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"Yes replace the princess" Asalan responded.

He had thought it through and his idea was the best they could do for themselves now. Xisuthra did not know if the idea was a good one but he knew that if it was from the Emperor then it should be a good idea.

The Emperor in his twenty-five years of reign had always made wise and good decisions. The people of the kingdom trusted him very much. He had ensured peace even if it meant giving up his precious daughter for its sake.

"I will see to it that everything is settled," Xisuthra said.

When the Emperor was safely in his chamber Xisuthra left back to carry out the Emperor's duty. Xisuthra called his son aside to let him know of his new duties.

"Pishtu" Xisuthra did when he pulled him aside.

Pishtu was the eldest son of Xisuthra. His job was to take care of the crown prince till he can ascend the throne and then serve him till his death. Being from the family of the head of the kingdom warriors Pishtu proved himself by being the best f