Chapter 70 A prospect bride (1/2)

”You have grown to be a proper lady.” Grandpa complimented me and smiled.

”Thank you grandpa.” I smiled.

”Looks like my mother and sisters are not happy with your performance.” Richard whispered. I just gave him a knowing smile as a reply.

”This is just the beginning.” I said with a smile.

”I have gathered you all here today because of a matter regarding the crown prince of Grandcrest, prince Regaleon.” Father said.

My step sisters all have a confused expression. I am also curious of what father is about to say.

”A letter has come from Grandcrest about a proposal of marriage from the crown prince for one of the princesses of Alvannia.” Father continued. ”The letter states that he would come here to visit for a week in Veronica's debut ball, so I also invited him to attend.”

”King father, did he say who he would take as his bride?” Veronica asked with twinkling eyes.

”It is stated in the letter that all three princesses should be present in his visit. I guess he would be choosing one of you when he is here.” Father said.

”Because my sister Veronica is the eldest, I am willing to forfeit the selection father.” Elizabeth said with a smile. ”I am also sure that mother has arrange my marriage.”

”I understand Elizabeth.” Father nodded. ”Then the selection would be between Veronica and Alicia.”

Both my step sisters looked at me with such fierce eyes and I just smiled back at them.

”If looks could kill, I am afraid you have been dead sister.” Richard whispered to me.

”I know.” I giggled.

”As you know, prince Regaleon is the crown prince of Grandcrest that succeeded the selection process. He is not a simple prince.” Father said. ”If he chooses one of you then that means you would be selected as one of his many wives. As you know, the royal family of Grandcrest follows concubinage. If you ask me, I wouldn't want to give any of my daughters to be just one of his wives. I will notsettle on anything but for mu daughter to be the crown princess and the future queen.”

”Do not worry father, I will not disappoint you.” Veronica said with a bright smile. I saw father frown.

As I look at it he doesn't want any or his daughters to be affiliated with Grandcrest. Maybe because of their concubinage system. Being a wife of the crown prince can give you high status but it will not give you safety. I heard that the selection process for the heir is rather bloody. And there are chances a normal wife or concubine can die in the fight for the heir.