Hey guys sorry it's been awhile. So I had a very interesting day I met a well-known writer and I highly recommend his book it's called the mysterious game piece. Anyway so I came across a very interesting post and it gave me a huge inspiration for this chapter and I'm very sorry for this being late I was dealing with some major Wi-Fi issues. So here ya go. Enjoy
"WHAT!" Arthur and Alfred both yelled as the chairs fell back behind them. Arthur crossed his arms, "No, I refuse, I won't do it." Yao looked at him, disgruntled. "It's only one day and it's for publicity only," he tried to reason. Alfred still had his hands on the table still when he finally decided to speak up. "Well, it wouldn't hurt. I mean it's only for a day and we'll have people around us at all times, so I guess I'll do it," Alfred reasoned. Arthur turned on his heels, seething with anger. "Ugh, fine, but I'm only doing this once." With that he stormed out the room with Yao in pursuit.
Alfred ran with Hero, his German-husky mix, running at his heels. He stopped just outside the door he had been searching for. He knocked slowly waiting for a reply when Mathew swung the door open looking disheveled. "Hey Mattie, what's wrong?" he asked panting slightly. Mathew simply opened the door wider allowing Alfred in. Once Alfred stepped across the threshold all he could think was whoa. Much of the clothes were scattered about the room as well as books and pages. Mathew was scavenging among them in obvious distress. "What are you looking for?" Alfred asked stepping over a pile of clothes. Mathew stood up throwing his up in the air, "I lost the necklace, I lost mom's necklace." Alfred stopped and spun on his heels, "You what!" "I lost her necklace, I was cleaning and it's gone, poof." Alfred scowled, "Poof?" Mathew turned to his older twin, "Poof." Alfred sighed and took a quick look around. Mathew dropped the clothes in his hands, "I know you're nervous, you want my advice, don't you?" The older blonde's shoulders drooped, "Yes, what am I even supposed to do, I've never done this before." The smaller twin plopped on the bed, "Why you ask the inexperienced virgin is beyond me, but I think you should just…I don't know use this as a chance to find out more," he sounded uncertain. "Yeah I guess you're right," Alfred said brightening up. "Well there you go," Mathew said patting Hero on the head. "Speaking of which, make sure you find mom's necklace you're going to need it for the coronation ball," Alfred said. "Why?" "It's more for identification purposes," Alfred retorted. Mathew nodded. He got up and fixed Alfred's tie, "Now get going or you're going to be late," he said.
"I don't like it," Arthur said pressing his head on the desk. "No one said you have to like it," Leon said. Leon was a tall guy with brown hair and a light accent. He was from a small village that Arthur's home ruled over, Hong Kong. Arthur was reminded more of Yao the more he saw him though. Arthur lifted his head. "I agreed to become queen, I agreed to marry the insufferable fool, but I never agreed to this," he snapped. Leon strolled over to the desk and pressed his hands against it, leaning in close to the smaller blonde. Leon said, "I'm sorry, Your Highness, but you don't have a choice. If it helps just block it out and live in a small little fantasy world, it's not like you will be talking very much, Nǚwáng." Arthur thought about this when the unpleasant image of Alfred looming over him, kissing and biting his neck, speaking words that should be forbidden. Arthur groaned at the thought of his king in such a manner. "Fine, fine shoo away with you I have work to be done," Arthur said swatting Leon away as if he were nothing more than a fly. Leon dipped low in a bow and departed, leaving the queen with his turmoil thoughts.
Arthur stood present in front of Alfred, looking as regal as ever. They stood to the entrance of the palace gardens. Towering bushes stretched out on both ends with flowers and vines curling around its walls. To their left stood a group of five, all holding writing equipment. They were there to record everything Arthur and Alfred said and did, they would then report it to the kingdom. Not far off Yao, Leon, Mathias, and Mathew stood with Mathias giving them thumbs up. Arthur fought the urge to smile at their idiocy. "All right let's get this over with," he said to the smiling fool in front of him. Alfred held his arm out for Arthur, giving a smile of hope. The smaller man sighed and took it to Alfred's delight.
