you say hello to Prince Mateus. When he's Emperor, I hope you'll serve him well." She said, Watching her daughter slide of her lap to the ground.
Tasmine walked over to Airu, Looking even more curious as the empress lowered her arms to let the girl take a closer look. "He is so little momma... How can someone so little be empirar.." She said, Still getting words wrong at her young age.
The three year old looked to her mother with a questioning glance when the women all giggled in amusement, Then she felt tiny fingers tangle in her hair and give a tug, Looking in shock Mateus was staring at her with his small chubby fingers pulling in her hair in wonder. "I think he likes you." She heard his mother say beside her in joy. Already her son was so active and curious.
The celebrations continued for several months, The ruling couple bid pleasant farewells to their other royal guests, Besides that of their neighbours Adao and Deolinda, As promised, A answer to their offer of betrothing their young children would be given. In the castle throne room they met, Then poorer rulers still ever so hopeful as they gazed upon the Emperor and his wife.
"Have you considered our offer Emperor Osvaldo?" Adao asked, Almost nervously, There would be no better opportunity for their kingdom then to make a political alliance with such a powerful nation through his otherwise useless daughter.
Osvaldo nodded, Taking Airu's hand in his own. "Indeed, My Empress and I have decided to agree to your terms... That your daughter Princess Celilia may be a worthy match for our son, When Mateus comes of age, 21 years from now, Then to Celilia he shall be wed."
The two could barely hide they joy at the words the Emperor spoke, Both bowing in respect as they turned to leave. From this day forth, They were safe, Allied to the Empire of Palamecia. None could do them harm.