The Doctor unrolled the scroll a little bit more to reveal a representation of the Walled Garden.
The Doctor continued the story......
As the Young King was waiting in the Walled Garden to meet with the King of Ankar, he became aware that he was not alone and was being watched. By whom and why ? were two of his first thoughts.
Was he in danger ?
"Hello !" called the Young King. "is there anyone there ?" he continued
There was no reply. So he repeated himself .... still no reply.
He turned and walked towards the only entrance into and out of the garden. If the King was going to have to defend himself he would better off at the entrance. Then from behind him he heard the movement of leaves and a sound that sounded like a giggle.
Quickly turning he spotted two eye's staring at him from inside one of the Bushes. These eyes were the brightest blue he had ever seen. Even Bluer than his late Mother's.
The Young King walked slowly towards the "EYES"
"Come Out Now !" Shouted the Young King
More Giggling was the only response.
"Please Come Out, I won't hurt you !" he said in a softer voice. Thinking that this may be a child.
There was another Giggle, as the person hiding in the Bushes emerged. It was a Young Maiden. Dressed in Green.
A very Beautiful Maiden was the Young King's First Thought.
"Hello " said the Young King. " Hello" replied the Young Woman. Who then bust in too laughter. This caused the Young King to start laughing as well.
"What is so funny Young Lady ?" Smirked the Young King
"It is so small" Laughed the Young Maiden pointing at the Young King
"What !!!!" exclaimed the Young King
" Your Crown " Sniggered the Young Maiden. " I thought it would be bigger, with pointy things on it " she continued. " I have seen pictures of it. It is Big and Grey with Pointy Things on it "
" Oh " answered the Young King... " This is my "Princes' Crown, I will not wear the Farllon Crown until after I am officially Crowned at my Coronation . When I am Crowned King I will get to wear the one with the Pointy Things on it "
They both started to laugh again.
" Do you live and Work here ? " The Young King inquired
" Oh " replied the Young Maiden. " No one lives in the Garden, but I do work here helping my Father" she said smiling.
This Young Maiden had a smile very like his late Mother. She was beautiful and witty. Just like his Mother the Princess.
" Your Father must be the Gardener here ?" Exclaimed the Young King
" Head Gardener You could say " replied The Young Maiden laughing.
The couple chatted a while longer, walking around the garden. The Young Maiden pointed out some of her favorite plants, and told the young King of their point of origin... and any interesting facts. The Young King was now completely captivated by the Gardener's Daughter. Her every word seemed to reach into his very soul. Was this Witch Craft... An Enchantment or was it love ?. Then the sound of approaching foot steps interrupted them, and the spell was broken.
"I must be going, I cannot be seen here with you " The Young Maiden said. She continued " The King ordered that no one should be inside the garden whilst you were here.... I would not want to upset his Majesty ....Goodbye Little Crown " Whispered The Gardener's Daughter .
"Wait, Don't go " Said The Young King "I don't even know your name, what shall I call you ? !"
"Will I see you again ?" He inquired
"Yes I believe so" Laughter the Gardener's Daughter.... "You Can Call me ...The Gardener's Daughter if I can Call You Little Crown. " She then Kissed him and disappeared into the Bushes to hide.
As the Young King started to follow the Gardener's Daughter into the Bushes she was now hiding, he realized that someone was standing behind him. It was BUTT - LLAR
"His Majesty is ready to receive you My Lord" Said BUTT -LLAR
"Oh, Yes" said the Young King straightening his Jacket, hoping that BUTT - LLAR had not spotted the Gardener's daughter. If he had maybe he would tell the King, who may punish her and her father.
As the two walked towards the Palace, BUTT -LLAR asked if the Young King would like a few minutes to freshen up before he met the Ankarian King. The Young King initially declined the offer, but catching a glimpse of himself in a mirror, realized that he had lipstick on cheek from where the Garden's Daughter had kissed him.
He was shown into a private room where he was able to wash his face and check his appearance.
He thoughts were of his meeting with The Gardener's Daughter and how she may have now impacted on his plans.... of the Future of Ankar.
Next Time King Meets King.
Until Then ENJOY
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