"I will rather follow you to Avalo," Ann made her decision when princess Ellen explained the issue to her. She did not even have to give it much thought before making this decision. King George frowns his brows hearing her answer. Even a younger lady will be happy to become his mistress. Moreover, he was planning to make her a Queen.


    " If you leave who will keep an eye on Richard, I know you are not his birth mother but will you abandon him now that he needs your support there most?" king George asked. The idea of her rejection did not sit well with the king''s pride. He unknowingly fell into his daughter''s trap.


    "Yes, Father is right. Richard needs your backing and support. Apart from your marriage to Father been a way to protect you. You will have some authority to protect Richard,"  princess Ellen said.


    Richard looked at the three people in the room. None of them bother to ask for his opinion. When Ann, heard that she would be of more use to Richard if she gets a title she could not reject the suggestion. She loved Richard a lot and was willing to help him in any way she can.


    "But... My late husband is the only man in my heart. I feel like marrying another is like a betrayal," Ann said after careful thinking about it.


    "Do you think he would be happy that you let Richard suffer alone? Moreover, this Marriage is for the sake of it. My father has only my mother in his heart. He is only willing to do this as a way to take care of you and keep you safe from danger. Who knows if people will think the Royal family is ungrateful," princess Ellen replied.


    King George felt his head hurt. When did he agree on marrying her? He had been so carried away by his pride that he fell for his daughter''s trap, he was just realizing it.


    " If it is like this your majesty, I accept, " Ann said. She had a bitter smile on her face. Richard sat there and admire his sister''s cunning nature. If she was not married to the prince from Avalo, maybe he would have taken her as an adviser.


    "it is set, since the marriage is for the sake of it there is no need for a big ceremony. Besides my husband and I have to leave tomorrow and I wish to attend the ceremony," princess Ellen said.


    Truth be told the only reason why she was interested in the ceremony was the fact that she wanted to see lady Regina''s face.


    " What nonsense are you saying? " king George felt angry that this daughter of his was forcing her decision on them.


    "Father, it is only right to take action. Now that brother''s identity is known, Ann is s weak point and enemies will attack it. The two of you already experienced love and marriage. Is there any need to plan for a ceremony?" princess Ellen asked. A


    King George and Ann felt that her words were reasonable. Although the king felt frustrated with princess Ellen, he did not know the right words to refuse her.


    Even Richard who was not certain about the Marriage felt that it would not be so much of a problem to have a complete family.


    "The Royal priest will be present at the lunch in a few minutes. Since all those related to the royal family will be present why not just hold the marriage rite after the meal. All the needed witnesses will be present at that time. At the evening Ball this will give the royal family face, "  Richard said.


    King George felt his words were reasonable so he agreed to it. After the four people in the room came to an agreement they decided to visit the memorial hall of the Royal family in the Palace.


    This was the first time the king will be taken his two children to meet their mother. Years back if he had known that Richard existed he would have not tried so hard to have another child. Thinking like this the king felt ashamed to face his wife.


    His wife had died bearing the seed of their love but he had actually failed to take care of their child. If he could turn back the time he would act differently but that was impossible.


    Since they were going to visit her mother princess Ellen invite prince Sébastien to join them. She did not fail to inform the maid about the seating arrangement.


    When they walked over to Queen Agatha''s statue, the group of five bowed their head in respect to the death. No one said anything but they all said something in their hearts.


    King George: I know that I have failed our love by not paying close attention to our daughter, I apologize for that but I have brought our son who we thought was dead pervious. I will not make the same mistakes. I will support him to the best of my abilities.


    "Ann: your highness I have failed you. Maybe if I have told you about your friend adding something to your tea back then you will still be here but I was not brave back then and I could not tell she would dare such a thing. I promise to take care of Richard and if I ever found any way I will avenge your death.


    Elle: it a pity that we parted as soon as you brought me fought but do not worry. My life is good now and this marriage is the first step to avenge you.


    Richard: I hope I will make you proud even if you do not know of my existence. We were separated at birth but I hope we meet in the life after now.


    Prince Sébastien: you must have worried a lot about your daughter but I promise to take care of her.


    They all have their different thought as they looked at the statue of the smiling woman. The place was calm and it felt as though Queen Agatha was given her blessing.


    "your mother will be so proud," King George broke the silence. He has missed this woman so much. He felt that his life would have been a lot better if she did not leave him. When Richard and Ellen heard his words they smiled but they wished she was present and told them how proud she is.


    Well, maybe if she had lived they might never have discovered Richard. This does not mean her death was a good thing.


    "Until we meet again," King George said after another silence.. The people nodded their heads in agreement and paid respect to the dead before walking away.