The most prominent facial feature of his that was seen first was his piercing and intriguing blue eyes. The guests standing closer to the entrance could see him very clearly before the guests at the front of the hall. Aside the sense of admiration that lit up in their eyes for their new emperor, their brows furrowed at the realization that their emperor looked somewhat familiar.“Wait guys! I think he is the ex husband of the bride! Or am I seeing things??” a guest whispered to other guests on her table. “Oh my goodness! I’m completely sure he is!” another said as her eyes widened in shock and surprise, her hand wrapped around her opened mouth. “This is going to be her biggest regret ever!! The moment she realizes, she will hate herself. I’m in complete shock!”The guests exchanged surprised glances as they pitied the bride; Delilah, in advance.From a distance, Delilah felt a sense of unease as she studied the new emperor. She had a feeling that tugged at her that she knew this
As the guests continued to clap non-stop and remained standing, Dario epressed his gratitude politely. “Thank you, esteemed guests, for your overwhelming applause. You can have your seats, please. There is much to celebrate and I am eager to share this joyous occasion with everyone. The sound of the applause then subsided leaving echoes behind till the hall was completely silent. The ceremony began with blessings bestowed upon Dario by the high priestess of the empire, her words imbued with the weight of centuries of tradition and divine authority. She began, “May the gods grant you wisdom, strength, courage and compassion for the rest of your rule,” she intoned, her voice carrying a sense of solemnity.Exactly what Dario needed for his reign; wisdom, strength, courage and compassion.“Amen,” everyone chorused.Finally, the moment everyone anticipated was here. It was time for the crowning moment, the culmination of the ceremony and the ultimate symbol of Dario’s divine right to ru
Back at the Williams family villa, the members of the family gathered together after Dario’s coronation party to brainstorm how to fix things. As everyone wined and dined, they shamelessly snuck out of the venue to the villa. They didn’t really have a choice either as all they could see in the grand hall were furtive and disgusted glances thrown in their direction. They also couldn’t bear to watch Dario receiving endless gifts from influential and mighty men in the country, gaining Allie’s and many more. Delilah especially couldn’t bear to watch literally every lady in the room drool over him. Her stomach churned with jealousy and she felt like they were all aiming for what was hers. Such delusion!In just some minutes of publicly and officially announcing his ascension to the throne, the people loved him. They didn’t glare at him in disdain like the Williams used to do, or spit at him or ridicule him. They only saw the good in him.The good the Williams failed to see until today.
Alicia arrived at the family villa just to see Lauren on the floor with nobody making an attempt to help her off the floor. She just arrived at the villa because she decided to stay back till the end of the coronation party to extend her gratitude to Dario.After how the day went, nobody needed to spell it out to her or anyone else that Dario made it happen for her. Dario was the “higher authorities” Cooper referred to!She sincerely thanked Dario and he accepted her gratitude with a joyful heart. She deserved it.From the goodness of her heart, Alicia ran to Lauren and helped her up.“Why are you on the floor?” she asked, her tone laced with concern.Despite how terrible Lauren had treated Alicia in the past, she bore no grudge against her. The other members of the Williams family, including her sister and her parents were no exception. All these years, Alicia ignored their demeaning words and stuck with being good to others. Fortunately, she was reaping her good deeds now in a tho
After Delilah stormed out of the room, Tara and Peter followed behind. They had had enough of Lauren’s insults so they didn't care anymore. “Grandma, I need to leave now. I have a big day tomorrow so I need to rest,” Alicia said, getting up from the chair.“Oh my darling!” Lauren swiftly stood up. “No problem, my love. We can discuss later,” she said, rubbing her hand softly on Alicia’s back.“Let me see you off,” Lauren suggested, but Alicia declined. “No, no grandma. There won’t be any need for that,” she said before leaving the villa.After Alicia headed home, Tristan said, “I believe we can make our plans now.”“You can say whatever you want to say,” Lauren replied nonchalantly.“Alright everyone,” Tristan began, his voice steady but strained, “we need to figure out how to make things right with Dario. To be honest, he is the only one that can save us.”Everyone nodded in agreement, their hands on their chin as they paid attention to Tristan. “We have wronged Dario terribly thes
Dario sat regally on his throne in the royal palace, his aura emitting authority and grandeur. The room reflected the opulence that befitted an emperor with the rich, crimson carpets that lined the marble floors, and the tapestries showing scenes of Persian history adorning the walls.Dario’s throne itself was a masterpiece made of pure solid gold and encrusted with precious gemstones that caught rays of light. And standing beside Dario on both sides, were royal guards bestowed with the duty of keeping their emperor safe. “Greetings, your majesty.”It was the morning after the coronation celebration which was a huge success, marking the dawn of a new era for the Persian empire. Dario and Cooper’s plan went better than expected and Dario was more than satisfied. At the celebration, joyful music filled the air as cultural entertainers, dancers and musicians entertained the guests. Fireworks also lit up in the night sky as their bright colors reflected in the eyes of the guests who had
“Let them in,” Dario said to the royal servant who then went to usher the Williams in.Lord Wilson and Natalie decided to go have a seat to watch how the scene would unfold and see the look on the faces of the Williams, while other guests were asked to wait briefly in the waiting room.When the Williams entered Dario’s throne room, their eyes widened in awe at the magnificent royalty before them. It was none that they had seen in their lives. Anyways, it was their first time at the Persian empire royal palace. The moment Dario’s eyes fell on them, he was reminded of how these heartless people treated him for three good years. How they belittled his hard earned achievements, mocked and trampled upon him and how he had to endure all of it because of his love for Delilah. Dario felt a surge of anger mingled with a sense of righteous indignation wash over him. Despite his efforts to appear good enough to be part of their family, they treated him with nothing but disdain and cruelty. Tho
“Your Majesty, I understand that my family’s actions have caused you great pain in that past and we are honestly and sincerely sorry. Please, I implore you to consider the consequences of denying us your forgiveness,” his tone was respectful but tinged with desperation.He paused to search Dario’s eyes for any sign of compassion, but found only a blank resolve staring back at him. Undertered, Tristan continued, his voice growing more impassioned with each word. “Let us reason man to man…”‘Let us reason man to man?’ Dario thought.All the times Tristan humiliated and rained insults on Dario, he never thought about reasoning man to man. But now, he wants to reason man to man.“…we know we have made mistakes in the past, but we are willing to do whatever it takes to make amends. Whatever it takes. We sent a heartfelt handwritten apology before coming today, I guess you’ve not read it yet.”Tristan was right. Dario had not even received the letter since he had been caught up with attendi