Chapter 617 The King's Marriage 8
In the splendidly decorated golden hall, the royal musicians played hard, and melodious music echoed inside.
“Earl Price Parker—arrives!”
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“Earl Pearson Abbott—arrives!”
...
The ceremonial officer standing at the door continued to roll call.
The nobles of the Aldo Kingdom walked into the golden hall one after another.
Even though they are all important figures who rule this country, most of them still cannot restrain their inner excitement when entering this sacred temple.
Some people looked solemn, some were extremely reserved, some looked around, and some even had tears in their eyes.
The Kingdom of Aldo has a very vast territory, and there are many lords who are entrusted in various places. There are not many opportunities for the lords from all over the country to gather together.
Not all lords have seen such a huge scene, and some have never even been to the royal capital in their lives.
Most lords are automatically divided into groups based on region.
But some people seize this rare opportunity to expand their interpersonal relationships.
On the northwest bay side, Duke Henry Ferdinand looked at the mysterious smiles on the faces of Price Parker and others with a puzzled look on his face.
Poor Henry, when he set out on the boat with everyone, he had to return to the port because of severe seasickness, and then rushed to Jingyao from the land.
So he just arrived here.
The Duke asked strangely: "I think you are hiding something important from me. Also, where did Paul go? Why didn't you see him."
Derrick Heller Unable to hold it in any longer, he whispered in the Duke's ear: "Actually, it's like this..."
"Father in Heaven!"
After hearing Derrick's words, Henry Ferdinand's eyes were as big as those of an ox, with a look of disbelief on his face.
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In the side hall next to the hall.
The protagonist of this party, King Rodney XVIII of Aldo, is doing the final finishing touches to his clothes.
Several palace servants surrounded him, their eyes fixed on the king, checking for anything wrong.
Of course, there's more than just kings here.
There are several other core members of the royal family who will attend with Rodney XVIII.
The king’s wife, Queen Emily Rodney.
Prince Jassim Rodney, the king’s father.
The king's two younger brothers, Eureko Rodney and August Rodney, are now also princes.
The King's sister - his uncle's daughter - Princess Catherine Rodney.
The other one is Count Paul Grayman, who is about to become the king's brother-in-law.
The former Queen Phyllis and the other princess Eileen Rodney were not present, because according to Aldo tradition, women other than the queen do not need to attend such occasions.
Catherine is here, on the one hand because she is a figure who has an important influence on the politics of the kingdom, and on the other hand because the king is preparing to announce her marriage to the lords across the country here.
As for Paul, yesterday afternoon he was invited to the palace and met Catherine and Irene’s mother Phyllis. The future mother-in-law was quite satisfied with him and kept Paul for dinner and living in the palace. One night.
This morning, Rodney XVIII asked him to attend the audience of the lords with him.
It’s just that when Paul came to the side room, except for King Rodney XVIII, he was familiar with no one else, including Catherine, who was about to become his fiancée.
He feels slightly uncomfortable here.
"Your Majesty!" He asked softly next to Rodney XVIII: "Should I go to the hall and be with the other northwest lords."
After all, now His marriage to Catherine has not been announced yet. "Oh! No no! Paul." Rodney XVIII said with a smile: "You are about to become my brother-in-law. How can you be with other people? Of course you should be with me...with us."< br>
His eyes turned to Catherine, "We are a family, right?"
Katherine looked away expressionlessly, much to Rodney XVIII's displeasure.
“Young man!”
A voice sounded from behind, and at the same time Paul felt someone tap his shoulder.
He turned around and saw that it was Prince Jassim Rodney, the king's father.
“Oh, Your Highness the Prince!”
The prince smiled with kindness on his face, “Just call me Uncle Jassim, just like Catherine.”
"I learned a lot about you from His Majesty. You are an excellent child. I believe you will take good care of Catherine."
Paul nodded firmly on his face, "Please don't worry, I will do my best." All I can do.”
"Woo!" Prince Jassim choked up. There were tears in the corners of his eyes, and he had to take out a handkerchief to wipe his eyes.
Prince Jassim said sadly: "It would be great if my poor brother is still alive. He will definitely cry with joy when he sees you."
His other two sons - Yuriko and August - came up to comfort him.
"Father, don't be sad, he will be happy in the arms of the Lord of Light."
"Yes, I think my uncle will also be in heaven after hearing the news. Feeling relieved.”
Yurico looked at Paul, "Paul!"
He should be a very familiar person.
"We are all very happy that new blood has been injected into the royal family."
What? I'm not a bride-in-law!
Paul complained in his heart and responded with a smile on his face: "I am also honored to be your family."
His eyes secretly glanced at Catherine, wondering if he should say a few words to her.
Catherine, however, just stared at a mirror in a daze.
At this time a palace attendant walked into the side hall.
He bowed respectfully to King Rodney XVIII and reported: "Your Majesty, all the lords have gathered in the hall, please come over!"
"Okay ! Everyone! ”
Rodney XVIII shouted, "We should go over, everyone is waiting for us."
At this time, Catherine approached Paul and stood side by side with him, probably wanting to be with him Get out together.
August smiled at them, "You will be blessed by everyone."
Paul's intuition told him that August was more sincere than his father. More sincere with my brothers.
He smiled and nodded to August to express his gratitude.
To Paul's slight surprise, Catherine actually smiled back at August, albeit a little stiffly.
Rodney XVIII stepped forward and walked towards the Golden Hall.
The royal family members, including Paul and Catherine, followed him one by one.
As soon as the king appeared, the music in the hall suddenly changed from soothing to urgent, becoming more high-pitched and magnificent.
Rodney XVIII walked to the throne and sat down slowly.
(End of this chapter)