The Bet

|Princess Zoey’s Point Of View|

My relaxing time ends as soon as I return to the palace after visiting Micah's parents.

Arriving at the palace, Micah complains about getting a penalty from his commander for not following the schedule as he has missed one day and straightaway goes for his training sessions.

As he gets busy with his training as a soldier, I engage myself with my work. After getting permission from my father, I hold a court meeting which (surprisingly) all the Dukes attend. I firsthand assumed most wouldn't even bother to be there.

I take the throne that is next to my father's, one step below. My eyes skim over the attendees, and one of the footmen hands me the scrolls that I need for the meeting. I address everyone and say that the purpose of the meeting is to announce that I will nominate myself to be the next Queen.

Whispers spread in the hall, and I raise my hand to silence them. I speak about my plans and proposals. Then I finally ask who are willing to work with me