AN: Well it certainly does feel good to be writing again. I'm back in the saddle :) Thank you all for the favs, comments, and follows. I also removed the Chapters that talked about not updating. Welp, onto the next chapter.
Chapter 10
Bonnibel Bubblegum sat upon her thrown in the Candy Kingdom ballroom. She wore her casual clothing which was entirely pink. Pink sneakers, pink jeans, and her pink hoodie. She admitted to herself that she should have changed or simply washed her hoodie, but at the present time, she didnt care what she looked like. Tear stains were visible as streaks and spots going down the front of her attire. Her eyes were still puffy and red from crying, as she rubbed them often due to irritation.
It was fairly quiet in the ballroom of the Candy Castle, despite having every royal of Ooo present. Even the Earl of Lemongrab, and the Ice King were present. Every single princess, king, and queen was present except for the Vampire Queen which confused her. Bubblegum scanned the small circles of conversation searching for Marceline.
'I thought I sent for Marceline. With such an important meeting I'm shocked she would turn down the opportunity to vote. None the less, we must get on with the meeting, and the sooner we vote, the sooner we all can go home. Glob only knows I need sleep.'
Bubblegum stood up and addressed the esteemed leaders. "Attention royals of Ooo, I ask if you could all have a seat so we may get this meeting over with." Bubblegum didnt have to raise her voice because of the low volume of conversations in the room. All the royals simply looked to her and sat in their designated seats at the long table that cut the ballroom in half. It grew deathly quiet as the final few took their seats.
"Thank you all for attending this meeting of the royals of Ooo. It has been a very eventful past couple of weeks and I'm sure you would all like to go home to your families and kingdoms." Bubblegum looked at them collectively waiting for a response. When none came she continued speaking. "I don't want this to drag on so we'll have to make it short. I have called this meeting to discuss the situation and status of Finn the Human. This is an open subject and we need to decide on what actions need to be taken." A sort of silence filled the room. Nobody spoke up until one official stood and looked to the Candy Princess.
"I heard that he attempted to kill himself soon after the death of his brother Jake the Dog." The Duke of Nuts was standing while he spoke. "I am curious as to how his brother passed, and if there was a murderer, will they be put on trial?" The Duke spoke to no one specifically now, but was leaving the subject open.
Bubblegum was sitting on her thrown looking down at her hands. She had neglected to forget how fast word tends to travel in Ooo, and with that, rumors as well. She didn't want to have to re explain what happened to Finn for she would most likely break down and cry. "What occurred with Finn the Human is his and his brother's business. If and when he decides to open up about his brother's death we and the rest of Ooo will be here to listen and support him." Bubblegum didn't look up to meet the many eyes that watched her while she spoke. She just continued playing with her hands.
"Mother Princess, do you know the status of the Human!?" Lemongrab now stood looking at Bubblegum while he yelled, which wasn't necessary.
Bubblegum put two fingers to her right temple and closed her eyes. A headache was stirring. She didn't open her eyes when she spoke. "Lemongrab, please don't yell. There is no need for it, and I cannot stress enough how much I want you to stop." Bubblegum paused for a minute with her eyes still closed. She then continued speaking when the pain began to subside. "I do know that Finn is in stable condition and once again eating. He hasn't been granted the privilege to leave the hospital for we need to observe and evaluate where he stands on his mental health. It is my belief that he wont be going far from the Candy Kingdom ER for a while."
Lemongrab slowly sat down and folded his hands on the table. He began speaking to the Princess again. "We need to vote on convening a temporary protector of Ooo. With the human out of commission for the time being I feel it would be wise to put such a matter to a vote. I don't care for most of the other kingdoms, but there is still the looming threat of unknown danger upon my lemonlings."
Princess Bubblegum nodded her head in agreement with Lemongrab's statement. "That is the reason for this meeting. We all need to make a decision." Bubblegum looked at the other officials and raised an eyebrow. "Any suggestions would be most appreciated as to who or what should be the Land's temporary hero?"
One official, the High Wizard, stood immediately and began speaking. "The Wizard Kingdom would be proud to put forth a task force of wizards and witches to protect Ooo." Bubblegum was about to respond to the offer, but didn't get the chance for the Princess of the Warrior Kingdom stood and slammed her fist on the table.
"With all due respect High wizard, The Warrior Kingdom and its people should be the ones to supply Ooo with its heroes! It is in our blood to fight, so I feel it should be our duty to protect the land! No offense High Wizard, but fighting isn't exactly in your heritage. Just because you hold a "fight" between wizards every once and a while, does NOT make you a fighting people!"
"Uh-Oh! Will there be a fight?" Ice King jutted in while pulling a bucket of popcorn out of his beard.
"Yes! Lets settle the matter of who should protect Ooo with a battle!" Warrior Princess was more than happy to put forth her best Warriors to face the Wizards and witches of the Wizard Kingdom.
"No! There will most certainly not be a fight, battle, or even an arm wrestling contest!" Bubblegum had to be firm to calm down the royals. She couldn't help but roll her eyes and smile a bit at the Warrior Princesses feisty nature though. 'Always looking for a fight' Bubblegum thought with a chuckle.
"WP!" Bubblegum shouted out of nowhere. Warrior Princess snapped her head towards Bubblegum and smiled. "Heel!" Bubblegum shouted playfully and winked at Warrior Princess. Warrior Princess smiled as a bit of red colored her face. She nodded and sat down in her seat, pulling the hood of her cloak half over her head. 'She still likes me' thought Bubblegum with a smile. 'I'll have to speak to her personally after the meeting.'
"Princess Bubblegum, which Kingdom shall enlist it's people to assist Ooo?" The Duke of Nuts spoke up so they could finish the meeting.
"Well this is a voting matter. So, all in favor of having the Wizard Kingdom's task force protect Ooo please say 'I'." Bubblegum neglected to raise her hand, as did most of the royal officials. "Alright then. All in favor of letting the Warrior Princess's people protect the Land of Ooo, please say 'I'." This time Bubblegum raised her hand along with Warrior Princess, the Duke of Nuts, Earl of Lemongrab, Ice King, and a few others.
"Then it is decided. The Warrior Kingdom will put forth its five best to serve the land. The help they will supply is most appreciated and I feel that I'm speaking for everyone here when I say that we are all grateful for their assistance." All the dignitaries nodded in agreement with Bubblegum's words, including the High Wizard. "Alright then everyone, thank you for coming to this meeting. You all may return to your kingdoms. I will be sending messengers regarding Finn the Human's recovery. Safe travels to all of you."
All of the dignitaries stood from the table and began leaving. Bubblegum rubbed her tired eyes and pulled back the sleeve of her hoodie to reveal a candy watch. 'Ugh! 9:30. Hmm I guess it isn't too late.' She smiled at the thought and started scanning the room for Warrior Princess. She found her just getting to the door and called for her. "Hey Warrior Princess!"
AN: Yup. Showing some other events that go on in Ooo for they impact everyone ;) and was the little WpxPB shipping alright? Hehe alright I'm out. Don't forget to fav, comment, and follow.