Summary: After twelve years of being queen, Angelica finds that Cordonia doesn’t need her that much anymore. But there might be someone who does. Or, at least, there might be someone in the close future.
Author’s note: So, something that really spoke to me was when mc told Kayden that she won’t be married to Fabien forever. That she’ll leave him when Cordonia won’t need her. Or, more specifically, when someone else would need her more. This made me think of this fanfic, as well as a epiloge for ‘The Royal Masquerade’.
This is my tribute to TRM. I think it was a really good book. Sure, some things could’ve been handled better, and not as rushed, but overall this was a great story and a really nice way to tell about the story how TCATF/TRR connect.
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Angelica was married to Fabien for twelve years now. She was happy, but not in love.
Well, she was in love, just not with Fabien.
Her and Kayden were seeing each other in secret for twelve years now.
She’d married Fabien. She had his child - Gideon. They were great rulers together. Good parents. Good friends.
And slowly, but surely... Cordonia didn’t need her as much. Fabien learned the ways of the court, he was a fine leader on his own now.
So she faded into the background. Attended less balls and events.
She let Fabien take the lead in the rare times she did make an appearance.
And Angelica... Started feeling something new. A familiar feeling.
Some morning dizzyness, a sore back. Her missed cycle.
Could it be...?
After consulting a trusted, anonymus physican that Vasco reccomended her, it was clear.
“Fabien...” She got her husband’s attention. His eyes rose up from his cup of tea. They were having a drink together in the garden. In all truth, it was a rare occurance these days. Fabien knew, too, that that time was coming. Sooner, rather than later.
“Yes, darling?”
While they never fell in love, and both had their own lovers, they did grow fond of each other. They did care for each other, like you do for a family member.
They did have a son, who they both cared for and watched grow, teaching him the ways of the court as well as the important things in life.
One of them was... Following your heart. And Angelica was ready to follow hers.
“I am...” She stood up, suddenly a bit flushed. She haven’t said it out loud yet. Not even once...
“With child.” She caressed her yet-to-be belly.
“Oh,” He was taken by surprise, taking in her words.
Her solemn look told him everything he needed to know. “Oh...” He gasped, this time - in realization.
“Yes,” She smiled, not able to contain herself.
It was Kayden’s child.
“I guess this is it, then.” He rose up, forgetting their tea behind.
“Yeah, I guess it is.” She bit her lower lip. “Although you have to promise to bring Gideon over for visits, every once in a while!” She instructed.
“It won’t be easy, given the court has eyes everywhere. But I promise I will.” He did as she comanded.
“Good.” Angelica nodded.
Somehow, in an awkawrd way... They both knew this was goodbye.
Fabien extended his hands, inviting her in for a hug. Angelica nodded before wrapping her hands around him.
She spent the rest of that afternoon with Gideon. She made sure he knew he was loved, and that he’ll grow up to be a good leader.
It won’t be easy not being able to see him everyday like she was used to, but she knew this was for the best.
The queen having a bastard will bring a scandal, and besides, she was always planning to retire with Kayden, not Fabien, in the end of it.
Kayden remained a royal guard. He wasn’t the leader of the royal guard, after the scandal of him being a sorcerer, but it worked in their favor.
He was reduced in his rank, but made it all the more easy for him and Angelica to meet in secret, and to, one day, disappear completely.
“Care to join me for a ride?” Angelica surprised Kayden that night.
They met in the hallway, leading to the stables.
“A ride?” He looked out the window, it was getting quite dark right about now.
He haven’t seen Angelica all day, which wasn’t a surprise but considering her offer, Kayden couldn’t help but suspect there was another matter on the table.
“Yes, I think we could use one. Vasco made all the arragements.” She motioned him to follow her.
Kayden blinked at her in confusion, but he trusted Angelica enough to follow her. He trusted her with his entire life.
When they arrived to the stables, Vasco was standing there with two horses. Both had their saddles on, and equipment secured on them.
Some food, clothes, a bag for the important possessions, and a map.
Kayden gulped. “Are we going on a trip, my queen?” He asked. He probably knew what this meant, but couldn’t believe his eyes.
“Not quite,” Angelica grinned, pleased with herself.
“So?” A glint of hope escaped Kayden’s eyes.
“I thought maybe it was time we got ourselves a nice little place in the country-side. Open up a bakery. Have some kids running around...” Angelice closed her eyes, seeing the picture in her mind. Her voice dreamy... Promising.
“Kids?” Kayden almost choked out. His hands wrapped around her waist, loosely.
“Yes,” She placed her arm over her stomach. Her baby-bump might not have been visible yet, but Angelica could already imagine the joy of holding their baby in her arms.
Kayden broke into a smile. A tear running down his cheek.
“I want nothing more than that... Are you sure?” He was beaming at her.
Angelica didn’t reply. She just smiled back, just as happy as he was, a nodded.
“If I may be so bold...” Vasco cleared his troath and brought the couple back to reality. “She’s sure. And you two have to leave soon, if you want to pass undetected.” He raised an eyebrow, giving Kayden the leash of his horse.
Kayden nodded and accepted it. “Of course.”
Vasco then turned to Angelica. “Thank you, Vasco. For everything.” Angelica hugged him, surprising the older man.
She was positive he was blushing. “I’m just carrying out my duty, to you, and your family. Ahm, but... For what’s it worth... You were like family to me. And I truly wish you both joy and peace in whatever you choose from here on.”
“Thank you Vasco. I consider you family too. And don’t worry. Annalisa will convince you all to visit sooner or later, when she learns of what you did for me.” Angelica winks at him.
“I shall tender my resignation at once, if it comes to that, my lady.” He bowes, and Angelica chuckles. “I’m afraid my sister won’t let you off so easy, Vasco. Goodbye,”
She and Kayden take off, and ride into the sunset... Quite literally.
She’d wanted to say goodbye to her sister, but unfortunately Annalisa and Percival were away.
Angelica herself was supposed to go onto a trading-summit, the next day... which would be the perfect cover for her and Kayden.
A wild animal attack...
The queen and one of the royal guards never to be found again...
....
A few months pass. The palace mours their queen.
Annalisa, Percival, Vasco and the Rosario aunts get an invetation. It doesn’t say much, but a location.
They travel to a peaceful village, full of farmers and kind people. They pass by a newly-built bakery, and Vasco hides a smile although Annalisa teases him about knowing more than he lets on.
They finally arrive onto their destination.
A beautiful yet humble church, with a beautiful garden before it. The five of them passed through the doors, meeting some unfamilar faces seated across the grand hall.
But two familiar faces did catch their eye.
Kayden, at the end of the hallway, and one pretty bride beaming at them.
“Finally, we can begin,” Angelica rushed to their side. “Sister, will you walk me down the aisle?”
Annalisa teared up, her smile glowing. “Yes, yes I will!”
How advanced do you think Earth C actually is? Like, the world was rebooted essentially with some of the buildings of the early 2000s era, and then left to grow for 5000 years with a new generation of humans, trolls, and Carapacians. And for that matter, how much do all three interact, they're referred to as Kingdoms in the credits, like they're all separate from each other.
Earth C is very likely run like and as advanced as you’d expect a Carapace-run world once they steer away from a monarchic system. Given what they’ve gone through, I’m certain the Royal titles of the Gods of Earth C are just for show rather than having any actual impact.
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