Hi! So, I don't usually write on Sundays or Mondays, but right now I'm able to! I was actually planning on writing this chapter back on Saturday, but I got tired after writing chapter 3 of "The Crystal Kingdom Redux" lol. But here's the next chapter! I hope this is way better now :3
Disclaimer: I only own my FCs! Princess Cardia and Princess Cassandra belong to CprCovet. Blake Koopale belongs to Manyface-Blake.
Prince Sterling, the ruler of Stardust Land, sighed as he sat down his pen. He's been busy all day signing papers and was finally finished. The Prince leaned back against his throne and closed his eyes.
"Man, it's been a long day..." He sighed again.
Dorian, a young Poplin boy that works for Sterling, walked closer to the Prince after dusting off a table. "Oh! You're finally finished, sir?"
Sterling nodded. "Yep. Took a long time, but it's done." Sterling stretched his arms. "I'm so tired..."
As Dorian sat down the cloth, he yawned and also stretched. "Prince Sterling, you should throw a party one day."
Sterling chuckled softly. "Really? What made you think of that, Dorian?"
"Well," Dorian looked at the Prince, "Earlier today, I was thinking about the two parties Princess Krystal threw before. Everyone had a great time, and I think lots of people would have fun again if you threw a party." Dorian smiled. "Plus, you could use a break from all of those papers.
Sterling nodded as he listened to the young child. "You know what? You're right, Dorian! I should throw a party!" Sterling began to think. "Maybe I can have it soon. I'm sure a lot of people will be able to come."
Dorian then gave the Prince a playful smirk. "I'm sure Princess Krystal would come to the party."
Sterling blushed, hearing his girlfriend's name. He quickly looked away from Dorian, making the boy giggle. "Y-Yeah, she would." Sterling then looked up at the clock and gasped. "It's getting late. You should head home, Dorian."
Dorian's smile fell. "Aw. Alright."
Sterling gave him a smile and said, "Don't worry, we'll see each other tomorrow. And, you can help me plan the party!"
Dorian grinned. "Great! I'll see you tomorrow, Prince!"
After bowing, Dorian said goodbye and left the castle.
"Wow! That's a lot of people! I hope they'll come." Dorian said, looking at the pile of invitations on the table.
Two days have passed since they talked about the party. After planning everything, Sterling began writing out invitations to his friends and other royals around the Mushroom World. Sterling chuckled as he sat another invitation on the pile.
"I'm sure they will." Sterling smiled as he looked down at the large pile. "I think that's everyone. Now, I just need to take them all to the post office."
Dorian nodded. Then, he noticed another envelope next to the Prince. "Don't forget that one!"
"Oh this?" Sterling picked up the invitation. "I'm actually going to deliver this one personally."
"Oh ok!" Dorian replied.
Once they were finished, Sterling put the one envelope in his pocket and then grabbed the others. Then, he left his castle and made his way to the post office. Once he was there, he went inside and greeted the Toad inside.
"Hello! I've got a lot of letters that need to be delivered!" Sterling said.
The Toad smiled. "Sure thing, Prince!"
After handing the Toad all of the letters, Sterling waved, said goodbye, and left the post office. He looked around when he made it outside and smiled. Today was a beautiful day! He then spotted the forest and headed towards it. Sterling smiled again once he was in the forest. He really loved walking through it and admiring the stardust and crystals around it.
Soon, Sterling was out of the forest and arrived in Geode City, a location in the Crystal Kingdom. The Crystal Kingdom was right next door to Stardust Land and Sterling was very grateful for that. That meant he and Krystal would be able to see each other more. He walked through the city, waving and greeting the citizens that were outside. After going through a few Warp Pipes, Sterling arrived at the Crystal Castle. The guards outside the castle said hello and opened the doors for the Prince.
Sterling walked through the halls until he heard voices coming from the throne room. When he got closer, a small Toad girl walked out and almost bumped into him. Luckily, she stopped herself.
"Oh, hi, Prince Sterling. Are you here to see the Princess?" She asked.
"Hey, Melody! Yes I am. I actually have something to give her." Sterling replied.
Melody smirked and whispered. "Is it an engagement ring?"
"N-No, it isn't!" Sterling exclaimed, his cheeks now red.
Melody giggled. "Aw ok. Well, I'll see ya later, Prince! I gotta go dust."
"Alright. See ya, Melody."
