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After discussing among themselves for a while all 5 monarchs made their way to the council meeting for the lords in the Council chamber.
Everyone stood up and bowed to the king with a few murmurs of "Long live the King"
Caspian took his place in the Kings throne. Lucy sat to his left and giving his hand a reassuring squeeze. Soon others followed sitting side by side.
"Everyone rise please" Caspian said. The 12 Lords of the Telmarine castle took their respective places in the dias.
"As you have witnessed the Kings and Queens of the Old have graced us with their presence and they will be part of this council as royal advisors and well wishers holding the highest rank next only to me."
A murmur went through the Lords.
"Am not quite done yet" Caspian said in an authoritative voice. Everyone fell silent.
"As narnians have been reinstated with their rightful freedom and equality, a centaur, a fawn and a dwarf will be a part of this committe as the representative of the talking animals of Narnia." he said gesturing to centaur Glenstorm faun Dwaine and dwarf Trumpkin who were standing at the edge of the dias.
"This is foolishness! We cant accept beasts as part of this sacred committee of Lords" cried a Lord with a sharp eagle nose and pale skin.
"Enough Lord Erimon. Dont interrupt me. Am not done yet" Caspian was losing his temper. Lucy squeezed his hands again willing him to calm down.
"I would like to allot a team of our best engineers, architects and building consultants for looking up for the accomodation of the narnians near the ruins of Cair Paravel. Those who are living in the forest will have to be visited and the unruly wilderness cleared enough to help them build a better home for their own among nature. I want your men to be of assistance and for you to look after the arrangements yourself Lord Brunwald. Can you do it?"
"Ofcourse your Majesty. Weekly reports will be sent to you about the progression" said Lord Brunwald who was a old but strong man with grey hair peeking among his natural black one. His sharp brown eyes shining. "May i add that your father will be proud of you". "Thank you Lord Brunwald" Caspian said with a small smile.
"The castles treasury will be used to help the families who have lost their kin to the war. Proper monetary help will be provided to them. We will have to strengthen trade with Archenland and Caloremon. Send them invitations for a ball and royal visit stressing the need to negotiate trade and borders" Caspian said to Trumpkin. "And also use the treasury to extend lands of cultivation by atleast 5% and also for lands of cotton silk condiments and perfumable flowers by 3% for export with the help of narnians who are exceptional farmers" he said nodding towards Dwaine "I want the details about the land and cost of all these in a week's time" he said allocating individual work to Lord Drinian Lord Herjold and Lord Hamshir.
"As you say Your Majesty", they complied.
"This is ridiculous King Caspian." cried Lord Erimon. "Beasts as council members, castle treasury wasted upon common people and 'narnians" he said twisting his face like the name itself left a bad taste in his mouth. "Things were more civilised and favourable to us Lords under your Uncle Mirazs rule"
"Miraz is dead so is his rules and cruel dictatorship. If you are not willing to let go there is no other way for you but to relinquish your title" said Lucy in a loud clear voice. Erimon sneered at her.
"Is this your decision King Caspian?" he asked
" Yes. As my Queen says." Caspian said.
Lord Erimon rose up. He left the dias huffing, eyeing 2 other lords who followed him mutely.
"Should we be too rough on them Ed?" Susan asked ever the gentle.
"Such men are like leeches Su.. they will slowly suck and poison every good people around them, Lucy has made the right decision" Edmund said. But Susan was not convinced.
" Inform the people that the castle will be open 24hrs for anyone needing justice or anyone with any concern. Lastly my Queen here needs information about all the servants in the castle. Arrange for it please. Now the session is adjourned for the day" he said rising from his throne.
Everyone rose bowing again. "Long live the King" this time their voices resounded clearly through the castle walls. Peter clapped Caspians back with a proud look on his face. That look meant more to Caspian than any word of encouragement.
The rest of the morning went by with hearing out the narnians and telmarines alike who had come to them with various problems to the throne room. The Kings and Queens listened to them patiently and gave them fair judgement and assistance. Edmund and Lucy helped Caspian understand the nature of narnian civilans and the correct way to satisfy their queries.
After a quick lunch Caspian went on to look after some reports regarding the tasks which he had assigned to the Lords in the morning in his study. Susan was curled up in her room reading a book. Peter and Edmund went on a ride through the woods.
Lucy helped Hailey clean up her room. And then went back to Caspians study.
"Hey baby..." Caspian called out looking up from his work. Lucy walked in and sat on his lap. He readjusted her hips so she was facing him. "I never thought being a king would be so labourous" he said.
"Once things settle down the work will get easier and will fall into a routine" She said pulling his head to her chest. He nuzzled his cheek below her neck taking a deep breath his stubble pricking her delicate skin enticingly. Warmth and tranquility enveloped him.
"I could be like this forever. In your embrace surrounded by your smell and taste."he sighed wistfully.
"So could i" she said massaging his shoulders and the back of his neck easing the tension there and kissing his eyelids.
"That feels so good" he moaned pecking her neck and collarbone and sucking on it before placing his lips on hers gently. She opened her mouth allowing him to explore it with his tongue and so he did. After a few more minutes of heavy full on make out session Lucy slid down from his lap. "Come with me" she said taking his arms. He followed her willingly. She took him to the garden.
Right in the middle of the garden in front of the fountain the shorter grass floor was lined with picnic mat. With a basket full of apples and chocolate covered strawberries.
"What is this?" Caspian asked dumbstruck. "This is for you" she said kissing his fingers. "my gift for being a great King and unifying narnians with telmarines. For being the telmarine who saved narnia" she said
"Oh Lucy" he hugged her lifting her up and swinging her in circles. Lucy sqealed delightedly. "It is my duty to woo you and shower you with gifts"
"Cant i atleast arrange a picnic for the King of my hearts" she said pouting adorably.
"Ofcourse you can my love" he said plopping on the ground bringing her with him.
"What are you going to give me in return my King" she asked
"Oh Lucy! i would bring down even the moon and hand it over to you if you asked"
"Always the charmer" she giggled.
"But for now this should do" he said bringing his fingers and tickling her sides.
"oh no.. not that Caspian" she said giggling uncontrolably tears running down her face.
They both plopped lying on the mat, rolling over in fits of laughter.
I am very excited about the new adventures and drama awaiting our love birds. As always review review review!!