Floating Clouds

Note: I have not found any names I like for any of the characters...

The day arrived, the kingdom was busy. The town and castle were decorated to welcome Emperor-Uncle and his men. I stood to the side along my Emperor-Father, Empress-Mother, my Royal Cousins, I and other court officials. We were there to greet them.

I have long waited for the moment. Royal Sister-in-law, I have returned to your homeland. I am sorry I failed to protect (name of mc). I will find her. I know your Emperor-Brother is hiding her. We have looked everywhere except here, your homeland. Your Royal Brother has not made it easy to clues about (mc). So, I will use this opportunity to look for her and bring her home.

I watched carefully as the parade of people arrived. They all adorned red and gold. From a distance, it was watching flames dancing. I saw MGC, the general was leading the parade. He was my Emperor-Uncle's right hand man and confidant. He was my good friend while dressed as a palace maid. He looked like he aged with his duties. His handsomeness would still attract many butterflies. I laugh how I remember he avoided ladies of the palace because they try to seduce him. I wonder if he remembers me at all.

All of the carriages stopped in front of the gate, the servants immediately kneeling before the arrivals. I lowered my head and placed my palm over my heart to greet Emperor-Uncle and his people.

"Greetings and Welcome, Emperor (name)," said Emperor-Father.

"It is good to see you all, Emperor-Uncle. Everyone, please, get up, we are all family."

I looked up and I saw General was wearing my hair stick. No, can it be the one I carved for him? I mean, why would he wear something so ordinary on this day?