With a wave, Melody walked away. Sterling calmed down after that and entered the throne room. When he did, he saw the Princess sitting on her throne. She smiled brightly when she saw him walk inside.
"Hi, honey! What are you doing here?" Krystal asked.
Sterling walked over to her and kissed her forehead. "Hi. I wanted to give you something."
"Really? What is it?" Krystal asked.
Sterling reached into his pocket and pulled out the envelope. He handed it to her and said, "I'm throwing a party soon and I'm inviting you."
Krystal smiled after opening the envelope and pulling out the invitation. "Wow! That sounds like fun! I'll definitely come!"
"Great! Well, I should head back to the castle. I still have some other stuff to do."
Krystal nodded and gave Sterling a kiss. They said goodbye and Krystal watched him leave.
As Sterling walked back through the forest, his mind went back to Melody's question.
"An engagement ring..."
Sterling blushed again. He really did love Krystal and wanted to be with her forever. He also thought about marriage from time to time. Maybe it's time for them to get married? Once he made it back to Stardust Land, he smiled to himself. His heart then fluttered as he imagined Krystal in a beautiful wedding gown. After thinking it over a little longer, before heading back to his castle, Sterling made his way to a jewelry store in the kingdom.
The day of the party finally arrived and all of the guests made it. Everyone was having a great time! Mario and Luigi were eating, Peach and Daisy were talking to Rosalina and Pauline, and Melody and Dorian were dancing and laughing. Sterling smiled, but started to feel a little nervous.
"Where is she?"
"Sterling?" The Prince turned around to see Peach and Daisy approaching him.
"Oh, hey you two." Sterling gave them a small smile. "Have you guys seen Krystal anywhere?"
Peach shook her head. "I haven't."
"Don't worry! I'm sure she's around here somewhere!" Daisy replied.
Sterling nodded. "You're right."
Peach and Daisy talked with him for a few minutes before making their way over to the Mario Bros. After talking to Blake, he walked over to Princess Cardia and Princess Cassandra, rulers of Fitness Land and Imaginative Land respectively. Then, as the three royals talked, Sterling felt a hand tap him on the back. He turned around and smiled, seeing who tapped him.
"Krystal! There you are! I've been looking all over for you!" Sterling greeted.
"Oh, I was talking with Queen Chanel." Krystal replied. "It's great to see you! You two Cassandra and Cardia."
"Same here, Krystal!" Cardia said.
Cassandra nodded in agreement. "It's been awhile!"
After talking with the two princesses, Sterling and Krystal danced together and talked for awhile. Krystal smiled and kissed Sterling on the cheek.
"I'm having a great time, Sterling!" She said.
Sterling chuckled and replied, "Me too. I'm glad you were able to come." Then, Sterling remembered something. "Hey, Krystal? Can you go to the garden with me? There's something that I wanna show you."
"Oh sure!" Krystal replied.
Sterling took her hand and led her outside. She smiled when they were in the garden. There were many roses, lilies, jasmines, and other beautiful flowers around them. Krystal looked at Sterling and smiled. "So, what did you want to show me, Sterling?"
Krystal watched as Sterling reached into his pocket and pull something out. Then, she let out a gasp. In his hand was a little black box. Her cheeks grew red as Sterling got down on one knee and opened the box, revealing the diamond ring inside.
"S-Sterling...?" Krystal whispered, her heart racing.
"Krystal, will you marry me? I've been wanting to ask you that for so long, but I wasn't sure when it was the right time. So... will you?" Sterling asked, his face red.
Krystal stared at him, trying her best to hold back her tears. Then, she finally said, "Oh... yes, Sterling! Of course I'll marry you!"
Smiling, Sterling put the ring on Krystal's finger. He got up, pulled her close, and kissed her. The two pulled away when they heard two familiar voices coming from behind them.
"He did it! He finally did it!" Melody cheered as she jumped up and down.
"It's about time!" Dorian added.
"G-Guys!?" Sterling and Krystal blushed more. "How long have you been there?"
Melody giggled and playfully smirked. "Long enough."
Krystal and Sterling then saw Cassandra, Cardia, and Blake walk over to the two kids.
"Congratulations!" The three cheered in unison.
Sterling and Krystal laughed. They then hugged each other, feeling even happier than before.
That's it for now! I was thinking about also writing the next chapter for "The Crystal Kingdom Redux" tonight, but I'll try to post that tomorrow :)