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Chapter 23: Ceremony
Today was a day of celebration for some, mainly in the newly established South territory named the Destiny Kingdom. It was the day of the new leader's official crowing. The Main town of the new Destiny Kingdom was now completely built and was available to be homed by any. Already evolved Eevee from all over the continent have been arriving to visit the Kingdom while some were making new homes and were welcomed. There was an influx of Espeon and Umbreon at a number. A few of the Espeon was because of the knowledge a Prince from their clan was to become the King who they respected.
However there have been from every territory, Jolteon, Glaceon, Flareon, some Leafeon and even some Vaporeon from their homes decided to live in there for a fresh new start. But I couldn't be fully populated yet as the villages were currently under construction while the main town was populated quick. Even some from the Eeveelution Kingdom have moved into the Kingdom.
There was a small crowd gathering just outside of the Main Square in front of the home of the Alpha's home which was where the crowning would be to take place on the upper part. It mainly consisted of people who knew the Prince but some who wanted to know the first leader of the new Kingdom.
King Ventus was going to be present as he was selected to be the one to crown the Prince who was to become the Kingdoms Alpha. Asra's family all were attending as was Carly's family. Even the Alpha's from the Umbreon Kingdom would be attending today as a sign of friendship towards the Kingdoms. A couple more like the Flareon and Jolteon who were friends with the Alphas of the Espeon decided to attend in good faith.
Asra a few days ago was given permission to finally move into his new home as the society was being established quickly. Some Royal guards from the Espeon and Umbreon also decided to come and become the Destiny Kingdom's Royal guard in good faith to the new Alpha's. But no many were made yet.
In the Yard of the Alpha's home stood King Ventus and Drake. They were waiting patiently for Asra as the ceremony would be beginning shortly. King Ventus was wearing a big necklace made of many shaped crystals together. This necklace was worn by all Alpha's on a ceremony like crowing a new king. He wore his as it shined in the sun a little.
They were looking on to the entrance and Drake spoke "What is taking them, the ceremony to crown him will be beginning soon". King Ventus smiled towards the Flareon Royal guard "Don't worry Drake, It is probably just nerves, I was like this when I was being crowned by my parents when they stepped down as King and Queen".
Drake looked back at the entrance saying "Was it tough initially, Your Majesty". Ventus nodded to him "At first it was, but once I got used to the duties and when Pearl became a Queen I was able to settle it in. Asra will be fine and a great King. He proved that to me in the day of the conflict". Drake smiled towards this and looked at the home "I admire Asra for what he stands for, it takes bravery to stand for those beliefs". King Ventus made a chuckle towards this "Well I also hold onto them as well, so I know how he feels".
They looked at the door to see nothing was still happening. Inside the home Carly was walking down the hall approaching the Alpha's room. She hadn't officially moved here yet due to not being made a Queen yet but Asra could make an exception. She came to the door and opened it. She looked inside to find the Prince sitting at the balcony. She smiled towards this and begun making her way over.
Once she came behind him she said "You okay Asra". She stood beside him as they could see the main Square where the ceremony would take place. A big crowd was gathering but it wasn't too big yet. Asra looked down to this "I'm nervous about this". Carly was surprised by this "You nervous, you're becoming King, people respect you".
Asra nodded towards this and looked to her "It is just lots of people are here, and they will be looking to me now. I am still not one hundred percent sure I am the right choice". Carly narrowed her eyes a little before saying "Asra, you need to stop doubting yourself". Asra looked down and said "I don't know, I just feel I wouldn't be that good". Carly rolled her eyes and then used her front paws and pushed him onto his back.
It caught him off guard as she stood above him which surprised him greatly "What are you doing". Carly stood above him and looked him in the eyes "Now Asra listen to me okay". Asra nodded slowly as she spoke "Stop doubting yourself. You will make a great King… I said it once and I will say it again…You are kind, caring, you place the needs of others before your own, your selfless and you care for those close to you… and cute" Asra made a blush towards this when he heard that last part as she leaned her head down and planted a kiss on his cheek which settled him down quick.
