Footprints In The Sand

''I believe you child. I know you didn't do it.'' The king said as he patted princess Emilia on her back gently, as if he wanted her not to worry.

''Hey you two, take the princess to her room and clean her up. Also give her something sumptuous to feed on.'' The king called on two maids and instructed them on what to do. 

They took the princess away to clean her up, as the King instructed. 

''Hey old lady part your hair neatly, so I can see your face.'' The king instructed, pointing to the old lady. 

The old lady parted her hair neatly and looked straight at the King. 

''What!? Alvira! Is that you?'' The King asked. 

''Yes it is me, your highness.'' the old lady affirmed the King's words. 

''Woah it's been a long time you know. We are very sorry for trying to give you up to Marline so as to stop the drought. I was such a coward King. Please forgive the Queen and I.'' The King apologized.