1 Behind Closed Doors (2/2)

”No Your Highness . I'll be there to help you so don't worry about it ”

He says inclining his head and resting his palm on his chest .

”Well you are the only one I can rely on . Fine then ” He agrees and removes his glasses . Neil is quite a few years older to Prince Zen . His trusted advisor who has remained by his side since he was young . He is very loyal to him and also dutiful . He makes sure to keep his master safe and protected taking care of his little things too .

”And also ..Your Majesty has summoned you this evening . He wishes to speak to you of something crucial . ”

”I see. I wonder what is it that he wants to talk to me about . ”

”I'm afraid I do not know Young lord! ”

The kingdom of Isla was a beautiful land . The people lived happily and respected the king . No one ever complained about his rule . The king always kept the public ' s interest before anything . He wanted peace and tranquillity to be maintained under his jurisdiction. He was hailed as the great king for being able to conquer most of the states . It wasn't possible without the help of his sons . The neighbouring nations feared them and that included the land of lauderdale to which Alisha belonged .

”May I come in Your Majesty ?”

”Sure . Please come in, Zen ”

”I was told you summoned me to discuss something important ”

”Yes . That's right . I apologise for burdening you with this knowing full well how busy you are but I cannot entrust this to anyone else so I want you to do it .”

”Anything for you My lord ”.

”I want you to visit the land of Lauderdale. One of our neighbouring lands . We would like to negotiate about our trade relationships with them . Our trade council of members have come up with certain measures which I want them to know . Our Vice president and certain officers will accompany you on the trip which is scheduled for 2 days from now .”

”Yes . I understand Your Majesty . I'll make sure to execute it properly ”

”Thank you so much ! ” Zen leaves and Neil makes arrangements for his journey . Will this trip bring change to Zen's fate ? Is this going to change him ? Will he meet Alisha ? Will this bring a turnover in events ? Read the next chapter to know !!