Once she finished she smiled at him before she stepped off of him and allowed him to get back up as she continued "Ventus and I both say this and that will make you a great King. Now stop doubting yourself okay" The Shiny Umbreon smiled towards him as he stood back up "Was pushing me on the floor necessary". Carly tilted her head and said "No…but I want to do it".
Asra narrowed his eyes and made a little smile "You are slightly mean aren't you". The Shiny Umbreon spoke back at this "If saying nice things about you and calling you cute is mean…I'd hate to think was evil would be". Asra rolled his eyes as he sat beside her but nodded "Okay Carly, you made your point. I will stop worrying for now". The Shiny Umbreon smiled victoriously "Good Asra, because have doubts about yourself can really affect you more than you think".
Asra looked towards her but she quickly said "And I don't see why you are nervous, at least people will see you as a King but how could anyone think of me as a Queen much less a Princess". The blue eyed Espeon looked to her now and asked "What do you mean?" The Shiny Umbreon looked a little down "Well I'm not even born of Royalty…I'm not Royal blood. And no one really knows me either…How do you think they would respond well to me".
Asra now understanding her doubts said to her "Well…yours ended the conflict a long time ago and you are well respected and". He placed a fore limb on her back "you are the only one I love, I believe you will be a great Queen". Carly looked up to him "Well that's another thing because I am not 18 yet I can't become your Queen yet".
Asra looked back but had an idea "Well you are my Princess until then". Carly rolled her eyes and looked into his eyes "You sure do know how to lighten the mood don't you". Asra made a slight chuckle "Well someone has to". Carly feeling motivated by Asra moved forward and pressed her lips against his and held him into a kiss. Asra was captivated by it and he returned the feeling
They held it for a moment before they pulled back. Carly smiled and looked down a little "Thank you" Asra smiled deeply to her "Well my dad was the same, he wasn't born a Prince but people respect him as a King now". Carly tilted her head a little thinking before she said "Maybe…" Suddenly the door opened where a Vaporeon opened the door "I hope I am not intruding Prince Asra".
The pair turned to him and said "No not at all. What is it?" The Vaporeon stood at the door saying "Just to let you know sir, King Ventus is ready for you now". Asra nodded to this "Thank you". The Vaporeon nodded before leaving the room. Asra and Carly looked to each other as Asra said "Well let's get this done". They nodded to each other before they walked their way out of the room and made their way downstairs into the main room.
They went to the door and walked out to find King Ventus and Drake waiting for them. They stepped towards them and Ventus smiled "Today is the day Asra. You ready". The Espeon Prince nodded slowly "As ready as I can be". The Jolteon King made a smirk towards this "That's really anyone can be," Ventus then quickly spoke "Queen Pearl sends her apologies she couldn't be here today, but in her condition she can't make the distance". Asra smiled to this "It is okay I understand, not long now till you become a father don't you". Ventus nodded "I know I am excited for the day. She does however send her regards and best wishes to you both".
The Pair happily smiled towards this before Ventus continued "Shall we be off then, don't want to keep everyone waiting longer". Asra dropped his head a little before the four begun to walk and exited the gate. They could see a crow of all evolved Eevee standing in chatter at the moment. Fortunately for them, the small Royal guard Force already created in the Destiny Kingdom was keeping it in order.
Hey saw a stand where some were standing on consisting of the Espeon, Umbreon, Flareon and Jolteon Alpha's who wished to be here to witness the start of a new Kingdom. Other individuals such as Asra's brother and sister and Carly's father and brother. Asra could see his friends at the front of the crowds. They looked to him as Tiago, Cheryl and Mace were all giving him a paw up and wishing him good luck today and Asra nodded to them.
