Wavering Hearts

A short love story about Lilia who has fallen in love with Henry, her cousin.

Lilia, King William’s only daughter is becoming of age this May. Many suitors have come from far and wide to ask the hand of this beautiful young maiden. Sadly, all of their purposes were turned down, one by one.

Unable to cope with his daughter’s actions, King William shouted in rage, “It is very important that you find a suitor soon, Lilia. I am old and wary and I will soon step down from the throne. Before that I expect that you have chosen the one that will accompany you in ruling this kingdom”

Lilia’s hair draped over her shoulders. Pouting while looking out into the open from her window, “I know, Father. I will choose someone soon.”

King William let out a sigh of relief, “Very well…” turning around towards the door, “Please, Lilia, for the sake of the kingdom. Don’t be as careless as before” he strode out of Lilia’s room.

“Oh, Father. I am sorry. I have already chosen the one I want to be with but I am afraid that you may not accept my love for him,” Lilia thought while her eyes wandered across the castle’s garden. “Henry, my cousin…” letting out a sigh, “I love you.”