Josephine smiled and held Raoul close, savoring his touch as if it was a gift she had waited years to receive.<span style="font-style: italic">"My dear sweet queen we did it... I can't believe it my love but here we stand..."</span>"Yes, we all did it. And the wind of destiny was in the favor of the sparrow." Her grin widened as she leaned up and snuck a quick kiss to his lips before pulling back again. Hand in hand, they stood before the crowd, the kingdom at their feet as they had dreamed once so long ago. The cheering was a noise heaven-blessed. The people were finally free and happy. No longer would they suffer under inequality, if it could be helped. Times may be tough for little while longer while everything is set straight, but it would not be as bad as it had been before this moment. It was the dawn of a brand new day, and from then on it would rise to a bright future. Josephine noticed Terrance come up onto the scaffold and smiled down at him. "You saved the day. Our little hero." Raoul pulled away from her and walked over towards the Williams' and Alyx, leaving Josephine to speak with the brave little child whom had truly saved her life. Perhaps he thought it was a repayment of what he owed for the food and shelter, but to her it was worth so much more than could ever be repaid.<br/><br/>Alyxander noticed Raoul's approach first, and pointed the young man out before he began to speak. He listened close, but did not interrupt or speak out. Sir Williams eyes widened a little, Alyx stiffened a little, and madame Williams just smiled happily. A grin soon graced her husband's lips too. "I can think of no better man to suit our princess... no, our queen. You have done so much for us all, and for her; you truly have earned it. And it matters not what is to be offered up; as long as she is happy, that is all I ask." Alyx glanced between the two other males, and after a moment spoke. Ever the voice of refusal and distrust. No longer true. "Josephine shall be safe in your arms, and happier than ever; my blessings to you both." He smiled and motioned with his head. "Go on, she awaits."