Part five: City walks, the king, My Queen...
Canton City...
Pillage smile was big as he watch Cobra look around in awe. It was just like any other city sure, but the idea and the history upon the foundation of the Football Gridiron was a ever present factor of the area. And with the beginning of autumn, the excitement for the holiday seasons was a buzzing everywhere.
Cobra: It's amazing how much can change in just a few decades...
Pillage: I know. Imagine our surprise when we found out way back in 1920 how much had changed before we got there.
Cobra chuckled at that.
Cobra: I can, happen to me as well. You should have seen my reaction to Henry the Eighth *shivers*, mankind can be very messy.
Pillage was silent at that, mulling the question he wanted to say.
Pillage: So...you also had times where you questioned Humanity of Earth?
Cobra nodded silently.
Cobra: 1960s and 1970s crisis prime examples...My lady made sure i was never involved in mankind questionable affairs.
Pillage was silently relieved to hear that, as he knew exactly what Cobra was talking about. He heard something growling, promoting Pillage to look around. Then he realized it came from next to him, turning to the now blushing Cobra.
Cobra: Sorry about that, all this walking got me hungry.
Pillage: Understandable...*sees a familiar tavern* I have an idea where to eat.
Benders Tavern...
Cobra: Fascinating Tavern Pillage! So much history and charm.
Pillage: *Chuckled* Well it's been around for over one hundred years.
Benders Tavern was the perfect spot to rest and eat after showing the England Rusher around Football City.
Cobra: Are you sure your alright paying?
Pillage: *smiled* Of course, my treat.
Cobra: Well if you need me too-
Cobra eyes widen and he grinned when he saw his order set down in front of him, Glacier Bay Crab Cakes. Pillage chuckled as his order was placed next, a Malibar Shrimp dish.
Pillage: Sea food joint, i figured you feel at home here. You aprrov-
Cobra: Yes.
Pillage smirked as they dug in.
Pillage: So...given the two had four children your comment was correct.
Cobra: Heh, yeah. They are a handful even as adults...then again even as adults humans will always need their parents.
Pillage: Amen to that.
Cobra: *Takes a drink* Charles and Anne were well behaved when i started to gain other duties. At the time i actually began to watch over them when My lady and Lord were doing events, around the time George VI health began to decline.
October 1951,
Princess Elizabeth: Now you got everything correct Cobra?
Cobra saluted before nodding. Charles and Anne were playing around with the governess as Cobra kept an eye to make sure they were safe.
Cobra: Make sure Charles attends to his studies, Anne is getting the nutrition she needs, make sure Catherine Peebles is well and assist her when needed, protect both your families and the country. All listed My lady. Now, are you ready for this? This is your first royal visit to a foreign country after all...Toronto?
Prince Philp: Toronto, Canada yes. This is our first visit the country, so this will be a learning experience for us when the time comes.
Cobra: It is good to be prepared for the future.
The two smiled at the Rusher.
Princess Elizabeth: Cobra, are you sure you don't mind staying here? I know you wish to protect me.
Cobra: *Warmly smiled* You are in good hands already *motioning to Philp* not to mention your father is in need, so I wish to do my part and help eliviate some of the stress.
The princess and prince smile glowed as they hugged then Rusher, going to their children and hugging them while asking them to behave while they were gone.
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Within an hour they were gone. Cobra was roaming the halls when he saw the king in the halls, quickly walking up to him.
Cobra: Your highness?
King George VI: *Calm* I'm fine Cobra, just wished to walk.
Cobra nodded.
Cobra: Would you, mind if i join you sire?
King George VI smiled at the question, ushering the Rusher to join as they walked the halls.
King George VI: My daughter and her husband gone off well to Canada?
Cobra: Yes sire. They left instructions to all and to me while they are gone.
King George VI: Very good...
It was quiet between the two, until-
King George VI:- I was not suppose to be king you know.
Cobra: *Double take* Pardon? You were not to be king?
King George VI: *Shoke his head* My older brother was. Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David, or King Edward VIII. He was the oldest and was in line for the throne.
Cobra was hesitant to ask the question, but took in the courage.
Cobra: What happened?
King George VI: 1936, he abdicated the throne to marry an American named Wallis Simpson.
Cobra eye rose.
Cobra: Marriage...pardon me if i sound rude, but why would he abdicate the throne for marriage? Certainly there is another reason than a simple marriage?
King George VI couldn't help but give a sad smile and he placed a hand on the head of the Rusher.
King George VI: Have I ever told you that you are the most moraled being I have ever met...You are correct, The reason was that of the public eye.
