Chapter 19: Amelia Determination
At night, the King of Borwinter Kingdom summoned Amelia to his private chambers. Amelia entered the room, her expression respectful as she curtsied before her father, the king. The King, a wise and stern figure, looked at Amelia with a serious gaze. "Amelia, I would like to hear your thoughts on Narumi. What do you think of him?"
Amelia hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to express her feelings. "Father, Narumi-sama is a kind-hearted and honorable person. He has shown great bravery and has helped our kingdom in times of need. However, I believe his heart belongs to Christina."
The King listened intently, considering Amelia's words. He then spoke with a hint of determination, "Amelia, if you truly have feelings for Narumi, then perhaps you should consider becoming his wife. As the princess, it is within your power to make such a decision."
Amelia's eyes widened in surprise. She understood the King's reasoning, but her heart told her that Narumi and Christina belonged together. "Father, I appreciate your suggestion, but Narumi-sama and Christina are deeply in love. It wouldn't be right for me to come between them."
The King, persistent in his belief, replied, "Amelia, as a Goddess Apostle, Narumi holds a special position. Even if he loves Princess Christina, he will still need another woman to ensure the continuation of his bloodline. You could be that second wife, fulfilling your duty as a princess and a guardian of our kingdom's future."
Amelia's confusion grew. "But Father, Narumi-sama is not a Goddess Apostle. He is a person from another world."
The King paused, his gaze softening as he looked at his daughter. "Amelia, you are sweet and compassionate, but the truth is that it doesn't matter. The people's will deified him as a goddess apostle, whether he truly is one or not. Our people need a figure to believe in, and Narumi can be that figure."
Amelia's thoughts swirled with conflicting emotions. Her interest in Narumi as a person of the opposite sex was undeniable, but she still hesitated. She couldn't ignore her own feelings or disregard the happiness of Narumi and Christina.
The King spoke with a tone of authority, "Amelia, you are a princess, a member of the royal family. Your duty goes beyond personal desires. Think about the greater good of our kingdom and its people." Amelia bowed her head in understanding. "Father, I will do as you say. I will try my best to become Narumi-sama's second wife, to fulfill my duty as a princess and a member of our royal family."
A soft smile formed on the King's face. "That's good to hear, Amelia. From this day forward, I appoint you as the leader of the special magic knight regiment. Your new duty is to select the best magic knights and join Narumi, supporting him in everything he needs."
Amelia looked up at her father, a mix of determination and uncertainty in her eyes. She knew the path ahead wouldn't be easy, but she was willing to fulfill her responsibilities, even if it meant sacrificing her own desires.
As the King's words settled in, Amelia accepted her new role with a nod, ready to embark on her journey as the leader of the special magic knight regiment, assisting Narumi and protecting their kingdom with unwavering devotion.