They began at the west entrance starting down the path. Alfred couldn't help, but feeling shocks running through him from Arthur's touch. They were both wearing traditional garments, but Alfred saw how well the smaller blonde's shirt fit his form well giving him a fuller look. Alfred saw their followers from the corner of his eyes. Alfred cleared his throat, "So, h-how are you today?" Arthur remained expressionless. "Well, enough and you as well?" he returned. "O-oh I'm fine," Alfred said rather quickly, "Um, well read any good books lately?" Arthur let go of him and gave him a confused look. "I didn't know you were illiterate?" he asked still in stride. Alfred blushed slightly, "Well, I-I'm not exactly, I mean I know how to read it's just I notice you like to spend your time in the library." It was Arthur's turn to blush. "I do like to read, and as to your question, yes, I just recently finished a rather good ghost tale," he said. Alfred tensed, "Ghost tale, oh that's…umm…interesting," his voice shook when he finished. Arthur raised an eyebrow as his voice hinted mischief, "Oh! Not a fan of ghost, are we?" Alfred gave a nervous chuckle, "Heh heh, it's just ghost aren't my type of thing." Arthur chuckled lowly at how childish Alfred could be.
They continued down the pathway, making turns left and right going nowhere in particular. The groups kept a good distance, but close enough to hear what was being said. After a few more awkward words they quieted down and walked for a bit. Arthur ran his hand over the bushes when he felt something sharp. "Ow!" Alfred stopped immediately approaching to see what was wrong. "Bloody Hell, I pricked my finger on a thorn," Arthur said cradling his finger. Alfred took out a blue cloth he had in his pocket, "Here, let me help." He took Arthurs hand and wiped away the blood, holding the cloth to the incision. They stood there in silence. Arthur looked down, blushing lightly. "Beautiful," Alfred breathed. Arthur shot up to see Alfred's eyes were unfocused, "I'm sorry, what?" Alfred shook his head. "Oh I'm sorry, I-I meant the flower," he let go of the smaller blonde to point at a vanilla white lily on the bushel. "O-oh yeah, lilies they're my favorite flower, I asked to have them planted about the garden," Arthur said slightly disappointed. Alfred perked up, "Well you have a great taste in flowers." Arthur smiled. "Shall we?" he gestured onward.
After that Arthur stayed quiet for the most part responding ever so often and smiling a little. Alfred seemed to talk about everything and nothing from his favorite foods to colors to whatever came to mind. They soon came across a small area. It had a light pink tea table with matching chairs and a bench a little ways from it. Alfred looked amazed as Arthur examined the table. "
Wow, my mother would've loved this," Alfred breathed. Arthur looked at him. "Oh is she back home?" he asked. At this Alfred looked sad as if an unhappy memory crossed his mind. "She passed away a while back after the war started, it's just been me and Mattie ever since," he said quietly. "I'm sorry, I didn't realize…I…you have my condolences," Arthur said attempting to cheer the to-be-king up. Alfred seemed to lighten at this. "Yeah, it's all right so what about you, where's your family?" he asked. Arthur tensed, "That isn't your business," he said shortly. The groupies huddled at the entrance as they moved on talking once more, getting more comfortable with the conversation. They found themselves at the table drinking tea and laughing.
Alfred wiped the tears from his eyes, "I think that's the funniest damn story I've ever heard," he said. Arthur chuckled taking a sip of tea. "You know I'm glad we got to do this. Now at least we can talk," Alfred said letting a smile settle on his lips. Arthur stopped in an instant and looked at the man across from him. Oh God, those perfect lips, that amazing smile his eyes. God just go away Arthur mentally battled. The queen straightened, becoming cold, "Indeed, I do believe this has been a good learning experience." "Right, right," he said quietly. Alfred caught a peek of the group they obviously wanted something to happen. Alfred stood and walked in front of the smaller man. He bent down to one knee, crossing one arm over his chest. He took Arthur's hand into his, remembering the feeling of his soft skin. "My Queen, it has been a pleasure spending this beautiful day with you, I am sorry to say, but I must take my leave, I will see you again soon," when he finished he pressed his lips to the smooth pale skin. He waited a second before standing again; making a slight bow he took his leave.
Arthur sat there still processing what had just happened. His hand tingled where Alfred's soft lips had met him. He didn't know whether to scream, swoon, or both. The groupies chattered away at what just happened, ignoring Arthur completely. He sat there for a few more minutes before he got up to leave. As he made his way through the garden he felt himself press his hand to his lips and starting to run, feeling the tears streak down his face. He found himself in the throne room with its high ceiling and painted angels on the dome. He had wiped away the tears when he heard someone enter. He turned to see the trespasser. Arthur stood gaping at the woman before him. Here the woman had long flowing brown hair with matching eyes. She wore a dress that cut off at the knees, but the back draped behind her. The dress was designed with a series of different hues of green and black. The woman who stood before Arthur was Elizabeta Héderváry, The Queen of Clubs.
So there you go hope you enjoyed it. Make sure you review. I am sorry about this being late I do try to update ASAP, but time's against me. Anywho Alfred courting Arthur is just amazing in my opinion. Hope you enjoyed my cliff hanger there. I'm so mean anyway stay beautiful and review byee