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"HOW IS IT POSSIBLE that you're going to be crowned king next month? You're just a baby." King Adam questioned as he and his wife, Belle stepped into the future King's chambers. Prince Ben stood on the raised platform for is suit fitting for the fast approaching Coronation his father spoke of just a moment ago. His kind, green eyes shifted from the grand window to his parents.
"He's turning sixteen, dear," reminded Belle, lightly tapping her husband's arm in a playful manner. She knew that no one had to read a whole library to know that Ben was ready to become King of Auradon.
"Hey, Pops," Ben greeted, however, his greeting went unnoticed due to the King and Queen's banter and it was during that moment, Ben decided that this would be the best time to reveal his first proclamation as King. Scared and unsure, Ben spoke before he even began to plan responses for his parents inevitable negative reactions.
"Mom, Dad," Ben paused, immediately regretting having spoken up with out mentally preparing. "I've chosen my first official proclamation."
The King and Queen glanced at each other, clearly impressed by how their son had already begun fitting into the role as King bestowed upon him.
"I've decided that the children on the Isle of the Lost are to be given a chance to live here in Auradon," Ben continued followed by a wince when he saw the reactions he knew were coming.
His mother squealed, dropping a piece of clothing she was holding moments prior and his father, for once, appeared to be at a lose for words. Using his initiative, Ben decided to build up his argument whilst his parents get over their shock.
"Every time I look out to the island, I feel like they've been abandoned."
The King glared at the window, "The children of our sworn enemies? Living among us?" He couldn't fathom the thought of the offspring of countless Villain's living in Auradon. He immediately thought of the countless 'Happily Ever After's' that were almost ruined.
"We start out with a few at first, only the ones who need our help the most. I've already chosen them," Ben quickly added. He knew that he was losing this battle but he knew in his heart that the children of the isle are innocent and the they don't deserve to pay for their parents mistakes.
The King raised his eyebrow doubtfully, "Have you?" The King inquired.
Ben frowned. He knew his father was doubting him.
Belle placed a gentle hand on her husband's arm. "I gave you a second chance," giving him a look. She turned to her son, eyes growing softer, "Who are their parents?"
"Cruella De Vil, Jafar, Evil Queen," Ben paused fearing the name he's about to speak, "and Maleficent."
"Maleficent! She is the worst villain in the land!" The King immediately shrieked.
"Dad, just hear me out-"
"I won't hear of it. They are guilty of unspeakable crimes," the King was growing angrier with each word Ben breathed.
But Ben couldn't give up and continued to defend the children he had never met before, "Dad, their children are innocent. Don't you think they deserve a shot at a normal life, Dad?"
Belle gazed up at husband, giving him another look. One that the King knew well. Belle believed in her son.
The King sighed, "I suppose their children are innocent."
Ben was shocked but quickly recovered it with a genuine smile.
After his parents left, Ben walked back onto the platform and stared at the Isle hoping that he wasn't making a mistake by letting the four teenagers into Auradon.
