CH 1

Royal Fiance

The Notes

It's been three months since Sota's almost death and Ichigo's confession, but the two love birds are at peace in Genovia. Sota's aunt is out of the hospital, his friend Kenta is working for a business company with the help fom his sister Amari. This story is going to reflect on Sota's father and his promise of the Imperial title with a sacrifice.

At the Palace...

Sota: Ichigo, hand me the tomato seeds please.

Ichigo: Ok, Sota it's hot out here and I think I've got a tan from the sun.

Sota: It is hot but when I'm done with the garden, I'll make some lemonade.

Ichigo: What kind?

Sota: What kind do you want?

(Ichigo thinks)

Ichigo: Pink lemonade.

Sota: Do you want a snack with it too?

Ichigo: Of course, and how about a desert?

Sota: Desert? What kind of desert?

Ichigo: A kiss from a handsome prince.

(Sota blushes)

Ichigo leans over and kisses Sota on the lips ever so gentle.

Sota: Ok ok, if you keep kissing me then I won't be able to make the lemonade and the snack.

Ichigo: But I love your kisses my sweet Sota.

Sota: Funny really funny.

(The two make their way to the kitchen and lemonade plus the snack was made)

Meanwhile...

King Isshin: So Yuzu, what do you want for this upcoming party you're planning?

Yuzu: Many things dad.

Karin: Define things?

Yuzu: Well...

Karin: Enough said.

(While talking, Ganju entered the room with a package in his hands)

Yuzu: Is that package for me Ganju?

Ganju: No Miss Yuzu, this package is for...

King Isshin: Is it my collection of bottled boats?

Ganju: Sorry sir but no.

Karin: I bet it's old junk, right?

*Sigh*

Ganju: Not even close, this package is for Sota.

King Isshin: How can you tell? It doesn't have a name on it.

Karin: There's a note with his name on it and I guess this package is for him.

King Isshin: Damn, well then I guess someone will have to tell Sota, anyone?

Yuzu: I'll get him.

*Footsteps*

Ichigo: What's with the package?

Sota: Yeah, it's really big.

Ganju: Sota, this package is for you and it has a note attached too.

Sota: Let me see the note.

~NOTE~

To Sota,

I promise that I will sacrifice things that matter less for the things that matter most, and that includes my family. When deciding how to spend my time and resources, I will think about fatherhood as an investment in the next generation and will put my own formerly selfish interests aside for the benefit of this family for which I have taken responsibility.

Love Dad.

Sota: This note...

Ichigo: Sota, what's wrong?

Sota: My father wrote this, it looks like he sacrifiaced something.

Yuzu: What about the package?

King Isshin: Yes, open it up.

(Open the package scared Sota a bit)

Sota: It's notes and more notes. I don't undrstand.

Karin: Sota, look there's a book with another note.

~NOTE 2~

Dear Sota,

Everyone in the world is just an ordinary person. Some people may wear fancy hats or have big titles or (temporarily) have power and want you to think they are above the rest. Don't believe them. They have the same doubts, fears, and hopes; they eat, drink, sleep, and fart like everyone else. Question authority always but be wise and careful about the way you do it.

Sincerly, Ojiisan.