The court was full of nobles, all eager to court the princess. Among them, a new suitor emerged, Duke Frederico. His arrogant smile and insinuating looks soon made me realize his true intentions.From the moment we introduced ourselves, the Duke seemed committed to conquering me. He praised my beauty and skills, but I could see through his false words. His interest in me was not genuine; he had a hidden agenda.The days passed, and the Duke continued to surround me with attention and gifts. He tried to seduce me with his eloquent words and gallant gestures. I knew he was up to something, but I couldn't ignore him completely, since his presence was constant at court.Gradually, I realized that the Duke aimed to weaken Alexander's position as heir to the throne. He longed to replace him as the future king and saw in me an opportunity to achieve his goals. My heart squeezed, because I only wanted to be with Alexandre, but now I faced a new challenge that threatened our relationship and t
Together, we faced that night of intrigue with courage and determination. Each challenge only served to strengthen our relationship and show that we were united against any adversity.As the dance came to an end, I felt relieved to have overcome that test of fire. I knew that the battle against intrigues and rumors was not yet over, but I was ready to face any challenge that came our way.With Alexandre by my side, facing the intrigues of the court didn't seem so scary. We have become a shield for each other, protecting our relationship from the poison of envy and evil.From Giovanna's point of view:The morning was sunny and quiet in the kingdom, but peace soon fell apart when the sound of trumpets and war cries broke out in the air. It was a surprise attack on the royal family, and the court was taken by chaos and confusion.I ran to find Alexandre, my heart racing with fear and worry. I found him in the corridors of the palace, already wearing his royal robes and with the determine
However, I was determined to move forward with my plan. With the unwavering support of Alexander and some loyal advisers, we were able to convince the king to allow the charity event to take place.The preparation was arduous, but also rewarding. We mobilized resources and volunteers, and every detail was carefully planned for the event to be a success. I wanted the day to be more than just a charity action, but a demonstration of solidarity and unity in our kingdom.On the day of the event, the place was full of people of all ages and social classes. The energy in the air was palpable, and I felt a mixture of emotions, from the enthusiasm to the concern with the possibility of facing resistance from the nobles during the event.When I took the stage to start the event, I could feel the suspicious looks of some members of the nobility on me. But even in the face of resistance, I maintained my posture and my determination.As the event progressed, I saw the smile on the faces of the pe
Through intelligent negotiations and strategic partnerships, we began to see small improvements in the economy. Each step was a victory, no matter how small, and this encouraged us to persist.The pressures continued, and I felt exhausted at times, but the presence of Alexander next to me was a constant reminder that we were not alone. Together, we faced the challenges, supporting each other in each decision.As time passed, the kingdom began to recover slowly. The economy was still fragile, but hope was reborn in our hearts. I learned that leading was not only making difficult decisions, but also knowing how to trust those around us.Facing the economic crisis showed us that being a princess was more than just glamour and royalty. It was about taking responsibility for the well-being of our people, making difficult decisions and remaining resilient in the face of adversity.The corridors of the castle hid more than luxury and elegance; in them, whispers and furtive looks betrayed a p
The sun was unbearably hot that day.The fact that I was partially leaning against the side bars of a sea ship, with seagulls flying over the pier and a turquoise sea below, also did not help much in disguising the feeling of intense heat and the growing need to jump into the water. But considering that we were still moored on the shore of the immense ocean that would accompany us for three months of travel, I was content only to shake my face in search of some refreshing breeze.Downstairs, gathered in a small group of people surrounded by security guards, were my sisters and their new boyfriends, casting goodbye nods that I had already lost the patience to reciprocate five minutes ago, when I noticed that the ship was taking longer than usual to leave. Someone should still be saying goodbye to the family members at the pier, since we would not leave until all the passengers have boarded.If that ship were commercial, I would have already given up on the idea of staying so many days
The day was gloriously blue and clean.Accustomed to the weather in Denmark, being in Brazil was always a delicious surprise. Sunny days could be turned into rainy or cloudy in a matter of seconds, because the gods decided to bless that country with a stunning and tropical beauty. I loved being in Brazil. And I loved the fact that my father "the king" could not attend political meetings, and needed to send me in his place. Because visiting new countries, gaining new knowledge and improving my skills in foreign languages was an invaluable achievement.That ship was leaving back to my house, but it was nothing new that it was full of influential and well-known people from that country. That vessel was private, coming from my own province, and was taking those people to perform the task that my father thought was interesting. But, to be honest, it was a little complicated to pretend that we weren't fooling all those people.That wasn't an ordinary work trip. Of course, everyone would sti
"What do you think of this dress? "Asked Gisele, turning to me with the clothing still hanging on a hanger, which at the moment was in front of her body. "It looks light and elegant, doesn't it? Give me an honest opinion."It's not as light as you would expect from a silk, it's made of nylon and has a ridiculous fit for our body type, so that makes the whole set ridiculous too. You will look like a whore inside him "I replied at the same time, crossing my fingers below my chin and watching my dear younger sister's face become totally blushed. "You are the one who asked for a sincere opinion.“Jussara? Do you think it's possible for a dress to make me look like a whore? "Reclaimed Gisele, turning to our advisor, who at the moment was lying next to me in bed, typing cute messages with her boyfriend."No, you're wonderful," Jussara said in an automatic and vague tone.I rolled my eyes and sighed softly."She says this to everyone who signs her check at the end of the month. Don't be fool
"As your friend, can I say that I find this whole situation very ridiculous? " Nicolau squinted, still leaning against the canopy of my bed, as he judged me with his attentive light eyes, although I could not see him completely."You can talk, but I choose not to listen," I returned, giving a mocking giggle.As I was in front of the bathroom mirror, facing the door, I could see when Nicolau approached the cabin. He was my personal guard and only friend inside the court, but a nice inconvenience in personal matters. We have been close since I understood each other, since Nicholas was raised in the castle, although without all the privileges I had for containing the royal blood running through my veins.He was a man that some even said was very similar to me. Dark hair, light skin and clear eyes. This was not a novelty, considering that everyone in Denmark had similar traits, as if each father or mother had committed incest at some point in their lives. Anyway, something that differenti