Disclaimer: I do not own Junjou Romantica
This is my first fanfic so please go easy on me (-_-")
A war between two kingdoms that will change the fate of many. And an unexpected romance will blossom.
Once upon a time, there lived a king and a queen who had two sons. The older one was wise and kind while the younger one was kind-hearted and sweet. The whole kingdom loved the royal family because they ruled them equally and made the kingdom prosperous. Everything was well until a conqueror from the far west of the continent came. He sent an envoy to the king to give his message. He threatened to initiate war against Futsu kingdom. Upon hearing this, the king sent the envoy back to his master with his answer.
"So? What did his majesty say? Does he plan to go on war against us?" the conqueror asked.
The envoy nodded, "He refuses to surrender and he said that he would not give the kingdom to anyone"
The conqueror chuckled and turned to his general, "Plan the first assault now. We shall raise terror upon the hearts of those who do not fear us… I will make their king kneel before me" he instructed and glared at the Palace at the center of the kingdom.
At the Palace…
The King and Queen's Quarters…
"Are you sure about this Masahiro?" Queen Hanako asked worried as she watched her husband staying on the veranda.
The king turned around and faced the queen. He approached her and lovingly held her, "No, I am not…" he whispered.
Hanako pushed him away gently, "Then why proceed to war? You know how our kingdom does during war… We are not capable of engaging into war moreover against the Great Western Empire. Masahiro…" she asked almost desperately.
Masahiro caressed her cheek, "Because I cannot let this kingdom be conquered by a foreigner. My father or rather, my forefathers, have ruled this kingdom not for our own benefit, but for the people" the smiled and gestured to the kingdom.
The town was sparkling. The lights from every household and market were evident. The hustle and bustle of the people could be seen everywhere. Everyone was happy and contented.
"They are my reason to fight against a war I cannot win… If they believe in me, I should serve my purpose as king to protect them from foreign invaders. And also," the king gazed at his queen's angelic features.
"It's for you and our children…" Masahiro smiled.
The queen sighed and smiled, "Thank you… I will pray for your victory my love" she whispered and rested her head over the king's shoulder.
Takahiro looked up from his veranda and saw his parents. A pained smile crept on his lips, 'A war… The kingdom is in danger…' he bit his lip and sighed. He proceeded back to the room.
'What should I do to help? The Great Western Nation is a strong nation… Will our tactics affect them? It's been decades since we headed to war…' the black haired prince paced.
"Niichan, what's wrong?" the young prince asked yawning. His chocolate brown hair was swaying as he rubbed his eyes. His eyes were lovely emerald in color.
Takahiro smiled and walked up to his younger brother. He sat beside the child, "Nothing Misaki, Niichan was just thinking about something… Why aren't sleeping? Shouldn't you be in your room now?" he ruffled his brother's hair.
"But Niichan, I want to hear the story about the legendary knight before I go to bed" the little prince whined.
"Okay, I'll read it to you. Come here" Takahiro chuckled and carried Misaki in his arms. He walked into halls with his brother in his arms.
"Misaki-sama! Misaki-sama!" a maid called out, looking around with a worried look at her face. She spotted Prince Takahiro.
She ran towards him, "Oh my! Takahiro-sama, I'm sorry! The young prince disappeared from his room… I'm glad that he's with you… I'm sorry for my carelessness" she bowed.
"It's alright, he always run around the palace," Takahiro smiled.
"I will take him to his room now, your highness" the maid gestured to get the young prince.
"It's alright, I will take him to bed. You can go back to your work now"
The maid bowed, "Thank you, your highness"
"Good night Mitsu-chan!" Misaki waved at his babysitter.
"Good night dear Prince…" she smiled and left.
Takahiro brought Misaki to his quarters, "Now Misaki, don't go around the palace without a maid with you. Someone might get you and take you somewhere" he warned as he laid Misaki on his bed.
"Don't worry Niichan I can protect myself! And you said that the legendary knight protects kids from harm" the brunette grinned.
Takahiro tucked Misaki in, "Yes, yes, but still… You shouldn't wander around with anyone… Now… with the story…"
"Wait Niichan, I don't want the story tonight… Do you know why Otousan and Okasan are sad?" Misaki asked.
Takahiro was taken aback by this sudden question. How could a child at the age of eight notice such thing? The older prince forced a smile, "Misaki, they are just dealing with problems in the kingdom. Don't worry okay? You should just think about your classes with your tutors.." The older prince sighed.
"Eh…" Misaki pouted and folded his arms. The young prince never liked his tutorial classes. He often skips his classes and run off with his classmate, Takatsuki Shinobu, the son of Marquis Takatsuki.
"But I just want to play outside with Shinobu" Misaki mumbled and flopped on his bed.
"Sensei's boring… He just read from books and babble…" the young prince chuckled.
Takahiro sighed and let out a soft chuckle, "But as prince you shouldn't run away. You should pay attention to your tutor. Learning is a must for a prince like you. Someday, you'll use that knowledge for the kingdom's sake,"
The young prince stared on his pillow in guilt, "Okay, I promise"
Takahiro covered his brother with the bedsheet, "Good… now sleep well Misaki…"
"Good night Niichan" Misaki smiled and closed his eyes.
War will wage between Futsu Kingdom and Great Western Empire which will change the fates of many. The battle for freedom and power will start.