Raina stood up and smoothed her frilly little dress and walked over to her parents . She hugged Clovis first, greeting her father before turning to hug Kyera . Kyera smiled and hugged her back before taking her hand . She guided the little hand over the little girl's head and used it to spin her gently, the dress twirling around her form . It was lovely, but much more delicate and pretty than any of the overly controlled dresses she wore before . She looked like a child .
"Do you like it?" The little Princess asked a little nervously, she shot a look at Mordakai and Kyera instantly knew what was going on . This dress had Mordakai's influence all over it . Kyera smiles brightly .
Advertisement"A good princess is confident in anything from the dirtiest rag to the most elegant gown . Do you know why?" Kyera asked her with a smile . The rest of the table was paying attention, and trying to work out what she was going to say .
"Because clothes don't matter?" Raina asked with a smile, but there was a hint of sadness there . It was clear she really liked the dress . Kyera chuckled with a patient smile . The child had much to learn about the armor they called clothing .
"No, because, Raina Love, a true Princess will shine no matter what dirt you try to sully her with . Likewise, put a Princess in a beautiful but lifeless dress and it suddenly becomes a work of art . " Kyera replied with a smile, and Raina's eyes lit up as she kissed Kyera on the cheek . Then the child took her seat . "What I'm saying is, no matter what others may think, your clothing is a amor for your spirit, and it is your spirit that makes its beautiful . So, if you like it, then walk proud . "
Clovis chuckled softly, and took Kyera's hand under the table, passing her a glance . He was proud of the woman he had married . She had given the greatest gift of all to their family, long before she became pregnant . She had . Breathed life into a smothered family, and that was enough to make their lives worth while .
The meal was served . It was quite a spread of bread, cheese, soup, roasted vegetables, and meat pies of all types . It was rather easy for everyone to reach something that caught their fancy . Clovis occasionally slipped something new on Kyera's plate, making sure it didn't empty . He wanted to make sure the baby and mother were well fed . She cast him a pleading glance, she was obviously full .
Once she successfully stopped the onslaught of food she took a deep breath . "I have some news I need to share . Since everyone is here . " Kyera started with this, just to get the table's attention . Clovis froze, 'Wait we are doing this now?' He wondered quietly, but didn't try to stop her . It was her choice after all .
"You have the floor, Princess Kyera . " Mordakai offered with a bright smile . Kyera bowed her head toward him before gathering her thoughts .
"Thank you, Emperor Mordakai . " Kyera smiled and moved her gaze over everyone at the table . Her eyes lingered on Raina who looked at her curiously . She reached out and tapped Raina's nose gently . The little girl couldn't help but chuckle and tap Kyera's forehead in response . The moment was heartwarming and steadying for Kyera .
"I went to my people today for some basic care of the tribe things and, we got to talking . During this discussion we came to a realization that I think it is best comes to light as soon as possible but, I must ask it stay in this room . " Kyera added glancing around at the maids, who seemed to understand instantly . They topped off the glasses and left the room . Mordrin sat a little straighter in their chairs, Kyera was never one to send the help away needlessly .
"Alright, it seems we are secure . " Mordrin offered and Kyera nodded .
"Clovis, Raina, and I are expecting a fourth member to our little family . It would seem I am pregnant . " Kyera replied looking at the child beside her with a bit of a concerned sideways glance .
Chapter end
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