Cobra: The public?
King George VI: Yes, she was divorcing a second time when she fell in love with my brother. In the eye of the people, especially the press, divorce is quite the stain on royal reputation.
Cobra: You mean...she was bonded before?
Now the king rose an eye.
King George VI: Bonded?
Cobra: Married, Rusher version is called bonded...you do not have to mention why she broke from the first two times, I have a feeling they are not pleasant and from the sounds of it not meant to be.
King George VI: Of course...my parents did not approve of their relationship, nor did the public eye. The eventually lead to his reign ending months after his coronation, and me being next in line i became king.
Cobra nodded, his eyes showing sorrow in them.
Cobra: How did you feel about all this sire?
He was silent, before taking a shallow breathe.
King George VI: I cried to my mother when i told her what had happened. I had felt the weight of my country fall onto me, the world was engulfed in conflict and my family was trusted into the crown. The war soon came and all those emotions of sorrow...the threw away to protect them all.
The king looked at the Rusher as they stopped.
King George VI: Be honest with me, Cobra...*looks at him* was i a good king?
Cobra was speechless at the question. He looked into the king's eyes...he saw sorrow, grief and loss. He saw the confusion and shock of events in the past. He saw courage and will to protect the people he loves. He saw love and care towards his duty and family...he was not just looking at a king, he was looking at a man who was meet with uncertainty in the past.
Cobra:...Yes. You are not just a good king, your a good son, father and man...George.
The king smiled grew at that.
King George VI: My real name, is Albert. I am King Albert Frederick Arthur George VI.
Cobra smiled as the two looked out onto the City.
Present...
Pillage was frozen in place, amazement on his face.
Cobra: *Turning his glass; sorrow* Albert Frederick Arthur George VI...King George VI was like any man, a title did not forgo the events he had experience. No title of leadership could take away the humanity of a person. It was a profound conversation...I just did not know it would not last long... That night when i joined my lady and lord on their trip to Kenya...everything changed.
February 6, 1952...
Cobra was cleaning his sword when the voices outside. Curious, he stopped and went over to the door, hearing Philp's voice...and then-
newspaper reporter: The King is dead..died in his sleep...
Cobra did not hear anything else, as he had passed out onto the floor from shock...
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COBRA?! COBRA?!
Cobra slowly opened his eyes seeing Princess Elizabeth, Prince Philp and the workers of the lodge around him, a thunderstorm going on outside. Cobra saw Elizabeth face, one tear falling from his.
Cobra: It's true...isn't it...he's gone.
The princess...no, the Queen nodded sadly. Cobra couldn't help but allow his tears to fall as he let out a quiet sob, the new Queen and Corsurt hugging him.
February 15
Cobra was next to Elizabeth and Philp as the funeral service had ended, his full mask covering his red face still stained with tears. It was a lovely service...one he had hoped would had not come till years later. The royal family walked in silence as they entered the castle. Away from the public eye, Cobra removed the mask and sat in the chair covering his face.
Cobra: How...how did it come to this?
Princess Margaret sighed.
Princess Margaret: I-I believe the stress of the war, as well as that smoking...just-took a toll on him.
Elizabeth: The doctor said he had Coronary thrombosis, and then...it was over.
Cobra trembled
Cobra: It's not fair...he was suppose to see you two grow, see his grandchildren grow...he was suppose to last for years...
Prince Philp: Cobra...it's not that simple. Humans lifespans very from health to events...
Cobra tears fell more, at this point the stinging in his eyes had dull greatly.
Cobra: H-He-too young.
Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon: I-I know dear...I-It'll be o-okay-
Cobra shoke and then-
Cobra: IT'S NOT! YOU LOST YOU HUSBAND AND THEY LOST THEIR FATHER! I-I-I
Cobra fell from the chair to the ground, everyone present going to him
Elizabeth: Cobra-
Cobra: Y-You weren't suppose to lose your father early like me..
That got them...the area got colder than the February whether at the line just said. The royals paled.
Price Philp: *low fear* W-What do you mean "Early like me"?
Elizabeth: Cobra...what, what happened before you came here? Why have we not heard of your parents till now?
Cobra tears began to stain the ground.
Cobra: M-My mother died before i got to know her...my father-
A tense and fearful chill was going around them.
Cobra: SUDDEN DEATH, THE BEING WHO WANTED THE CORE, KILLED MY FATHER...
Horrid silence filled the room. Princess Margeat covered her mouth in horror, Elizabeth's mother tears renewed as they silently fell, and prince Philp looked horrified and angry. Elizabeth was left in shock as all she could do was hug the Rusher as he let his tears fall, unable to hold in the emotions from recent events and from the past.
