The Legend of Fatality

As we all know, women cannot be trusted, they are cunning, secret, and annoying. Men form a strong and honest relationship with each other, while women and men form a weak and short-term relationship. Those who have a strong relationship with women will become weak. If your wife is disobedient in any way, she must be punished immediately. Three to five taps on the palm of a hand are usually sufficient. Immersing your head in a small bucket of cold water may also help. For persistent disobedience, it is recommended to isolate in a small space. Some women will benefit from a day of dressing and dressing, and buying a coffin-sized box may have a powerful deterrent effect, so that you may not need to use it at all. (If used, make sure there are vents.)

—— "Marriage: A Guide for Bill Barry", Charlie Sheen

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Catherine sat in the castle's library, staring out the window, thinking of Ambrose in her mind. He has run away for a long time, and she has not heard anything about him. She told herself that this was a good sign, indicating that he was not caught, because she believed that if Ambrose was caught by Peverley, he would definitely tell her. When she thought Peverly would be happy to tell her first. Catherine shivered.

"Are you all right, Catherine? Don't get cold in the window."

Catherine glanced at her mother. "I'm not cold. I was thinking ... Prince Lotter."

Catherine had never been in contact with Lotel, not even seen him, let alone talked to him, but she would marry him in a few months.

"Can you tell me more about him?"

Her mother smiled. "He is the only son of King Charlie of Burtania. The queen died when he was born."

"Yes, I know this."

"Burtania is rich and peaceful. A large country that needs to be managed. Although there are many lords there, according to the information I have collected, the lords there are very loyal. Through your marriage, our Relationships will improve. During the last war, the Burtanian ships transported supplies and troops to Margarita. It took many years for your father to forgive this, and your upcoming marriage will allow both parties The relationship between them goes further. "

Catherine had heard all this before. She knew that in Burtania, the nobility system was similar to that of Bill Barry. She also knew that until last year, her father considered her marrying a Burtanian. He changed his mind (people dare not use the word "soften" to describe the king), allowing a Burtanian to enter her list of suitors, which was surprising enough, but then there was the groom's Health problems.

Everyone at Bill Barry knew that Prince Lothal was an ugly cripple: one ear was deaf, there were terrible scars on his body, and maybe he was blind. Her father never tolerates any illness or disability, and although there are other suitable suitors, Prince Lotaire has topped the list. Soon after hearing someone mention his name for the first time, Catherine was told that they were engaged.

"Yes, I know this country and his family, but I want to know more about Prince Lotel."

"Do you mean, this man himself?"

"Yes, it's about him."

"A person with status is inseparable from his role. Lotel is at the highest level. Without surprise, he will be the next heir to the throne of Burtania."

"Yes, I know, but otherwise, what about him?"

"I can't think of anything else to tell you."

Catherine is sure that her mother is teasing her now, she knows more than that, but obviously she wants her to make efforts for it. This is almost a game between them. Catherine starts with the most important point.

"how old is he?"

"Is this really important?"

"This is essential for his birth and maturity as an heir."

Queen Qiang refrained from laughing. "I believe this is the only reason for you to ask this question. He is twenty-three years old."

Is not too old. He could have been older like her other suitors.

Queen continued. "I think Lothal was born in December. On the new moon. Some people say that this leads to a cold personality."

"Is he indifferent when you see him?"

"He is not without charm and wisdom."

This sounds like saying "yes".

"Calm rather than cold. I feel he has more than the cold appearance, but even if there is, he doesn't want me to see it."

"Proud." Catherine guessed.

Queen shrugged. "He is a man."

"I heard that he has deaf ears and may have blind eyes."

"Maybe you heard it wrong. I think his hearing is as good as you and me, although he may pretend not to hear."

"So he is very deceitful."

"My impression is that he gets bored more easily."

This sounds worrying. Will he find Catherine bored?

"How about his attitude towards marriage? To me?"

"Attitude?"

"Do you think he will be gentle and kind? Will you consider my ideas?"

"Is this what you want?"

"This is better than cruelty."

"Gentleness and kindness do not usually make great rulers."

"I want a husband, a ruler of the kingdom."

"It's difficult to have both. But I believe he will be suitable for you, dear. The Burtanians are different from the Bill Pali. They have been increasingly influenced by the Marnus Empire in recent years. . For example, they have a more enlightened view of the role of women. "

"Enlightened?"

"Lotel told me that he had been to Marienberger, and the women there even ran their own business and owned their own houses and property, which left a deep impression on him."

Interesting, Catherine thought, but it had nothing to do with me. Her chances of running a business are completely zero. She wants to live in the prince's castle, just like everything else in the castle, like his property.

She handed over the booklet to her mother, who suggested that the woman was whipped for being disobedient. "I have been reading this article. I don't know if they agree with this in Burtania."

Queen looked at it. "You shouldn't waste time on this. No one should do it." She threw it on the table as if it was soiled. "You need to create something new for a new country. Inspiring things. You should read" The Story of Queen Valeria of Lois ". She is an unusual woman with an interesting life and Marriage. I think this is all you need, dear. "

"Book or marriage?"

Queen smiled and walked to the tall bookshelf. "I'm going to find that book. But you have to shape your marriage."

Catherine did n’t dare to say that what she really wanted was not a marriage like her mother’s—indifferent, loveless, practical. On this point, it is best not to let Lotel know. But this is what she wants. Since she has no other choice. She must make the most of this.

But will there be love in her marriage? Will she love her husband? Will he love her? Does this matter? She used to have feelings for Ambrose, strong feelings, although she had denied to herself before, But now she knew she would never see him again, she could admit that it was a feeling of love.

