I would like nothing more than going to my chamber and fresh up. I feel like a I need a long warm shower and get rid of my tiredness. But duty calls first.
On my way home Amir had told my some empires were plotting to attack our kingdom. Again.They were all grouped up together. Again.Of course they are grouped up. They could never even dream of attacking our sultanate alone.
What angers me more is my step-fucking-brother is involved in all of this and guiding them to attack us. Guess no matter how many chances I give him, he will always remain a childish boy who can't be mature and man up. I was being patient because of Aaliyah. That little girl is completely innocent.
If I were to punish her brother in any form,she will be hurt. She won't ever complain, I know but she will be beyond hurt and indirectly punished. After her mother she has only me,Saad and her stupid brother.
But everything has a limit. I have been too kind and clam lately I guess. I knew this matter for quite some time but I thought I would give them a chance. Give them time to realise they were making a mistake and they would never be able to fight us even grouping together. But they hardly learned from their past mistakes.
Enough of being kind and patient. It's time I took action against them and strict action. I sat there listening to everyone's suggestions and strategies. My advisor has been freaking out about it. Nothing new.
He freaks out about everything. He doesn't know I got the situation in control already. I already know what I need to do. But they don't know it. I am about to drop the bomb right now.
"I know what to do. Can you all please calm down and sit quietly?" I said in a rather authoritative tone brushing my fingers through my hair.They needed to know who was in charge here. They all calmed down and started paying attention to what was I saying.
We sat there for hours discussing what and how everything will be done. They might be grouping together but they forgot all of them together is still smaller than our whole empire. Their soldiers combined is still fewer in numbers compared to us. And most importantly they are still dependent on us for their grains and cotton.
I don't understand how stupid these kings can be to attack us when they are nothing but dependent upon us.
Also there's always this particular way of defending them which I might have to use soon. Maybe I will.
I was being kind enough to let them enjoy their independence and freedom. Since they didn't want our interference in their affairs I left them alone in return of just tax. But they keep forgetting my kindness.
What a bunch of stupid kings plotting together. This time I am done playing nice. I am capturing the king and their kingdoms. It was nothing compared to what we have now but a little addition is always welcome.
And for my little step brother, I guess I have to punish him myself. Enough freedom for him. He is still living under my roof and he dares to go against me. This time he has to say goodbye to his freedom and luxuries.
I dismissed everyone from my study. I needed this solace. They are nice and wise but always too paranoid. They don't know I have the situation in control,always. And I like to keep it that way.
I sigh rubbing my head. Great! Now I have a headache added to my distress. It's almost noon now and I haven't still took a shower or ate anything.
Not to mention I am married. I am supposed to spend this time with my wife. My lips tugged slightly upward thinking about that little fireball. She still doesn't know who I am,does she?
I wonder what her reaction will be when she gets to know who her husband is. The person she scolded so badly. I don't mind being scolded by her though. She looks more cute when she is annoyed anyways.
I clapped my hands two times to call an attendant and one appeared almost immediately. Perks of being a king.
"Where is begum? Has she eaten yet? Did princess made sure she is comfortable in the new atmosphere?" I asked him
I had sent him earlier to check on Yaksha. To make sure she is comfortable enough in here. After all she just left her home.
"Begum Yaksha is currently sleeping in your chamber Sultan. She hasn't eaten yet. She has taken a bath and has been sleeping ever since. Princess made sure she was comfortable."
"Make sure she is feed well as soon as she wakes up. And what about the guards? Are the assigned guards on their positions?"
"Yes Sultan.Amir bhai had been overlooking this matter. They are all on their position."
"Good. You can leave. Tell an attendee to arrange a bath and food for me in guest chamber."
He bowed slightly and left.
Since Yaksha was sleeping in our chamber I didn't want to interrupt her sleep. She must be tired from her long journey. I can't wait to see her astonished and surprised face. Let's see how you react little wife. For now sleep as much as you want.
I went to the guest chamber and saw attendees already preparing for the bath. As soon as my body touched the warm water it felt like it came back to life. I did take baths in the ponds nearby our tents these three days but nothing beats a nice warm homely bath.
I could feel my muscle relax under the water. With the pastes and scent being applied the attendees I almost fell asleep. But I couldn't. I always had to keep my guard up. Even when I was bathing, even when I was talking a nap, even when I was asleep at night. The slightest noise would wake me up.
I blame it on my suspicious and anxious personality. Being sultan from such a young age wasn't easy. You never know who is your friend and who is your enemy in disguise.
I had to be suspicious of everyone around me. As much as I love talking care of these peoples, my people, I hate being a Sultan. You have to take responsibility twenty-four-seven.
Sometimes I wish I could quit. I have thought about it quite a few times. To retire and hand over my duties and responsibilities to Saad. I have seen him handling accounts and affairs of the kingdom. He always seemed more interested and better than me at this. But whenever I talked to him about it he always denied. He said it wasn't his place. He likes his freedom way too much to sacrifice it.
But I have seen his eyes sparkling while talking about politics. I myself never found politics interesting. As childish and fun loving as he is, he also quite mature and wise for his age.
Maybe one day I will be able to handover him my responsibilities but until then unfortunately I have to grow my wrinkles more by worrying more.
I sigh and wrap the cotton cloth around my waist and got up from the tub. Time to get some food in the stomach. As I get out of the shower I see a plate full of delicious foods already on the table. Ahh looks like they have made my favourite mutton dish today! I finally stuffed myself with some food to my heart's content.
As soon as the food hit me I couldn't help but feel sleepy. All the tiredness from journey finally came rushing after the bath and food.
So I took a nice nap without anyone disturbing me and when I woke up it was already dark. Shit! For how many hours was I asleep.
"Did you sleep for all the three days all together?! Do you know what time it is? What are you even doing here? You should be with your wife! It's your wedding night! I don't believe it seriously." Amir came and started babbling.
"Okay okay clam down please. I just woke up and got rid of my headache! Don't make me have one again. And I fell asleep and lost track of time. Don't need to shout." I said rubbing my face.
"Whatever. Just go back to your chamber. She must be waiting for you. I can't believe you would be this careless." He said crossing his arms.
I raised my eyes at him. He gave me a 'what? You know I am right look' and I gave up.
"Fine fine I am sorry. I am going right now. Let me just freshen up a bit." With that he left the chamber and I got freshened up. After that I marched towards my wife, to our chamber. Let's see how you react when you see me, little wife.
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