The Kings Quest for Love

without a single proposal from any of the noble families, a strange realization began to sink in: no one seemed even remotely eager to present a daughter. Not a single noblewoman, despite th

devoid of one woman who could rise to the task? His posture stiffened, as his thoughts were in turmoil over the situation. "Fine," the King muttered aloud, turning tow

tched pride and grandeur-entertaining such an idea was almost sacril

forth their names if they believe they can meet my needs. And make sure to plainly state that the King is espe

ldfire across the land. The common folk, though not bound by the noble title, knew the reputation of their sovereign. King Alex had built his entire reign upon strength and infallibility. If anyone could command greatne

oss the land. It was not that they were going against the king's proclamation, of course not! They were only giving a warning of an undisclosed application but everyone knew what those words meant. Well, even without th

ed marble floors. The royal advisors stood at attention, their faces a blend of confusion and deep concern as they quietly debated wheth

e one, Your Majesty," the adviser ventured carefully. "They... they've re

it seems the kingdom's youth have no courage! How can they not wish to be my queen?"

uh, most of your requests... they are a little... um, unusual." He glanced nervously at his colleagues, but th

ne with the laugh of a tinkling bell, who knows three instruments and has a scar," he demonstrated on his wrist w

of character, the advisor thought. Everyone wondered

s seemed to linger on him. Swallowing his fear, he said cautiously, "Your Majes

-hadn't imagined that his kingdom wo

, no one thought themselves or their daughters worthy. Was it really his demands as this clearly frigh

cstatic joy. They all gave the brave advisor approving glances and he was proud of himself and his courage. Some began to have the slight thought that he might change his requirements and actually find a bride. But their hopes were short-lived for t

r if she could play at least three instruments. He weighed the balance and decided that one could be taught to have some of his requirements but the other must have some of these requirements from within. So, he decided to go for the one that was more su

the common folk. No throne, no power, no crown. Just him, walking among those who had neither the weal

he would be the one to find her. Not through the eyes of royalty, not as a king waiting in the safety of his castle, but as a simple man who she

n. It was no surprise, considering the how unpredictable his recent decisions have left them speechless. The king was indeed wise in every matter but love. He made his pronouncement

ht with confusion, how did

one advisor whispered frantically, but no

de-it was about answering his own heart. As much as Alex loved power,

new why every point in his list was mandatory. But in his

-one that would meet those criteria, because he believed that h

ant-far from it! Alex wanted love and affection. He only thought that it was to be found with the

mind was set. Somewhere in Matgrail, his diamond in th