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A/N- I know that his chapter is short, but it was originally combined with chapter 15. However, that chapter was too long, and, seeing as how chapter 15 is the last, I thought you might like me to extend the fic. Please enjoy, and, as always, review.
To Love a King
Chapter Fourteen
Unbeknownst to Allison, preparations for her wedding to Gregory had begun immediately after news of their betrothal was made public. When their son was two months old, Gregory and Allison were married in a grand church ceremony attended by any person who could find a place. Tears fell down Allison's parents' faces as they watched their daughter be wed to a king. Remi, Brenda, and Genevieve watched happily as their friend's dreams came true. Gregory stood at the end of the isle, his face shining as he watched his bride float joyously towards him. After the formal ceremony, the courtiers performed the most elaborate masque they had ever undertaken. Allison and Gregory danced with only each other the entire night, their eyes glowing with complete happiness and love.
That night, they consummated their marriage, both finding it amusing that for their union to be legal, they must lay with each other, though they already had a child. In the morning, Allison sat upon a throne in front of her servants and ladies in waiting as their official queen. She continued her visits to the city, therefore the people continued to adore her, much more so than they ever had Lisa. As the young prince grew, people would whisper blessings to Allison for her son's health, and Allison would smile companionably and thank them for their well wishes. One day, three months after the wedding, Genevieve made an important announcement to Allison. "Your Majesty, may I have a word?" Genevieve asked respectfully.
"Of course, Lady Genevieve. Perhaps we should speak privately?" Allison asked, gesturing towards her chambers. Genevieve nodded in agreement, and the ladies went into Allison's presence chamber.
"I have wonderful news!" Genevieve exclaimed without preamble.
"Do tell!" Allison smiled in anticipation.
"I am betrothed - to Duke Plainsboro! I know it would not have happened but for you! Oh, thank you, dear friend! Dear queen!" Allison laughed.
"I assure you; I had no knowledge of it. I do give you my congratulations, though. A duchess - how fine for you."
"How could you not have known? I was certain you told His Majesty about my…unfortunate situation. I thought he gave my name to the duke."
"No, I told him no such thing. I would not be surprised that he knew, however. There is nothing in this court the king does not know of."
"Well, even if you did not tell him, I am sure my being your friend encouraged His Majesty to suggest me to his closest friend, rather than another lady in need of a husband." Allison granted her friend a small smile and one short nod. "Thank you, Your Majesty." Genevieve said. Allison wrapped her arms around her friend.
"It is Allison, Gene. To my friends, I shall always be Allison."
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James and Genevieve were married one month later, just before Christmas. While the ceremony was understandably smaller than the Majesties', it was still beautiful and well attended. A banquet followed, and one could tell that the bride and groom were happy together, and that love would come shortly of their growing affection. The morning after the wedding, Remi asked to speak with Allison. They dined together that evening, Gregory willing to sacrifice his wife's presence in order to attend to some business. "I spoke with my parents." Remi began.
"Of what?" Allison asked.
"My betrothal."
"Oh. And…what did they say?" Allison questioned, nervous for her friend.
"They agreed to let me meet him before the wedding. He shall come to my parent's residence in two weeks to call on me." Remi explained matter-of-factly.
"You do not sound excited."
"I know not what to do. I have not thought beyond convincing my parents to arrange a meeting."
"Do not act differently than you normally do. You would not want him believing his intended is someone she is not."
"Absolutely. I do not wish to fool him."
"Good, then do not. Show him that you are intelligent, yet obedient. You can be obedient, can you not?" Allison joked. Remi laughed at her friend's jibe.
"Of course." Remi defended herself before clarifying, "To my husband." Allison giggled and nodded.
"I have a question for you." She said.
"Go on."
"When Gregory first called for me, I asked you for advice. You have never been married, yet you know so much about being…taken. How ever get you acquire such information?" Remi laughed awkwardly.
"I have an elder sister who was married three years ago. She told me of her experiences."
"You told me once that you had experience of your own."
"Yes, because you needed to believe someone close to you had been through what you were going to go through. I apologize for the lie, but it did help you."
"I am not angry with you, Remi. Your advice was helpful, and I have always been grateful for that. You are a virgin, then?" Remi nodded. "Well, if ever you need advice from me, you need only to ask."
"Trust me; I certainly will need you someday. Indeed, it would seem I already do." Allison smiled and met her friend's eyes. A deep understanding passed between them of the help they had given each other and the help that was yet to come.
A/N- The next chapter is the last, and it's already written, so if you want a quick posting, please leave me some reviews! Thanks!