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Writer's POV:

The next day, the palace people were up early for the last preparations. The birthday and engagement ceremony were going to take place by evening, as from Six PM. But the dowry was that afternoon, at one.

The sultanate was already prepared. Those invited were adding final touches to their chosen outfits, and some choosing theirs that same day. Everyone had chosen their outfits for the first and second ceremonies to hold that day.

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Asahd was awakened by his mother. She entered his room and opened the huge curtains so some daylight would shine into the dark room.

"Maa..." Asahd groaned sleepily, "Close them, please."

"Get...