The Autumn of an Emperor, The Spring of a New Empire
After Ian was defeated, Leticia managed to recover from mental shock and Raphael is now recovering from his stab wounds.
In the same castle and bench were it all began, two people were once again seen, this time their faces, distinct of joy and peace, devoid of any worry. Leticia sat at the chair, looking and caressing Raphael who was laying at her lap. Before , they sat here under the autumnal sky, now it was spring. New leaves grew and flowers stood tall once again.
“Leticia, now that Ian is gone. The Empire needs a new emperor. You too, will need a partner not only for duties but also someone to take care and love you thoroughly. Also the people would be complaining if you don't have an heir. ” Rapahel said. Confused by this sudden upbringing, Leticia inquired, “What is it that you're trying to tell me? ”. “ I have always fallen in love with you, ever since our youth... however, even with my power, I can't get you away from Ian...I have tried so hard to endure it, but you deserve someone better than Ian, someone like me.”
Raphael gently stood up and kneeled in front of Leticia, taking he hand, he said, “My Empress, the weight of the Empire rests on your shoulders. I offer you not just my hand in marriage, my support, my love and my pledge to share the burdens of life with you. You do not have to bear everything alone, your grief, joy, anger, will also be mine. ” he paused, then took out a small jewel box. Inside it was a diamond ring, adored with scarlet rubies and gems, truly a mesmerizing treasure. “Leticia Ascart, will you grace me the honor of becoming your Emperor, your husband?” Raphael said without hesitation.
Leticia somewhat felt that this was coming, but she was still surprised. Nevertheless, the answer is already clear. Ever since her chidlhood, he was the only one that cared for the real Leticia. Not because of power or influence, but because of her. “Yes” she replied, it was a short response but that was all Raphael needed. He did not need a long explanation, all he wanted was that short answer to believe that Leticia's heart was his, not for Ian, not for anyone else.
Hearing her answer, Raphael, grabbed Leticia's hand and made her stand up. In the presence of the blue sky, flowers dancing with butterflies and the breeze, in this serene garden, Raphael held her face, as he kissed Leticia tenderly, a show of their long, undying love.
[ That was the start of a new story, a tale history will remember. His Imperial Majesties, the Empress, Leticia Ascart, the Emperor, Raphael Augustus, are the people's light after the dark reign of Ian. The autumn was the fall of a sadistic Emperor and ruined land. But, the Spring, however, is the birth of a long awakened love and a magnificent Empire.]
—The End—
