My Dear Cor,

The first and most important thing you can do, even as a young man, is to fear Aslan. Only by fearing someone do you learn from him, and Aslan is no different. Have a respectful fear for Him, and you will learn from Him. Only fools ignore what He has to say.

Secondly, listen to the instructions your mother and I have left you. I say naught of myself, but your mother was the wisest of women. Following her directions will always bring you good. I can say nothing about my own, other than I believe Aslan Himself wishes for me to write this to you.

Our instructions will keep you from making so many terrible mistakes as you come to be king. Following them will make you worthy of the crown that I hope I may live to see you wear. They will help you gain riches far greater than you can ever imagine.

One thing that you will learn, not far into your reign, is that many people will tempt you to do wrong. There will always be someone, even in your court, who wants you to do something for your advantage rather than that of the people. Ignore them. Cover up your ears.

You will be told that oppressing the innocent will bring you gain—it is the truth, but you will never truly enjoy that gain. Thieves will tell you that your power will keep the kingdom from ruin, but even their tongues are filled with lies.

Be a king of the people. Do not follow the dark path of those who think of themselves first and foremost. One day, they will be put aside, they too will be oppressed. They will always fall into their own traps. Do not follow them, Cor. Do not.

Common Sense, an old friend of mine, known as Wisdom, is crying out in Archenland. She begs to be heard. She yells, "Do not ignore me. Open your eyes!" She holds out her hand—will you catch hold of it?

Those who do not—they are destroyed by fools, by the simpleminded ones. Those who do are kept safe. Listen to her. Do not let her die alone. Let at least one man, one king of Archenland, listen to her cries, rule, and be wise.

Love,

Your Father

Author's Note: Yes, these letters are meant to be for Cor. I accidentally had the wrong name. Thanks for pointing that out, ResOmnesBeneFacere.

This chapter was supposed to be published last Saturday, but my internet decided to misbehave. Sorry about that.