Ventus walked onto the stand and Drake stood at the side of it. Asra followed closely and made his way next to his parents who were also wearing crystal necklaces same as Ventus such as all the Alpha's attending. Pearl and Cortez were sat nearby. Carly then walked and stood beside her dad and brother who were next to Queen Ava and King Rawk. Cortez was not looking impressed. The reason he came was to see how the ceremony worked not for his brother being crowned as he was still annoyed about it.
Ventus was watching the crowds as he stood up front of the stand and looked towards the crowd. There was a Leafeon with a tray strapped to his side holding one crystal necklace. Ventus then held up one paw and the noise was dropping quickly until it eventually became silent. Ventus then begun "People, citizens or guards. Today is an occasion to all today".
"Today we celebrate the beginning of a new Kingdom to all. Some of you already have made this new Kingdom your home and more are wanting to make this Kingdom your home. In my eyes one thing is sure that it will become a great kingdom for all Evolved Eevee". There was cheering towards this for a brief few seconds before Ventus continued "But there is still work to do, the new Kingdom: Destiny may not be finished yet but it is growing strong fast and I myself was honoured to play a part in helping in its construction for you all".
More cheers were heard for a brief moment before Ventus signalled them to stop. Asra was amazed by how Ventus spoke "Now however, is the time of the crowning. I know some of you know who it is that is becoming a new leader today, and some of you don't. But he comes with my approval. One of the noblest individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. As the First King of the Destiny Kingdom". Ventus turned around towards the blue eyed Espeon "Prince Asra… come forward". Asra begun to feel the pressure a little but he was nudged by his dad who was sat next to him "Go on Son, it is time". Asra nodded and he stood up and walked forward and stood beside Ventus.
He heard some cheering for him but Ventus spoke "Now Asra… I have watched you mature ever since I first met you. Only over a few months I saw how much you changed…Your compassion, your care and love towards your people and the one's close to you. In my eyes you have become a symbol". Ventus held up a paw and said "Now Asra. Do you swear for all actions you undertake from this point on… it will not benefit yourself, but will be towards the people? The one' you love and care for and to the future".
Asra bowed his head and closed his eyes "I do…I promise that no matter what, I will do my best for these people…I will do everything I need to do to make this Kingdom a great one". People heard what he said and cheering could be heard for him for saying that. Ventus took an end of the Necklace off the Leafeon and held it on one paw "Very good Asra… Now Everyone I name you formally Prince Asra of the Espeon Kingdom. Now King Asra of the Destiny Kingdom". Ventus then slipped the Necklace onto Asra's neck who opened his eyes to see this and immediately an uproar of people cheered towards him.
The Alpha's all were smiling. Asra looked towards his parents who nodded towards him. He looked to all the Alpha's who approvingly nodded to him and then to Carly who lovingly smiled to him and he returned it. He looked at the necklace now around his neck of how it was made of crystals. He was touched by it and he said "Thank you King Ventus and I promise everyone I will not fail this Kingdom".
More cheering and Applause was heard from the crowds and even some of the Royal guard joined in. Some of the crowd dispersed as they believed they were finished while other decided to stay for a moment. Asra turned as his parents approached him. Lyra pulled Asra into a hug before saying "I am so proud of you Asra". Dalis agreed as he placed a paw on Asra's head and rubbed his fore head a little "You are now grown up Asra". Asra looked to see Pearl come over and happily say "My big brother Asra… now a king, I bet you feel grown up don't you". Asra tilted his head a little "Yeah maybe a little".
Asra then saw King Rawk and Queen Ava approach as Rawk spoke "Congratulations …King Asra… I look forward to seeing how well you lead this Kingdom". Asra bowed his head a little "Thank you King Rawk". Eventually the Jolteon and Flareon Alpha's also congratulated Asra and wished him success. He looked to Carly who walked up and stood in front of him "Congratulations my king". She pressed her fore head against his and Asra shared it "I couldn't have built up the courage for this without you".
Joey ran up and stood beside them "Wow Asra…a King. Are you going to be bossing me around now"? Everyone in earshot chuckled towards the young Eevee as Asra replied "Of course not Joey". Carly rolled her eyes "That's my little brother for you". Ventus stood forward and said out "Carly".
