The king's pov:

As I was nearing my bed chamber I come across with Atefeh holding Alicea's 'for my people's safety measure' I frown upon seeing the harness. Atefeh seemed to notice my frowning. "What's bothering my king?" she asked me with a gentle smile. "I just feel so guilty having her bound in those even though it was so that you won't be hurt. But after I heard the reports about her made me doubt about the other stories about her," I let out my concern. "When I saw her the first time in the throne room she was like a scared kitten who was trampled by others," I continued guilt hammering my conciousness. "Yes indeed, Alicea is of a sweet personality. I can sense it and please do not be guilty for you did not know any better my king," Atefeh responded. Then she kneeled to me and we continue our ways.

As I am bathing I processed everything that has happened today. I came to this conclusion: I just have to adapt and submit to the king. Since every other option led to me losing my head and unable to help my people in any way. After I bathed I went out my body and head wrapped in towels. I go to the bed and take the folded clothing. I unfold it and it was a simple dress made of cotton and with it came a belt to give little shape to it's silhouette. I dress up in it and after that I try to dry my thick hair as much as I can. Then I comb it so it doesn't get tangled. * knock,knock* someone knocked the door. "It is Atefeh with food Alicea" a mumbled voice came from the door. "Coming!" I replied and went to open the door. Atefeh came in with a basket full of food that smelled heavenly. Then Atefeh prepared the table for me and I thanked her. As I got to taste the food I realize how hungry I was. I was so used to fasting since being on the battlefield food wasn't always available. "Mmm...Delicious..." I breath out. When I finished eating I helped Atefeh pack plates and so on. Then we said our good nights and she left. I comb my hair. It's still damp, I hope it is fully dry tomorrow. After combing my hair I went to sleep. I fell asleep as soon my body was on the bed.

The next morning:

Yawn* Stretching* I woke up at sunrise and slept surprisingly well. It is early in the morning since the air is still cool. Knock* Knock* Someone knocked, lets see who's there. When I opened the door Atefeh and another female servant with her. "Good morning Alicea," Atefeh greeted. The other female servant greeted by smiling to me. "Good morning!" I greet back with a sweet smile. Then they came inside and dressed me up. The clothes I wore were of similar style to what Atefeh but just a little bit more elevated from her. I was wearing a tunic with an embroidered fabric belt, over knee long (downwards) harem pants, leather sandals and a linen veil tied to my head. My hair was braided by my request. The tunic had long sleeves that covered 3/4 of my arms. The dress part of my tunic looks like a seperate garment but it's actually sewn together. The pants I wore were flowy and loosely resembles a bell and were over knee long (downwards). The whole outfit was light blush pink colored the belt being only contrast of slightly bright lavender. "My king has not woken yet but we will come and bring you to him when he is ready. As for the reason: he will tell you his decision about you," Atefeh explained to me. I reply by nodding. Then they leave. Hmm... How long do I have to wait? But this does seem reasonable since it is pretty early in the morning. What should I do while waiting? My body does ache a little. Well now I know what to do meanwhile. Stretching it is. I started stretching and mentally prepare myself.

after a while....:

When I finished stretching someone was knocking the door. I got up from the floor to open the door. Atefeh was at the door. "My king has now called you Alicea to his presence," Atefeh said with a calm smile. I nod and follow her. My heart was pounding like a war drum my hands sweating. I try to calm myself by taking deep breaths. Now now Alicea you are g-ggoing to be fine. There's nothing to worry about. Whatever happens you must survive so you can help your people. As we walked we neared to where the king was. We got closer to the doors. Then Atefeh stopped and made way for me to enter. I glance at her. She motioned for me to enter. Then I nodded and took one last deep breath before entering in. 

When I entered the room I was amazed. It was full of beauty. It had a calm atmosphere from the right you can see the view of the kingdom. It was like a semi garden full of greenery and colourful flowers that had a calming scent. The sound of birds singing from outside elevated the room's peacefullnes. I walked towards the king who was sitting on the room's throne made of wood. "Good morning your majesty," I greeted as I bowed before him. "Good morning Alicea, you may stand up," the king greeted back tenderly. When I stood up I looked at the king. He bore a benevolent smile. He sat on the throne in casual manner his gaze gentle.

"I will tell you what I have decided," the king said. "You will be my personal maidservant. Considering you being a princess and also not being in league with the other nobles hence being innocent yet every one close to the king has to face the consequences. So I have decided to give you the honour of being my personal maidservant," the king declared.

W-what?! H-ho-w c-c-ome? Upon hearing the king's judgement I immediately get down on my knees. "Oh thank you your majesty for having great mercy on me even though I may not be worthy," I thanked the king giving him a birght. Then I stood back up. This is better than I thought. But...His voice... Demeanor was of a tender heart yet I... I am unsure. Can I trust him? But my happiness was so strong that even when I am doubtfull of him I still smiled. "May I know the king's name whom I now serve?" I asked. The atmosphere changed. Servants that were serving the king stared at me. The king seemed like he did't mind my question. "May I explain?" I asked. "Of course " the king answered amused by his servants. "It is a custom in my kingdom to ask one anothers names even if you know each other to establish a bond of mutual respect to ensure a good outcome when you start to work together or when you get to know your superior," I explained . Everyone seemed to understand since the servants continued their work. "Thanks for the explanation. The king whom you serve is named Alaric Hitesin," the king said in a friendly manner. The king was in a rally good mood. The sun made his majesty's expressions soft and magnificent. A king full of wisdom and goodwill for his people. "Before you start Atefeh will give you a tour and tell you how thing work. Do have any additional questions?" His majesty asked. Then it came my mind. Do I listen to anyone else after his majesty or do I only answer to him? "Do I answer only to you or is there also someone else I listen to after you?"I asked his majesty. The king seemed to realize something. "For now you only need to know that you answer to me," his majesty answered. "You may go now Alicea," his majesty ordered. I got out of the room. When I got out Atefeh was waiting to show me around.