The King's Affection (Fanfiction)_English

Chapter (12) Royal Marriage?

(In the King's Quarter, the King was waiting for the Crown Prince while preparing a tea. The Crown Prince came in and paid his respects to the King and the King said to Crown Prince that...)

"Come here and sit, Crown Prince."

"May I know why you call me Father."

I heard you enjoy chrysanthemum tea around this time of the year. Your mother also liked chrysanthemum tea. But...I had never brewed tea for her. Hwi.., My Son...

(The prince was a little tremble when the king called for him. Did father just call her name, Hwi? Her father had not called her that since her mother's death.)

"My son Hwi...Do you know why I am against your marriage?"

"It must be because you don't think I am ready to take the next step."

"I got married when I was your age. I made a family at a young age. So, I didn't know how precious it was or how to protect it. So...I failed...to protect my family. But... I didn't want you to make the same mistake. Although, marriage can be considered one of your duties as a Crown Prince, you are also my son. I hope you can marriage when you really love someone and can take responsibility for that girl. So, I wanted to buy you some time for you."

"Forgive me for misunderstanding yours good will, Father."

"Hwi...are you tired, isn't it?"

"This..."

"If being the Crown Prince feels distance from others, being the King feels isolated and lonely. You have to be careful about everything because there are very few who you can trust. I believe that when the you sit the throne one day, you will understand my thoughts. My son, if you must select Crown Princess, the daughter of the Minister of Personnel will be best for you. The Minister of Personnel will help you. Having him on your side will be very helpful in your future. Do you understand what I mean?"

"Yes, I understand, Father."

"And even though Jung Ji-un is the son of Jung Seok-jo, he can help you a lot if he stays by your side. He really has some talents; he passed the state exam at the age of 15. The most important thing is the envoy from Ming will come soon and Jung Ji-un once rescues Vice Minister of Rites of Ming. This will helpful for you when you receiving the envoys..."

"This...what do you mean Father?"

"Yes, you must take in charge of receiving the envoys this time. I mean you have to greet them in my place when they arrive at the Palace. Shouldn't you think, the soon-to-be-married bridegroom show off his skills?

(After returning from the King's Quarter, the prince was thinking a lot.

This was the first time she had talked to her father for a long time. In fact, Father also seems to have a lot of discomfort and pressure. Her Grandfather was so powerful and only Lord Changchun; the could be Grandpa's rival. She, the Crown Prince is the grandson of Lord Sangheon; the , while the Grand Prince Jehyeon is the grandson of Lord Changchun; the . Therefore, In fact, her father seems to be protecting her by ignoring her.

Hwi... How long did he wait to hear that call from her father? Father, If you found out that the real Hwi was dead and I was in Hwi's place, would you be able to continue calling me Hwi? Would you just give me another death sentence?

While the prince was thinking, Prince Jaeun request her permission to enter and so he said to Bok-don...)

"Let him come in."

"I heard that His Majesty finally gave his blessing for the royal marriage?

"Being a Crown Prince can feel futile at times. One must accept a loveless marriage just because of its state affair. Maybe you could perhaps put in a word for me? Petition that wedding be postponed for your dear younger cousin's sake. I wouldn't mind taking advantage of your influence for once."

"Your Royal Highness...."

"I was just joking, there is not need to take it so seriously."

"May I... ask you something?" Have you ever loved someone, Your Royal Highness?"

"Pardon? Gosh. Brother, how silly of you. Here you are teasing a groom-to-be."

"It's why I'm asking. Have you ever harbored romantic feelings for anyone?"

"Love someone...I don't know and I don't think much because as a Crown Prince, this is one of my duties to marriage a Crown Princess in one day."

(As the she said this, a girl at that day is appearing in her mind. When she thought that girl, she seems to remember she didn't not even remember to ask the girl's name...the Prince smiled suddenly while she thought of the girl...So, the Prince Jaeun stare strangely the Prince and asked...)

"Your Royal Highness, are you smiling now?"

"Do I? Do you remember the girl who we have to send to the Physician the other day?"

"I'm definitely remembered. Why can't I forgot, due to her we can't go anywhere."

"Is it related you smile with that girl, Your Highness?"

"I had to rescue a girl who fell into the water when I was young.... Yesterday, I had to help a girl who was about to fall. Surprisingly, all three of them are the same person. How can a girl be so careless?"

(Prince Jaeun was surprised to first hear about a girl from the Crown Prince, so he said to Prince....)

"It's the first time I've heard of about a girl from you, Your Highness."

"This.... What about you? You also don't have a wife yet, I think, consider from your age, it is already a little bit late. Isn't it?'

"I have, but she is the one who I can't..."

"Well, which family is the girl from, even brother is not be allowed to fall in love? Maybe is she the Princess of Ming?"

"Let's stop this topic here. Your Majesty said that Your Highness will lead the delegation this time for receiving envoy and give me order to help Your Highness."

"This is my first time and I am taking His Majesty's place, therefore, I feel excited and anxious because there can be no room for error. However, I'm relieved that you will help me."

(Note: Will Hwi and Ha-Kyaung meet in next chapter or who will Hwi meet.

Though I would like to update fast, it takes times to translate becasue of my poor English and have no time. Guy, please be patient. )