Ariya was getting ready for their yet to come meeting with King Lance. She is making all the preparations needed for her visit. She knew too well not to underestimate the King, so she made sure everything is set before the big day. She wore a long black mermaid gown, hugging her slim waist and exposing her shoulders. She tied her hair in a messy bun with some hair falling on both sides of her face. She looked dashing and elegant. Her moon pendant hanged on her neck served as her protection for any 'unnecessary troubles', as she would describe it. Her long legs swayed as she moved towards the hallway to the pavilion where she waited for her golden stallion. But to her surprise it's not the Stallion that greeted her. 'It's the 'shameless' King' she thought. She was standing speechless. Thoughts flowed her mind but unable to speak.
"How did you get in?" Was all that slipped from her mouth. Well yes, it's her kingdom and for Luna's sake they are covered with thread barriers! How could he enter without any scratch?! After everything registered to her she looked at the sky and noticed the threads were destroyed! Shivered ran through her spine. What if the King already know who she is? What if he's plotting something as he played along the way? She gritted her teeth and glared at the King. Of course the King noticed it and tried to appease her.
"No worries My Queen, your kingdom has such a powerful barrier, I have no choice but to.. somewhat... just put a little way for me to fetch you." He scratched the back of his head.
"But don't worry I think your Kingdom's wizard is still powerful." Lance took a glance at Clementus and smiled curtly however when he saw Raymond behind Ariya, his face frowned and clouded. He glared at the man behind his Queen, Ariya noticing this took a step forward towards the King. This little action made the King's expression soften.
"My Queen, stop being angry. You looked so gorgeous today and I don't want you to wear that face as we go." His voice was husky and soft. He is definitely going to go through all the effort for his future Queen.
"I.." The Queen thought of what to say next. However, declining his offer might offend the King. She's worried it might affect their plans.
"Ok, let's get to it." Ariya made her way to the chaperone that float above the water. Her pavilion is surrounded by water, and the water mirrors the stars above making it look like the galaxy is upside down. The King reached for her hand and Ariya reluctantly took it. This action warmed the King's heart. He held her hands with extra care, it's like holding the most precious thing in the world. The people present looked at the scene in disbelief. On Ariya's side, they couldn't believe their Queen will go this far, and as for the King's side, they were all speechless by the King's actions whenever this beauty is around. It seems like their King becomes a different person. By different they mean, warm and happy. As she stepped at the chaperone, the wind blew hard causing the boat to shake a little, letting Ariya tripped over. But what greeted her is not a hard stone but a strong, broad chest. The King doesn't want to let the fragile girl go, he tightened his hold to the Queen and smiled inwardly. Ariya knew she was taking advantage of and will never let that happen, so she pushed the King and composed herself again.
"I can handle myself." She said as she arranged her dress.
"Of course." The King warmly smiled. They traveled together in the vast sky. Seemingly oblivious to the fact that the King's gaze is fixed on her.
"If you're worried, I can fix the magic circle for you." The King coaxed her, but it seems that he only earned a glare after that. The travel was silent, not in an awkward way. King Lance's burning gaze towards the goddess sent shivers to her spine.
"Thank you for considering my invitation.." Ariya paused hoping the other would reply, but only a warm smile was the only thing she saw.
"...though it was such a short notice. Anyways, thank you." Her lips was curved in a small smile. Warm crept the King's heart as he stared at his beloved. He leaned closer to Ariya until their distance is just an inch away. Ariya stood there frozen. Her cold gaze met the warm ones.
"Oh, You have no idea how much I want you to be mine, only mine." His voice husky, filled with desire.
"What?!" Ariya's eyes widened. And their bickering was heard all over their travel. But to King Lance, it's all he wanted.