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[img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/180830/8230a2ab70ae592a48f272596f881280.png[/img][hr][hr][sub][color=8b8b8b]A Collaboration between Silence & Maya[/color][/sub][hr][/center][color=8b8b8b]Her eyes gazed through the small window of the carriage as it rocked slightly on the graveled road. She smiled slightly as they neared towards the Kingdom of Exodus for the festival. Her mind flashbacked on their journey towards the Kingdom as it wasn't bumpy or troublesome but because she was with her King and felt the love in the air around them. Antonette's eyes peered over towards him for the moment with a pearly white smile before she went back to staring out of the scenery again. Her mind did another flashback to whenever she was getting ready to travel to the festival.

Antonette's handmaidens had prepped and primped her to look her best, even though their wealth was a little low. She had thanked them for their services then quickly dismissed them while guards grabbed her belongings to take to the carriage. She had sat on the edge of her bed with a sigh then quickly rose up to her feet whenever her chamber doors reopened and the guards were ready to take her to the carriage. She nodded her head towards them and stood in the middle of four guards now.

When she arrived at the carriage, she had seen her husband, her King standing there as when she neared him, she planted a kiss upon his cheek. He had even helped her into the carriage. [color=40AC4B][b]"How are you doing, my King?"[/b][/color] She'd ask him whenever he was settled inside of the carriage. She was quite excited to be going to the Kingdom of Exodus for the festival and she was quite curious to know about their expenses and how they kept their wealth. But that was something she would keep to herself and not mention to the King.

She came back to reality then smiled over towards Klaus again before clearing her throat and speaking towards him. [color=40AC4B][b]"Excited for the festival, my love?"[/b][/color] She stood up, bent over because of the room in the carriage then went over to sit beside him. [color=40AC4B][b]"I'm excited. Hopefully, you'll save me a dance."[/b][/color] Antonette teased as she reached to grab his hand and stared into his eyes with her own.

The King sat silently, eyes sealed shut while he ran different scenarios through his head. His plan for tonight and the nights to come were to mingle, make as many alliances as he could, and return home to begin plans to build his Kingdom's numbers as well as popularity. He knew his Kingdom was not well liked, being one of the more dangerous, but at least they weren't Luthra. Earlier that same day he had be thinking on the festival while he prepared himself for it, he imagined what it would look like, what the Kingdom looked like. He had never stepped foot in Exodus, the people were odd, but they were also very wealthy.. The King was dressed humbly, his Kingdom wasn't that of much wealth but being a royal, him and his Queen had enough to look put together. On his hip he carried his father's sword, one hand always placed atop it in case he would need to use it. He assumed Exodus was a quite safe Kingdom however, but with all the strange guests and Luthra arriving, the unthinkable could happen. 

The King's mind would once again wander to earlier in the day, he had just finished getting ready for the festivities when he would find his most trusted guards, muttering how he'd like them to keep a close eye on his Queen rather than himself. While he was a very stern and cold man in most cases, he still did care for his Queen dearly, he wanted her safety to be a top priority. Klaus would dismiss the men, telling them to fetch his Queen before he himself made his way outside to the carriage where he would greet Antonette. [color=00a651][i]How're you doing my King?"[/i][/color] The woman would chirp, the King offering a weak smile before kissing her cheek in return. He would usher her into the carriage, helping her to her seat before settling down into a seat himself. [color=a2d39c][b]"I am well, how are you my dear? Your dress looks lovely, how much did that cost us?"[/b][/color] He would begin his sentence sweetly, but all good things came to an end with Klaus. As soon as he had started, his kindness withered and the talk of money would arise. He knew Antonette was good with finances and wouldn't dare spend too much, but he couldn't help himself but to be snarky.

The sound of Antonette's voice would shake Klaus from his daydreaming, his eyes flicking open to gaze out at the Kingdom inching closer and closer. It was a gorgeous Kingdom, his blood boiled with jealousy. [b][color=82ca9d]"Yes, [i]very[/i]"[/color][/b] The man would mutter in response to her question about being excited for the festivities, his eyes still glued to Exodus. The soft touch of her hand would release the lock his eyes had on the Kingdom, his blood cooling slightly. He would glance over at his Queen, a gentle smile tugging at his cheeks. [color=a2d39c][b]"Of course my love, always have room for a dance with you."[/b][/color] Klaus clutched her hand, raising it to his mouth to plant the softest peck atop it. Releasing her hand to turn his head away once more, eyes examining the grand Kingdom doors they were approaching. [color=a2d39c][b]"Their Kingdom isn't that great is it? These blood drinkers need to be knocked down a level..."[/b][/color] The King would huff out, his jaw clenching, it was quite obvious the man was under duress, a ticking time bomb by now.

Earlier she did not really answer how much her dress cost because it was indeed expensive for their Kingdom. She just chuckled and acted like she did not hear the question but now, the truth was going to set her free. [color=00a651][b]"My King, I must tell you that this dress..."[/b][/color] Antonette reached her hand down to tug on it before placing them on Klaus' hand now and gazing into his eyes with sincerity. [color=00a651][b]"Did cost a fortune but I just wanted to make a good impression in Exodus."[/b][/color] She admitted to him and hoped that he would not be upset with her. Hell, she did do the finances for the Kingdom so a little money to spend on herself and her King wasn't such a bad idea [sup]___[/sup] At least in her mind, it wasn't.

Antonette smiled brightly whenever he mentioned that he'd always have room for a dance with her then chuckled like a little school girl, which ended with a snort, then slapped his arm playfully. Her eyes peered back out of the small window as the Kingdom of Exodus came more and more into view. [color=00a651][b]"It certainly is magical. Almost memorizing, I'd say."[/b][/color] She spoke openly about it then turned her attention back towards Klaus with another bright smile. She rubbed his hand with her own with a sigh.

[color=00a651][b]"I wonder how they keep up their expenses and such."[/b][/color] Antonette honestly hated being one of the lowest wealth Kingdoms around but she might sneak into the offices of Exodus to see what they are really doing with their expenses. A slight smirk formed at the corners of her lips as her eyes rolled up with the thought. She just might actually do that.

Klaus would clench his fist tightly upon hearing she had spent a fortune on the dress. He would close his eyes once more, sighing heavily before nodding. [color=a2d39c][b]"That's fine, we should make a grand appearance, wouldn't want my Queen in rags."[/b][/color] The King would glance towards Antonette when she spoke of Exodus's wealth and how they kept it up, his own questions running through his head silently. [color=a2d39c][b]"I too would like to know how people such as Freyja's, keep their pockets so full..."[/b][/color] His voice was that of a grumble, he was very clearly upset. The jealously thick in his words, his ego rising each time he spoke of the Kingdom. 

The carriage would come to a swift halt, Klaus would exit, offering  a hand to his Queen to help her out before standing at the entrance of Exodus. Loud music would flow from the Kingdom, smells of fresh food and different oils following.

It was no doubt that Klaus was mad at Antonette but he still complimented her anyway, which she could help but smile about. She raised a brow at his next statement then knew right then smirked as she knew right then and there that she must ask certain questions to find out. The carriage at finally came to a halt at the entrance and she looked as Klaus exited then offered his hand to her, which she gladly accepted then stood beside Klaus. Her eyes lit up with amazement at the Kingdom as she music and food along with many other things made her much more excited.

[color=00a651][b]"Come on, my King."[/b][/color] Antonette said as she clasped her hand with Klaus and practically dragged him through the entrance gate.[/color]