Centuries ago,
Kamaz and Zelda stood behind the curtain after the King granted Kamaz entry.
‘‘If you have no respect for your Father, you should have some for your King.
I never permitted you to come with your maid’’ The King spat.
Zelda’s squeeze on Kamaz’s fingers tightened. It was not because of the words that had been directed at her but because she knew the effect it had on Kamaz.
‘‘My wife, Father!I am getting married to Zelda Elsher and we have come to receive your blessing’’ Kamaz said.
The King guffawed.
‘‘Your wife?
Blessing?
The people will never accept her. You will never get strong alliances. How many times must I recite this to you?
She Can’t Make You King!’’ The King yelled.
Zelda looked up to Kamaz’s face.
This moment…this opportunity, is the dream of many, and many will give up all that pertains to them for it. But he…
‘‘You have always been the King of Zoah to me and you will always be.