MEETING

The next day…

This morning I don't think I'm feeling well. Last night when I got to my room, I immediately rinsed myself. Now I have a fever. This morning I didn't even dare to shower. I washed my face and then immediately looked for a dress with long sleeves and covered the top.

I hope to cover up my feverish state with minimal makeup and perfume that I spray all over my body. I then walked towards the meeting room.

Am I late?

Arriving at the meeting room, it looks like everyone is already waiting. There was Rain, Cloud, and the four royal ministers. I then sat in front of Rain while Cloud sat in the main seat.

The meeting table was elongated. There were twelve chairs there beautifully engraved with yellow copper on the sides. I sat in the first row with Rain, while the four ministers chose to sit in the third and fourth rows.

Several maids came in with warm drinks and this royal cake. And the other maids handed us the reports, one by one.

Cloud presided over the meeting. He opened the meeting by asking his four ministers to introduce themselves to me. There are the foreign ministers, the interior ministers, the defense ministers, and the trade ministers. The four of them were confidants of the king.

After introducing myself to me, Cloud didn't ask me to introduce myself to the ministers. Cloud only said that I was an urban planning expert from another country. I feel calm because it turns out that only Cloud knows where I come from.

Cloud asked the four ministers to report their performance results over the past week, which means this meeting is held once a week. A system that amazes me. So that the ministers can be monitored maximally by Cloud.

Cloud himself holds the position of secretary of state, and he is also a reliable diplomat. Moreover, all state administrations are under his leadership.

No wonder Cloud is always busy. He always plays with paper every day.

Rain seemed to be watching me from across the meeting table. I can't seem to hide my fever before him, maybe because the bond between us is already strong. He asked me to quickly drink tea and eat cake while the palace ministers reported on the past week's activities.

Rain was very dignified in the palace. I heard from Aunt Asri that the palace dwellers greatly feared him. He did not hesitate to draw his sword if anyone dared to violate the royal rules. But in front of me, Rain was completely different. I smile when I remember his silly behavior.

Rain served as the commander-in-chief of this kingdom—all the soldiers and weapons of the kingdom were under his supervision and control. No one dared refute what he said. He is also a war strategist. Rain is very good at reading the situation.

I found myself surrounded by extraordinary princes.

Rain and Cloud have quite a striking difference. Cloud is so down-to-earth and good at negotiating with other people. Cloud is also very smiley to those around him. At the same time, Rain is respected and even feared by friends and foes alike. He has such great authority in front of people.

Both are equally handsome. However, the black-haired Rain was not like the blonde-haired Cloud. Their height is also slightly different, and Cloud is about 175cm while Rain is 180cm.

Rain's body is almost perfect in my eyes. Very athletic. Maybe it's because he has entered the military world since he was a teenager, so his body is amazingly shaped. But that doesn't mean Cloud isn't perfect, and he's also masculine. It's just that in terms of posture, Rain outperformed Cloud.

"Ara," Cloud called my name.

"I am, Prince," I answered him.

"Have you read the contents of the white file?" he asked me.

"Yes, Prince. However, there are a few things I would like to ask."

"Ask here."

Cloud invited me to ask him. I quickly explained which part I didn't fully understand.

In front of the ministers and Rain, Cloud explained his purpose by asking me for advice and opinions. Finally, I understand. Cloud wants income in this country to increase or even double from before.

Cloud then asked me to present my opinion.

Several servants came aboard, and I was asked to explain my path to better this country. They seemed so enthusiastic to respond to me.

I plan to increase my income from the fashion and tourism sectors. I want this country to be reorganized, starting from the city center and then to the corners of the country. Of course, this requires a very large cost.

I then suggested making a fashion show stage, which I would design myself. I see there is a huge business opportunity in this sector.

Rain, Cloud, and the four ministers gave me a round of applause. However, I acted normal. Being praised will not fly. Being scorned will not die. I just smiled and then forwarded all my suggestions and opinions.

"We can increase income from this country's plantation and agricultural sectors. We can also use forest wood as needed to meet domestic needs.

"For animal husbandry, I think we should open up more land. We will make the land a breeding ground for animals, such as chickens, goats, cows, and buffalo.

"For fish farming alone, I recommend along with farming. We can raise fish in the fields to double the results."

Rain stood up, clapping his hands. I also saw Cloud smiling, happy to hear this presentation. It seems what I'm doing now can cure his anger last night.

"You are wonderful, Miss."

The four ministers also stood up and gave me a round of applause. I bowed slightly towards them, then smiled and said thank you.

Cloud approves all my suggestions and opinions. Rain is ready to deploy his troops to help. The ministers immediately made a decree to be distributed throughout the country so that the citizens could follow along with the progress of this reform. Cloud signed it, as well as Rain.

The meeting is over. The decision has been made.

***

After the meeting, Cloud asked me to wait for him to calculate the initial budget for my work. He promised that when he finished, he would see me soon. My job is to design clothes that will sell at the fashion show later. I have thought of all the facilities and infrastructure. I was looking for an expert.

"Ara."

I heard Rain's voice calling. I then turned to him.

"Ara, are you sick?" Rain held my forehead.

"No, Rain. I'm fine," I replied with a smile.

"You don't lie to me. I'll take you to the royal healer." Rain immediately grabbed my hand.

"Rain…" I held him back.

Look at Rain meaningfully. I rubbed his left cheek and gave the sweetest smile I could.

"I'm fine. I need to rest. You don't have to worry."

"But, Ara—"

"Shhh. Don't make me kiss you right now, okay?" I tease him.

Rain didn't move, but there was still worry on his face.