Chapter 5

The sound of music filled everywhere as drums were played vigorously by the guards of the great kingdom. The crowd came into the palace, nobles of the land, kings and queens of neighboring kingdoms who came riding in their horses and carriages. Servants went up and down the court with foods and drinks of different kinds in their hands. Each king stood with their wives as they walked into the large hall, an announcer calling their names as they stepped inside.

Prince Robert looked out through his window to watch horses and carriages of different kings and nobles drive into the palace. He stood still with his eyes fixed outside as his servants dressed him in royal robes fit for a king. His hair was plaited down beautifully with a taste by his servants. He glanced at his reflection in the mirror. Finally, the day his life would take a turn had come. He looked down at his servants, who dressed him with thoughts in his mind. Now, his duty as king must set in. He had to remove his m