You tell him that you happily accept Benelisse the Unwanted as your wife. He bows and leaves to inform Queen Alexandra of your decision.
831 AD, Winter
The marriage ceremony is a simple and a quick manner, especially as you have more important things on mind. The 'Unwanted' moniker suits Benelisse; she has a stutter, red splotches on her face and terrible skills with knitting and conversation. Her aunt, that's it, Queen Alexandra, did not attend due to 'pressing matters', but a rumor came from Benelisse's entourage that the Queen was actually furious about what you did.
831 AD, Late Winter
3to6
The trade advisor reports good news; the exchange with Gubtas brought extra wealth to the Kingdom's coffers.
831 AD, End of the Year
The advisor brings you the Scrolls of Kingdom Status. You dread the numbers on these scrolls, considering the huge casaulties of the campaign, loss of the populous Southern Territories, and the people's unhappiness from the defeat...
Happiness: 2
Population: 4
Economy: 5
Army: 3
These... you reckon these could be worse.
"My dear King," starts the Advisor, "As you can see the people are unhappy with the rule of Houlandin dynasty. Our army is also in shambles following your brother's failed campaign. However, the Treasury is growing rich thanks to the revenues from the East. Shall we spend some coin on bettering the lifes of the peasants?"
A) "Yes, lets throw some festivals to improve the people's mood."
B) "Yes, get me some festivals. Also, buy services of mercenaries as well! We have to replenish our army's numbers."
C) "No, it is the army that we need! Hire me some mercenaries at once!"
D) "No, we shall do naught about this."