The funeral was the next day. All dressed in black and alone, I was. My parents dead and relatives dead. I was an orphan and Cody let me go. After the head of the staff for the palace spoke it was my turn.
"Em, she was my 'aunt' and even though people think badly about her and I know about things that she did, I still love her. She was there for me. Let's please try to finish our grieving, she wouldn't want this. She would want the kingdom safe. So in the safety of Jaben I do not accept the crown. I will hold a contest to see who would be the best suitor or mistress to take my place. Anybody is eligible to enter. Thank you for listening and coming. Goodbye." I say and walk away from the casket.
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Just wanted to update so here's a short chapter