16 Capital City

When Ivy woke up she was on the bed in an unfamiliar room and tucked securely. She sat on her bed and stretched her body.

She remembered the last day and a smile bloomed on her face. In that happy mood, she went to do some exercises to start the new day in the capital. When she came out of her thoughts she observed her new room.

The room is decorated with white and blue curtains and the size of the room is bigger than her room in the Magna. The paintings, decoration, flower vases, and her closet are pleasant and neatly decorated.

She didn't have any particular choices for room decoration, but she avoided the dull and dark rooms as she felt her energy reduced. She prefers bright and light colours.

She went near her closest to change into her exercise clothes, when she was in Magna she requested her mother to prepare a few clothes suitable for her exercises. The closest is already stuffed with her belongings.

After changing, she did the exercises in her room as this is the new place and she needed to check around the place. This is not a modern period where she can roam everywhere and that too she is in the capital.

She has a basic understanding of people's thinking in these times and prefers to not cause an uproar on her first day. After her exercises, she planned to take a nice bath but her room doors opened slowly.

Two young maids who were wearing blue gowns and white aprons came silently to not disturb Ivy. But they are surprised when they notice Ivy, not only because of her clothes but also her smile.

Ivy smiled at them when they noticed her. They both stood in their place without moving. Ivy cleared her throat to bring them back from their stupor.

"Good Morning, Miss. We are truly sorry for.." before they complete their words ivy stopped them.

"Good Morning, but please prepare my bath. We will talk later" Ivy knows their iconic lines and she didn't want to listen to them and waste time.

After having her nice bath, she was dressed up by the two maids who are named Kily and Fere.

Ivy is dressed in a pink gown which is embroidered with a flower design with white thread. The gown is simple and comfortable for her to roam around.

A Little of her hair is tucked and remains left freely. Her ears are studded with diamond studs and her neck is adorned with a beautiful diamond chain.

"Miss, you are beautiful." Kily complimented.

"Yes miss, You are a true beauty in this kingdom," Fere added.

Ivy smiled and said "I know, but thank you. Let's go"

Kily and Fere were surprised when she accepted their praise, they thought she would become shy or she would smile but they never expected this.

They came out of their stupor when someone knocked on the door.

"Miss, Madam is waiting for you at the carriage. Today you are going to have breakfast outside. If you are ready then .." before Paul completes his words Ivy cuts him.

Ivy's eyes widened with surprise "Really? Today we are going to dine outside?"

Paul smiled and said, "Yes, Miss."

"Let's go, paul. Lead the way" Ivy sprang towards Paul with happiness. This is the first time she is going to eat outside.

After she left the room, Fere who looked surprised earlier now sneered after seeing Ivy behaviour.

"She is really a village bumpkin. She only has looks but no brains" Fere said with disdain.

"Fere, don't speak like that. We are here to work not to cause trouble. Watch your mouth, '' Kily reminded strictly.

Fere mouth twitched with annoyance and left the room angrily.

Ivy went outside to find her mother waiting in the carriage. She went inside happily and sat in front of her.

"Good Morning, Mom" Ivy greeted cheerfully.

"Good Morning, Ivy. It seems you are excited and didn't seem tired from yesterday's journey?" Allora inquired gently.

"Yes mom, I am in a good mood as we are going to have breakfast outside. This is my first time in the capital. So I am excited" Ivy stated happily.

"Good, good. Let's have breakfast before we start our shopping as there are only 10 days for your birthday and age ceremony." Allora was busy with how to organize all the things and this was the first celebration for her daughter in a grand manner.

'Hoo yeah, I forgot that. Soon it will be my birthday as well as the coming of age ceremony. I will become an adult twice,' Ivy thought to herself and chuckled.

Allora looked at Ivy who was laughing for no reason and inquired "What is that?"

"Ah... I totally forgot about this mother due to my dragon ride" Ivy informed.

Allora smiled and said "Yes, I really didn't believe that you all grew up. Time really flew fast."

Ivy looked at her mother who was dealing with mixed emotions. She never thought that this kind of thing would happen to her and she will meet a family who loves her to bits.

Soon they arrived at the destination and stepped down from the carriage, Ivy observed her surroundings carefully and was awed by the beautiful place.

The street is bustling with crowds, the shops are filled with customers, the children are playing on the footpaths and the horses are moving on the busy road.

Ivy looked at the building in front of her which seemed like a restaurant. There is a board hung on the wall with the name "Blue Plate" written in beautiful calligraphy and beside the name, there is a fork and spoon drawn.