{"id":3086,"date":"2022-04-28T00:05:14","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T04:05:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hdhstory.net\/Storyblog\/?p=3086"},"modified":"2022-04-26T12:28:00","modified_gmt":"2022-04-26T16:28:00","slug":"x-exes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hdhstory.net\/Storyblog\/?p=3086","title":{"rendered":"X: eXes"},"content":{"rendered":"

This is the continuation and conclusion of <\/span><\/i>Tale of Two Kingdoms<\/span><\/i> the writing from <\/span><\/i>K: King\u2019s Choices<\/span><\/i><\/a>, <\/span><\/i>Q: Queen\u2019s Quandry<\/span><\/i><\/a>, <\/span><\/i>S: Seeking Out<\/span><\/i><\/a>, <\/span><\/i>U: United<\/span><\/i><\/a>.\u00a0 You may want to read them first if you haven\u2019t already.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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X: eXes<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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April, a long time ago (10 years later)<\/span><\/p>\n

Dear People of the Two Kingdoms,<\/span><\/p>\n

This war is finally over. There have been many losses, but you have won your freedom. Our parents who had ruled for so long had passed on quite mysteriously, leaving each kingdom with our siblings and their spouses as rulers. It is they that share the blame for the conditions that you were put in which caused this war. Their greed for wealth and power at the cost of your lives was unacceptable. Having left the kingdoms, Luna and I could do nothing to stop it. Our goal was to work with what we had and make our lives better than how we were brought up, which we did on our sanctuary farm. We watched from afar with much sadness. Our hearts were with you and whatever needs we could supply to you we did.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Queen Cinderhella and King Arming, having failed here, have left their spouses and even now wander to seek other kingdoms to conquer. My brother and Samson\u2019s sister have also departed to parts unknown, in disgrace, for what they let happen, leaving both kingdoms without a leader.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You have reached out to us to take the mantle of control of both kingdoms and rule over them as one. We appreciate that you trust us and our views to want us to be your king and queen. But we must refuse. The time for Kings and Queens and rulers for life, based on bloodlines must end. It is time for you to stand up for yourselves. Select leaders that reflect your wants and needs. Note that over time wants and needs will change, so make sure that the leaders you choose follow that change. No leader should have a permanent position for life, no matter how good they are.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Educate your youth in the ways of the world. Let them learn how to think for themselves and learn from their experiences. Teach them how to listen to others and separate fact from fiction. They will be the ones that follow in your footsteps. They will be the ones that have to live in the world you create or destroy. So make sure they know how to think.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Though we refuse to be your King and Queen, we will not abandon you. We will be there to advise you as you take that next step. We will remain here at our Sanctuary should you need us.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Be well in your endeavors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Your loyal friend,<\/span><\/p>\n

Samson<\/span><\/p>\n

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April, a long time ago (5 years later)<\/span><\/p>\n

Dear Citizens of Selat,<\/span><\/p>\n

You have done well. The ex-Kingdoms and rulers that led you astray exist no more. Your new Republic of Selat is prospering.\u00a0 We are proud of the system of leadership you have devised. Electing your leaders by the people, in which all people can vote is a unique and wonderful idea. Demanding liberty, justice, and equality for all regardless of differences will be what keeps you strong. Your model will be trusted by not only your people but people from other kingdoms around the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The system of education for your young and the opportunities that allow them to reach their fullest potential, that you have begun, is a credit to all your hard work and thoughtfulness.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are proud to be part of your republic. We are glad that you share our concern for this world we live in and all its living inhabitants.<\/span><\/p>\n

We have helped you along the way, but must now let you stand on your own two feet as you go on. Note that we will always be here if needed. We respect you for all that you have accomplished and trust that you will do well as the years go on. Continue on the path that you follow. May it bring you much joy and happiness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With much affection,<\/span><\/p>\n

Citizens Luna and Samson<\/span><\/p>\n

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Thus ends the Tale of Two Kingdoms\u2026 <\/b>or is it just the beginning?<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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