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Cobra: I, do not remember what happened next. I passed out after awhile...My lady, explained to me what happened after that-
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Elizabeth sighed as Cobra laid in the bed, closing the door to let him sleep. She sighed as she went into the room, seeing her husband and family.
Prince Philp: How is he?
Elizabeth: Asleep...i do not blame him though. It has been a long day for him, for all of us.
She sat down next to her husband. It had been a long day for everyone.
Princess Margeat: So, what now? You now are the Queen.
Elizabeth: First things firsts, we need to assure our country's well being as well as easing them into my rule. A date of the coronation must be decided.
Philp: With the changing times, would bring the coronation to the screen be beneficial.
Elizabeth: Yes i believe that would be a splendid idea.
Princess Margeat: We should also start the guest list in advance, so we will have time to plan.
Elizabeth: Another splendid idea...now we got this out of the way, let's us think about a more, personal matter.
Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon: Cobra, correct?
She nodded.
Elizabeth: Cobra has been a huge boon to us, we cannot lie on this correct.
They all nodded in agreement immediately.
Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon: Cobra had been right by my side when my Husband went through treatment while all task had to be done.
Princess Margeat: He has always been ready to help and serve, heh he's always making sure I'm alright after i go out and about in the country.
Prince Philp: It is safe to say, Rusherz have a strong sense of moral righteousness and dedication. Cobra has indeed shared his own wisdom and advice with us.
Elizabeth: Percisly..there for, as my first duty as Queen Cobra should be rewarded for his duty and dedication.
All three caught on immediately to what the new Queen wished to do.
Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon: D-Do you think he will accept?
Elizabeth: Only one to find out.
Present...
Pillage took a bite from his meal.
Pillage: I beleive i know what her idea was. When we were looking through your paperwork we saw your title...'SIR'. *smile grew a bit* I think i know what happened..
Cobra smiled again as he started eating again.
Cobra: Was a few weeks later really. The time of mourning had past as my lady called me to her cabinet.
April 1952,
Soon to be Queen Elizabeth was writing on some paperwork till she heard the door knock.
Elizabeth: Come in.
The door opened as Cobra walked in, thanking the servant who had delivered the notice.
Cobra: How are you doing my lady?
Elizabeth gave a small smile.
Elizabeth: As well as i can, I will admit doing some work has helped the process of the reality of my new position.
Cobra: *smile* I am glad to hear that my lady...is there something you need of me?
Elizabeth got up and brought Cobra over.
Elizabeth: Cobra, it is no secret that since your arrival has help ease some tension and has given us bright moments during even these dark times. My mother has said you have been around London making sure all is well. My sister has also express her admiration of your dedication to the royal family. My husband also says it has been a little easier with your presences. And i shall admit, your presences has been a peaceful and soothing persona has been a blessing to me.
Cobra was speechless.
Cobra: E-Elizabeth...
Elizabeth: Therefore, I do believe with my and my husband title changing, you are to receive one as well.
Cobra eyes widen as to what she was doing.
Elizabeth: Cobra, I wish to give you the title of a knight.
Cobra was stunned, nearly stumbling to the ground as the new Queen caught him.
Cobra: *Stun* K-kn-Kni-Kn-Kn-Knight.
Elizabeth: Yes, I-I do not know how long my reign will be, but knowing that England will have a protector of longevity and heart when my time comes will be releiving. I cannot think of anyone, any Rusher, who deserves the title. Cobra, what is your answer.
Cobra heart was racing, but he knew his answer already. He calmed himself, taking a few breaths. Cobra went to his knee, gently grabbing Elizabeth hand and looking up at her.
Cobra: I will be honor to be England's Rusher and Knight, MY QUEEN.
Queen Elizabeth smiled warmly as the room lit up for the new era.
Present...
Pillage: *Pays the check* Her majesty choose a great Rusher for the job and title.
Cobra smiled as the two left the tavern.
Cobra: And to think this was a year before her coronation.
It had became dark out, the night having started.
Cobra: Beautiful evening.
Pillage: It is...well, i suppose we should head back. We got alot of work tomorrow.
Cobra: Indeed...
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Watching from afar was a very familiar Anticorian, eyeing the new Rusher in anger.
Ankoro: So, England DOES have a Rusher and he's attached to the royal family...well then, i suppose it's time England got a PROPER taste of Anticoria.
He vanished into the shadows to let his other two companions know of this new development.
To Be Continued...
