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Early morning, most of the Kets were in their dormiciles sleeping, some snoring their heads off. Which may well have been, what prompted Besai, to see, her ablutions completed as she slipped on her clothes and headed off towards the temple area?
Besai liked to watch the sunrise, as the light flooded into the temple area, illuminating it, bathing it in its warmth,. yet this was not her final destination, not this morning.
Adjacent to the temple area was an area designated as part of the Galesia gardens, almost a forest area. Daifrix Galesian flora and fauna, some of it, in beautiful colours and Nephis (grass is close) soft to sit upon.
It also had several plants, from Iofnen’s homeworld. One in particular called ‘Corieu Mephaxa’. A favourite of Besai’s. More so, one might add, since her betrothal to Iofnen. Vivi (Butterflies) also flittered around, their colours and patterns, darting in and out of the various plants, resting for some moments on her favourite flowers.
Perhaps if Besai thought, she was alone, it was not so. Hidden by various bushes and shrubs, as we would know them; were two other Kets. Lumark and Kinsey.
Not unusual, for Kets to be out and about, early in the morning. Some were not liking the heat of mid day sun, so tended to take a siesta in the afternoon, enjoy the early morning respite. The approaching figure of one particular Ket, that had caught Lumark’s eye. He stared then hissed at Kinsey.
“We might have to rescue Besai. you’ll never guess, who’s headed towards her.“ Kinsey moved, to now peer through the bushes, her eyelids flared, then settled back, as she whispered.
“She might simply be out for an early morning walk, don't be so cruel. Anyway, I don’t think Besai, would give HER time of day.“
Besai had been watching, one of the Vivi, as it fluttered then flew off. Her head moved, to watch it vanish amongst the flowers. Glancing around, her eyes rested upon the one person, she was NOT, desiring to disturb her tranquility.
Yet, Carianne WAS, out for a walk, hmm, maybe a run, that had within the last few yards turned into a walk. Out, getting some exercise. Her clothing, was a special suit, that she was trying out, designed to monitor her physically. Other Kets would tell you, that she certainly kept fit, and was to some a bit of a fitness fanatic.
Checking the distance she had traveled, reading off the information from the device, strapped to her waist, which also gave her data, on muscle exertion, heart rate. (Not that some believed Carianne had a heart).
How much fat, she had burned off, calorific facts and figures plus.
Besai might have hoped, she would have continued past her, but no such luck. Slumped to the ground, close to her, Carianne, was now doing some exercises, before stopping, sitting up to talk to Besai? “I always thought you a bit dumb“
Besai frowned thinking ‘Here goes, spoil my morning.” “But you’re not are you?” She paused, flicked her hair back. Tied it into place adding. “Prince Iofnen. He’s a good catch. Just never thought, of you two, as an item. Heck, did it surprise me when I heard the news.
I saw the rings you both wear. You’re both so quiet.“ She laid back, looking up at the sky, grinned.
“Makes a bit of a change, from some of the other Kets.“ She sat up again.
“I just hope one day I’m as lucky Besai in finding a male who’s as nice as Iofnen, accept my apologies, I guess I should have called you by your correct title. Imperiata Princess Besai. Judging by the news I read earlier on Transcast, it won’t be long, before its Empress.“
Besai wondered what she meant. Somehow Carianne had suspicions she didn't. “Oh my. You don't know, do you. Iofnen’s Papa is getting old, well, he is, considering most have died young from that Dynasty. The Empress has already voiced her concerns, according to.“ She sat up facing Besai
“Majella and the Renais magazine. 'OK right now.'. Having, so they say, inside information, on Iofnen taking over from his Papa. both of you made center pages. I don't think the pictures did you both justice. You are so much prettier B in the flesh. Anyway, after the bonding ceremony and celebrations between Iofnen and you, this all rather puts you in the deep end. But hey, that is what it is about, being an Imperiatta Princess.
The only thing I would not have liked, about bonding with Iofnen are all the rules and regulations they have on etiquette. I suppose, you have been reading up, on customs and traditions, protocols, for when you’re his Empress?“ Besai in truth, really hadn’t given it much thought.
Carianne was quick to console her, on her seeming discomfort. All in all, a bit of a shock for her, she expected her instead, to capitalize on her lack of knowledge.