But this is all she has, her feelings and memories of him. She has also learned something from it, although she is not sure-mainly because not all men are like her father and brother. She was determined not to forget Ambrose: his fragility and his strength, the way his hair fluttered in the breeze, the way he stood and walked, the way he tilted his head, the way he looked at things while riding, his Shoulders, thighs when he was riding.

Once she saw Ambrose training in the yard. The sweat beads on his neck and his shirt were loose, but they stuck to the sweat beads on the back ... But are these ideas out of love or desire? Will she like Lotel?

Her mother came back and handed Catherine a thin leather book: "Leroy's Valeria". "Do you have any other questions to ask?"

"Um. Yes. Love ... what is it like?" Catherine said boldly, her face flushed when she said this to her mother.

"Love?"

"I read that it may grow between two people."

"Lotel may love you, and you may also love him. Show him your kindness and tenderness, show him a little of your wisdom, develop your charm, and you will thrive in Burtania."

"I can't imagine what it would look like there. Or anywhere. Is there a woman who can thrive?"

"Birtania is not Bill Bally, Lotel is not Denise." Her mother walked to Catherine and stroked her cheek. "You are not me. Find your own lifestyle, Catherine. It will be very different from what you see here. I know you think my life is very depressed, but I have done my best to adapt. My The suggestion is that from the beginning you have to make a choice that suits you. In Burtania, you will have many freedoms, which you do not have here, and I can never have. You can go on a trip and leave the castle , Mixed with others. "

"Are you sure?"

"That's how Burtania is."

"When I get married, will you see you again?"

"You know your father will never let me leave the castle. I tried my best to let him allow you to ride out of the palace gate. My position is here, I accept this, your position is in Burtania. I Will miss you, Catherine. "

It was rarely heard in the Queen ’s voice, but Catherine heard it. Her mother controlled her emotions, just as the king controlled her life. Catherine longed for freedom and hoped that her mother would experience it too. Hope and desire are one thing, action is another.

"But how can I make my life fit for me? I have a few maids, a few clothes, nothing more. No power. No influence."

"You are a princess, the daughter of Denis-Avis of Bill Barry, and you will be the wife of the future King of Burtania. That is enough. Yes, you have no money, no land, but Queen Valeria had only one point at the beginning. She used one thing she could influence. Perhaps the most important thing. "

"Oh? Do you want to tell me what this is?"

"People".

Catherine felt a little discouraged. She still remembers the fear that the crowd brought to her when Miss Anne was executed. They shouted for blood and shouted the name of Denise-Avis.

"Valeria has won people's support. People love her, give her gifts, swear allegiance. People want to see her and want to bathe in her manners. They love her."

This certainly sounds much better than people asking for executions out loud.

"Do you think I can do it?"

"You will achieve it, Catherine. The key is how much you want it, how much effort you will make for it."

"I spent the rest of my life in a castle. I would rather want it." Catherine immediately felt guilty for expressing her thoughts too strongly, but her mother smiled.

"Then you should plan. When you arrive in Burtania, start acting ... I will do my best to prepare for you."

A servant came in and gently knocked on the door, holding a volume of letters to the queen.

"Queen, sent by Prince Peverly."

Catherine felt very uncomfortable. Is this letter because of Ambrose? Was he caught? She couldn't help but ask: "Is this related to me?"

The "yes" queen looked at her. "It is your departure order."

"Departure order?"

"Peverly planned your wedding like a military operation. He sent the details of the travel arrangements."

Catherine breathed a sigh of relief because it was a relatively minor matter. Although Peverley thought her role was never that important, he was preparing her wedding with amazing diligence.

"Can I know what the plan is?"

Queen nodded. "You must leave here within a month, and under the protection of your brother, take a boat to Burtania. Once in Burtania, you will go to the royal castle of Lancaster and be introduced to the important Family. You must follow your brother ’s advice at any time. When the grain is full in summer, the day before your eighteenth birthday, you will marry Prince Lotel. "

Queen handed the letter to Catherine, saying: "Pefley has a very detailed arrangement for the wedding. He lists all the people who attended the wedding and the people who introduced you to him. He has made efforts for this."

Catherine scanned the letter. There is a sentence in many details: "According to tradition, the king asked all the nobles of Burtania to be introduced to her at Catherine's wedding, and to give her due respect, she is King Dinnis of Bill Bally- The daughter of Avis is also the future queen of Burtania. "

Catherine was surprised. UU reading www.uukanshu.com She was locked in the castle all her life, except for some courtiers and her guards, she was almost not allowed to see anyone. She was never even introduced to her suitors.

But her father has always been very pragmatic. Catherine was locked up to protect her "safety" until she got married. Once married, her father needed her to fulfill a new role, and she had to be a bridge between Bill Bally and Burtania.

The goal of the king was taught by her mother long ago: he wanted Margarita, he wanted to avenge his defeat, and capture the entire kingdom of Istana, which he thought he deserved. Everything he does is for this purpose, including his daughter's marriage. Catherine's best use is to marry her to Prince Burtania.

In this way, not only the relationship between the two sides can be eased, the most important thing is that the trade between the two countries can improve the economic situation of the king, the treasury ’s black hole can be filled, so that he can resume the war with Margarita .

Catherine smiled at her mother. "In this way, I would definitely not be locked up before the wedding."

"Take advantage of this time, Catherine, and, as much as you can, run your wedding."

Catherine can make full use of it; she can help promote trade and promote other things. Although she is not sure what these things will be, she can have a life that is not isolated from the world like her mother. She can help her father, his kingdom and herself. She knew she could never be with Ambrose, and she knew that already, but maybe he would continue to escape Noyers, and she could find her own freedom in Burtania.