As night fell on Windsor Castle, Alexander's anxiety grew. He had heard the whispers about what happened after a royal wedding, and he knew that he and Henry would be expected to consummate their marriage. Determined to avoid this, Alexander had been thinking of ways to deter Henry's advances.
As he sat on the large bed in their chamber, he heard a knock on the door. The voice on the other side was slurred, and Alexander couldn't quite make out what was being said. However, when he heard the word "bride," he knew it was Henry.
Alexander opened the door to find Henry stumbling towards him, a cute and endearing expression on his face. Henry's eyes were closed, and he was smiling softly, his arms wrapped around Alexander's waist.
Alexander's irritation grew, but he had no choice but to lift Henry into his arms and place him on the bed. As he gazed at Henry's peaceful face, Alexander couldn't help but think, "This is the 3rd prince they've been talking about? He's so small and delicate, with skin as soft as a child's. If only Sophia were still alive, she would have married him, and he would have been like a child to her."
Alexander's thoughts were a jumble of emotions, but one thing was certain: he had to find a way to navigate this complicated situation without revealing his true identity.
Henry woke up to a bright morning and quickly rose from bed, eager to find his bride. However, Alexander was nowhere to be found. Henry thought to himself, "Perhaps Sophia is in the garden, she always loved flowers."
He made his way to the garden, but Alexander was still nowhere to be seen. As Henry strolled through the garden, he accidentally bumped into someone. To his surprise, it was Vince, the second prince of Windsor Castle and Henry's arch-nemesis.
Vince was tall, with a slender build, but his demeanor was far from gentle. He had a reputation for being ruthless and power-hungry, often seeking to undermine Henry's popularity. Vince's anger towards Henry stemmed from the fact that Henry was more beloved by the people.
As they collided, Vince's face turned red with rage. "Watch where you're going! Do you think you own this palace?" Vince shouted, his voice echoing through the garden.
Henry apologized, but Vince's anger only intensified. With a swift motion, Vince pushed Henry, his eyes blazing with resentment. The tension between them was palpable, and it seemed that this chance encounter would only add fuel to the fire of their longstanding rivalry.
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Henry stumbled backward, clutching his aching back after Vince's shove. Meanwhile, a figure emerged from the surroundings, standing tall and still. The person's orange attire caught Vince's attention, as did their striking silver hair, which cascaded down their back in soft, curly locks.
Although Alexander was disguised as Sophia, his masculine demeanor and movements still shone through. Even as Sophia, Alexander exuded an undeniable allure, captivating Vince's attention.
Vince was taken aback, his voice caught in his throat. He couldn't comprehend why he was drawn to this person, who appeared to be a woman, yet embodied a masculine charm that defied explanation. Vince's preference had always been for men, yet he found himself inexplicably attracted to this enigmatic figure.
As Vince struggled to make sense of his emotions, Alexander remained still, his eyes fixed on Vince with an unreadable expression. The air was thick with tension, filled with the weight of unspoken thoughts and unresolved.
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*A Moment of Tension*
Alexander approached Henry and swept him into his arms, cradling him with a tender yet passionate gesture. His eyes locked onto Vince, flashing a warning glare.
Vince's eyes widened in surprise, and he sneered, "So the one being carried is a man, how embarrassing." His voice dripped with mockery, but Alexander's expression remained unfazed.
Henry's face turned bright red with embarrassment as he buried his face in Alexander's chest. He had expected to be the one carrying his bride, not the other way around. The roles were reversed, and Henry couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions: surprise, embarrassment, and a hint of curiosity.
The air was thick with tension as the three stood there, frozen in a moment of awkwardness. Vince's comment had shattered the silence, leaving an uncomfortable atmosphere in its wake.