AN: Hahaha. No. They're not brothers (Lucas and Nathan). It's a secret. Hahaha. Thank you for good the positive remarks.

Chapter 2:

The people of Armedes woke up early the next day. Everyone walked outside their houses to see Nathan Donne come home.

In the palace, Peyton paced back and forth in her room. She stopped to see herself in the mirror. Eyeing herself from top to bottom with her white gown and hair braided back with colorless jewels sort of forming a headband though they weren't connected. "You look fine." She whispered to herself as she found it quite hard to breathe.

Then a palace maiden called Peyton and guided her to the throne room where Nathan was to be welcomed. Her father was sitting on his throne and he was awed by his daughter's beauty, but she already sensed her nervousness.

"You look marvelous Princess." King Peter said as he stood up to hug Peyton.

"You talk like I'm not your daughter." Peyton joked as she smiled warmly at her father.

Meanwhile, a ship finally arrived and down came all the survivors of the battles looking dashing. The last go get off were Sir Jacques and his son, the most awaited Nathan Donne. The palace guards welcomed them and they led the parade. Sir Jacques rode their horses behind these palace guards.

The gates of Armedes opened and the trumpeters started playing. The whole land was suddenly filled with life and joy. Flowers were thrown to welcome these noble men. Nathan waved and smiled as they went on. Women screamed in excitement and men rejoiced in the return of victorious fighters.

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In the house of Lucas and his foster family, they could hear the welcoming sounds. They lived far away form civilization. They were in this paradise where grass grew so healthy. There was this river nearby and if you explore that river, it will lead to the end of a waterfall and a rainforest on the side. It was peaceful. That's why to hear such noise made them curious. They rushed over to the village.

Nathan was about to pass by. Lucas asked his father, "Why is everyone so thrilled? Have they seen this Nathan lately?"

His father smiled and replied, "They haven't and that's why they're thrilled. When Nathan was young, he was loved by everyone because of his wit and heart. Other than that, he was won so many wars for our land."

Lucas was impressed. "Hmm…" He said rubbing his chin. "Let's see this 'god'." He joked as the three of them smiled.

Nathan passed by still smiling and waving. Lucas observed this fellow from head to toe, but not for long. He passed by so quickly, and then Lucas and his parents went back immediately. On the way back, the father felt the need to hear from Lucas. "So…What say you Lucas?" He and his wife smiled as they waited for a reply.

Lucas walked past them, pretending to think deeply. "Well. He is good looking. Smiled and waved a lot. But…" He then turned around and had this cocky look on his face. "I could do that to." He joked as he made an impersonation. They kept laughing as they walked home.

INTHEPALACE

Everyone's faces lit up, hearing the people cheer. They knew that the parade has already started. Everyone but Princess Peyton smiled.

She tried to smile but she found it hard to even just breathe easily. She put her hand on her chest taking deep breaths. Her father noticed this and then he held her hand. "Relax Peyton. You and Sir Nathan will be OK. You were friends after all." He said as she felt better.

"Thank you father. You always know what to say. Even if you are the king, you always have time to…I don't know…See me." Peyton said smiling at King Peter.

As the sound of cheering got louder, the palace grew more excited. Then, a silence filled the palace. The parade was over. Nathan was outside the palace and about to come in. Upon doing so, time seemed to stop. Finally he and Sir Jacques came in.

Peyton took one look at Nathan and a rush came over her. Her face finally lit up and her eye never left this magnificent guest. Nathan walked slowly to the king as his eyes explored the throne room. Then, he kneeled down in front of the king. He took a bow saying, "You Majesty, thank you for accepting me. It is an honor."

He faced the king and King Peter said, "It is my honor too." Nathan smiled and bowed down to the Queen as well.

Then Nathan saw Peyton standing at the left side of the king, staring at him with a breathtaking smile. Nathan was blown away as he stood up taking a step closer to the princess. Still in awe, Nathan held Peyton's hand and kissed it upon bowing. After which he said, "My lady. You look…" He was unable to complete his sentence as he looked at her again.

The people in the palace smiled at each other. They could feel the chemistry between the young hearts. The smooth and charming Nathan was speechless. This made Peyton blush so she spoke up, "Finish you sentence tomorrow." She joked as they all laughed. "It's great to have you back good sir."

They just smiled at each other as the king and queen looked at each other in excitement. Sir Jacques was happy to see this sight.

Regaining his composure, Nathan went back to his father. The maidens accompanied them to their respective rooms. Upon leaving, the eye contact between Nathan and the princess didn't break.

Later on, the princess walked back to her room with a giddy smile on her face. The prince was in his room. He lied down on his bed as he had flashbacks of Peyton's appearance and they're short moment. The princess was exactly in the same state after she entered her room.