Heart of Nemeria - Chapter 2

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”In the young age of just 21 years, Einon is now King of Nemeria, and that in a time where the kingdom it threatened like never before. Now that the king is dead and only leaves one young son behind it is only a question of time before Draconien seriously will start to move forward. Therefore, I suggest that we take Draconiens quotation, to continue the war is useless and will only bring additional pain to the people.” A scattered mutter was heard amid the assembling of advisers and noblemen, some nodded in agreement.

”Quotation? The only thing Karna of Draconien is offering is to enslave Nemeria." Einon was deeply upset. How could they even consider bowing down to Draconien?

”With all respect, Your Highness, our armies can’t hold beck Draconiens armies for ever!"

”Our armies has held stand against Draconien for years, and can continue to do so. As long as I am King, Karna will not take over Nemeria.”

”Very well my King, my soldiers still stands at your service”

"And so do mine"

 Einon nodded politely to the assembling of noblemen to show his gratitude. Then turned around and left the throne hall.

He had only just left the hall as he was greeted by Wolf. ”Einon, how did it go?”

”I could use a ride, care to join me?”

“Being alone is maybe not the best right now, my King; you know people are talking” Einon put up his best begging glance”please."

 Wolf could not deny him anything when he was putting up that glance, and he knew it. Einon had used that glance against him ever since they were kids, and it was still as effective as ever.

Shortly after, they were trotting over the meadows, lead by Einon on his white mare, who was dancing nervously around, followed by Wolf on his somewhat heavier build red stallion.

Einon turned his mare to the top of a small hill and held her back.

He enjoyed the view of the billowing grass, the feeling of the wind that played with his hair, the anxious dancing horse beneath him, and most of all, the company of a good friend.

He knew that Wolf was right, people were talking.

 But, he and Wolf had known each other forever; they had grown up together and were almost like brothers. Wolfs father had served his, and when Wolf had become old enough he had followed in his fathers footprints and had become a soldier. Today he was the commanding officer of the guard company, and thus the main responsible for Einons safety. However, evil tongues were whispering that Wolf did more then just protect his young king.

”So, how did the meeting go?” Einon had only briefly noticed that Wolf had steered his horse to his side. ”Not to well , some think I should take the quotation and hand over Nemeria to Karna , and avoid further war. I managed to convince them to keep on supporting me, but I fear it is only a question of time before they declines to put their the soldier at disposal"

 ”You have your fathers strength, courage and determination, show them, and they will continue to support you.”