The Shiny Umbreon looked towards the King who stood close by and he indicated for her to step forward to him. Carly moved away from Asra and stood in front of Ventus as everyone watched. "Carly, I came to the understanding Asra chose you to be a Queen alongside him". Carly nodded and was expecting bad news like she couldn't "Unfortunately Carly due to your age you cannot become a Queen yet until you reach the age of 18".
Carly nodded her head "I understand King Ventus". But Ventus immediately smiled to the Shiny Umbreon "But we can work around that a little". Carly shot her ears up as Asra too paid attention". Ventus said as another Leafeon stood forward with a tray next to Ventus "You may not be able to be Queen yet but… I have something else in mind". Carly watched with great curiosity as Ventus continued "You promise as soon as you reach the age of becoming Queen…you will to help, lead and guide the people of the Destiny Kingdom towards a great future alongside King Asra".
Carly bowed her head "Yes your majesty. I do". Ventus then took hold of another crystal necklace "Then Carly…I name you Princess Carly…Future Queen of the Destiny Kingdom". Carly was shocked by those words as Ventus placed the necklace around her neck and she looked up "King Ventus…" She was in shock as Asra, Thomas, the Alpha's all cheered towards this as Carly was wide eyed "Really…I didn't think I could have anything done yet".
Ventus shook his head "No we never said anything about Princesses in the laws of Royalty". Carly smiled happily and bowed her head "Thank you…King Ventus". Asra came and stood beside Carly "See Carly… I knew it would work out for you". Carly smiled deeply and nuzzled the side of Asra's face lovingly. The shiny Umbreon relaxed a little and said "Thank you Asra". She then kissed Asra's cheek as a thank you which Asra accepted.
The Alpha's then approached as Thomas hugged Carly "Wow my daughter now a Princess. Somehow King Asra…you made my dream come true that my daughter will have a great life". Asra nodded towards the Adult Umbreon "I am happy to make that dream come true sir". Carly nuzzled against Asra again as Drake came and stood over "Well congratulations to you both your majesties".
The pair smiled towards the Flareon and Asra said "Your welcome Drake… and I want to thank you for a being a good friend and helpful". Drake bowed his heads "It was my honour…King Asra". Asra made a sigh towards this "It is going to take some getting used to being called King".
The Alpha's all chuckled towards this and Drake was about to take his leave. Asra saw this and walked forward "Drake wait a minute". The Flareon looked back to him "What is it Asra". The pair faced each other and said "I have something I want to ask you Drake. You have been a good friend to me… I trust you and you are a very capable Royal guard".
Drake listened as Asra continued "So I want to ask you…Do you want to become my general". The Flareon was taken aback by this question "You want me to become the General of the Destiny Kingdom… Leader of the Royal guards". Asra quickly nodded and Ventus was smiling to this "Yes Drake…I couldn't think of anyone better then you".
Drake looked towards King Ventus who stepped forward "It is your decision Drake…I approve of his idea though…You are a capable Royal guard…I bet your father would be proud". Drake begun thinking for a few moments before he gave his answer to Asra "I would be honoured to King Asra". The blue eyed Espeon smiled happily to this "Great Drake... I don't think I know anyone more capable then you do".
Drake came and bowed his head before Asra "Thank you Your Majesty. I am honoured to be given the opportunity". Asra felt flattered by this "Great… all the formalities now". The Alpha's all laughed as Ventus said "Well. They chose to do it. I don't know why sometimes". Carly stood next to Asra saying "You are already planning ahead and you just became King".
Asra smiled towards this… Now he had become King of the Destiny Kingdom. It was a big change but he was ready for it with Carly by his side who was now Princess Carly and would soon become King. All Alpha's approved of the couple and the decisions.
Alright let's finish there. Not finished yet folk's last chapter coming up next. So prepare for the end. Hope you enjoyed the chapter and I will see you in the next Final Chapter.