“Besai. I’ll get you some Globecast info tutorial slites, so you can read up on them. You really should. The last thing you want, is to be humiliated, for how little you know about his people, their customs and traditions.“ She rattled off a whole list of other items, for consideration. Finally pausing, much to Besai’s relief, before adding.
“Its NO GOOD Besai. I’ll have to mentor you myself, to make sure you’re prepared. You can pay me back by making me your Clisset Ame. (Maid of honor, is close.)“ Carianne stood up did a few random stretches of her limbs “See you later and remember what I said, oh and I will, have those shelde slites, sent round to you.“ She smiled.
"Oh and if you do see a copy of 'OK right now', do try, not to be too upset,. at that article on you both. They did one on me, it was a little less demeaning in some respects. but they really are not to be taken too seriously. She started towards the main path, picking up speed, out of sight, gone. Besai settled back, breathed a sigh of relief.
Kinsey and Lumark, had watched Carianne, vanishing in the distance, before making their move towards Beis. They felt she might like some consoling. “Couldn’t believe it B.“ Kinsey grinned, as Lumark sat down next to Besai. “I’m sure Iofnen, will help you, to learn about his people, customs traditions.“ Kinsey nodded. “I feel the last thing you want, is Carianne teaching you anything.
We know how nasty she can be.
How would you know, if what she told you, was the truth. or some way of her getting some kicks from seeing you humiliated."
Lumark interrupted her “I don’t think Carianne lies, I always found her to be truthful “ Kinsey’s face scowled. “Well I know why YOU, would say that. I suspect like most of the males, you would not, turn down a date with Carianne.“ Besai started to smile.
“Well those except Prince Iophan. “ Kinsey rolled her eyes, laughed. “Margise will be glad to know that B. I think you meant your beloved, Prince Iophan.“ “I do love him. “ Lumark looked up at Besai. She pointed to the Vivi fluttering amongst the flowers.
“Iofnen IS special to me, that’s why I come here. The Corieu Mephaxa’ is quite common on his home world and part of his
Royal Crest.“ “See you’re already learning.“ “But I wouldn’t want, to be ignorant, of what I should know; especially meeting his family or being presented to his people.“ Kinsey slumped down laid back beside Besai.
“At least I don’t have to worry about such formalities B. My male, is going to be rich, influential and and and ...“
She carried on reeling out her list until she stopped then giggled.
“You don't think I’m expecting too much?” “Only about how many Nefu (servants) you will need to carry the lists re your demands. “ Lumark was laughing, it died away after receiving a kick from Kinsey, to be replaced by a howl.
“You can talk. Brains you might have, just a shame about the looks.“ Besai looked at him, at Kinsey, for her to start laughing. "B. I was joking. He hates it, when I say that. Winds him up and good for him. Some of them deserve to be put in their place.
Lumark, wants to build a superliner, thats his dream.“ Besai looked at Lumark, who smiled, nodded.
“Well Ocasa tells me ‘Lumark is slow, clumsy and absolutely brilliant when it comes to Teatronic biometrics and engineering.
n fact, he told me, he thought Lumark, should not settle for any dimpled female, as he deserved to have a female,
worthy of his skills.“ Lumark grinned. Not for long, it turned into a scowl as Besai continued her banter.
“He did say however, that there were, very few females he knew, who rather unfairly he thought, would look twice at Lumark.“ Lumark turned away as Besai wondered, if she had been rude without meaning to be. To the point, she had offended him.
She liked Lumark.
Kinsey burst out laughing, which did not help how Beis was feeling. “Never mind eh.“ It was Kinsey, now physically attacking Lumark with him, trying to fend her off.
“We can’t all be good looking AND have brains. Can we. Some of us are willing to settle for brains.“ Lumark grinned.
“Specially when it comes to you Kissy. Good looking, no brains. Still, I like my Frubu, but that doesn't have brains either.”
Kinsey was beating on him. Amidst the laughter, insults continued.
Besai stood up brushed off the bits of pollen from her dress, shook her head, as she wandered off, away from them, leaving them still fighting. Unusual those two, not at all, what you would have thought as a pair. 'I think.' Thought Besai, glancing back at them now kissing.
“You like Lumark, a lot more than you care to admit. I just hope Kinsey, you don’t reject him, because of what others might say. Now why, had Seocia sprung to mind.
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