So that is why he was looking perplexed. He did not want me to come, but he did not want me out of his sight. Makes sense.
"Okay. Should I bring anything?" I asked, looking at Jason and Kyle.
They both looked at each other and then back to me and said no but they were hesitant when they replied. Why are they being weird?
"Alright, then let's go." I said after a moment of silence, but they were still staring at me.
No one moved. "uhh.. are we going now or?..." I am very puzzled as to why they are staring me with eyebrows up.
"Um... Princess?" Kyle said faintly and took a step back.
Jason also took a step back.
"What is wrong with you two?! Is there something on my face or in my hair?!"
They just kept staring at me and stepped back another step.
Okay, Now I'm getting vexed. I head back into our room and go to the closet to find the mirror. I hear Kyle and Jason follow, but don't turn to acknowledge them.
OH. MY. GOD.
"JASON!!! KYLE!!!" I staggered back and sat down in the chair facing the mirror.
"WHAT...HAPPENED...WHY... " I looked at the boys and returned the emotionless reaction they were giving me. "EXPLAIN..." Is all I could manage.
Kyle was the first to speak, "Um... Isabelle? I think when Alexander activated your magic... it also opened up you physically in the magic world. That would explain why you look... different."
"Different? Different?! I look like a Fairytale character Kyle!!" I stared at myself in the mirror. I was beyond mystified.
My hair was still dark brown, but it was longer. Since my hair was pulled back you could see all the changes... My face still had freckles but they were more spread out and not as dark as they were. My eyes were bigger and more round. My cheeks looked as if I had a mini marshmallows inside them. I am pretty sure I also got taller and added some weight. I also think the Goddess blessed me in a size up, can't complain about that. It looked as though... someone 'filled' me in. My ears are what have me spooked. They are... more pointy. Did I just say that? Oh my, I am not sure if I like this...
"I think you...are...gorgeous..." Jason said, staring at me like a kid in a candy store.
I felt my face flush. "Okay... can you guys please stop gawking at me? I am starting to feel uncomfortable." I say, looking mainly at the ground. I am flattered by their reaction, but I want to go save my mom.
They nodded and turned around. I changed my shoes to some boots, just in case.
I followed behind them and headed into the courtyard. I saw 3 horses out front.
"We're taking horses?" I said as I stopped abruptly.
"Yes, Is that okay Princess?" Jason looking at me, unsure how to respond.
"I...uh.. don't know how. I've never ridden before." I said embarrassed, looking at the horses.
Jason looked at Kyle, "You never took her riding?!"
"Sorry Sir Jason, there weren't any horse back riding lessons in the city." He said flatly, looking at Jason.
He sighed and ran his hands through his hair. "You can ride with me." They both said in unison. Well.. this is a situation I don't want to be in.
They both looked at each and Jason growled, "She can ride with me."
Kyle nodded and gave me an apologetic look. I half smiled and walked to Jason.
They used the horse I was not riding for supplies.
Jason helped me onto the horse and then jumped on after me. He pet the horses neck slowly and told me to do the same.
"Her name is Athena. She is my pride and joy." He said smiling.
"She's very soft and beautiful." She was so black she looked blue. Her mane was braided with two white flowers in her mane, one at the top and bottom. She was stunning.
"Kyle, you ready?" Jason said without looking at him. I am starting to feel some tension. I do not like where this going.
"Yes, Sir Jason." He said while coming up beside us.
Jason nodded and we were off. He had the horses go at a fast pace until we reached the forest. Kyle was behind us and the horse with supplies was beside him.
"Princess I need you to understand where we are going. I have Knights coming behind us because this will not be pretty and we must be prepared for anything."
I nodded agreeing that was a good idea.
"We are going to the Unmarked territory. This particular territory... has every creature that was forbidden from the marked lands. With that being said, We will need to be extra careful and do not speak to anyone or look anyone in the eye, do you understand?" I could hear the seriousness in his voice.
"Yes. You are for sure my mother is there?"
"Yes, my dear."
I could not help but feel sick from thinking that my mother was out there in this scary land.
"AH!" Jason yelled and he jumped off his horse. The horse stopped and Kyle came rushing over.
"What?!" I said scared there was a bug or something on me.
Jason looked down and his hands were burned.
Kyle looked at Jason, then at me.
I got off the horse, "D-did I do that?" I asked slowly backing away from them.
"I didn't m-mean to.. I'm sorry." I couldn't stop it, the tears just kept coming and coming.
"Shh. Baby girl, I am okay." He said while holding me in his arms.
"No you are not! I burned your hands! I don't even know HOW I did that!" I said in between sobs.
"Isabelle, you activated your magic. What were you thinking about before you burned his hands?" Kyle asked coming closer to us with a small black bag.
"I...I was just thinking how my mom was out there somewhere in that terrifying land and I wanted to save her..." I said dropping my head in my hands.
"It seems as your anger and worry triggered this... action. Jason was any other part of you burned or just your hands?"
Jason shook his head. Kyle took some things out of the black bag which looked like herbs? He put some on his hands, and seconds later the burns started to disappear.
"How..." I was blown away at what I saw.
I could hear Kyle and Jason chuckle in response.
"Magic. It can do many things, Princess." Kyle said while examining Jason's hands. I knew he didn't want to cause another awkward moment so he didn't look at me when he spoke.
"How long until we are there Jason?" I said starting to feel sleepy. Just as I asked, I let out a big yawn and rubbed my eyes."
"Sleepy Princess I see." Jason said while helping me back on his horse.
"There is a cabin not far from here. I made sure it was empty for us before we left. A Knight went ahead of us to make sure it was safe for our arrival."
"Okay." I said, yawning again.
Once Kyle and Jason got on their horses they stopped at the forest opening.
He was tapping on something that looked no bigger than a tablet on his arm. It looked like a map, and showed where we were.
"About 10 more miles West, Sir Jason." Jason nodded and said "Lead the way."
Kyle went ahead of us and the supply horse followed so now me and Jason were the caboose.
I could feel Jason let go on the reins on his horse and wrap his arms around my waist. He kissed my neck and I instantly leaned back into his hold and relaxed a little. He kissed my neck softly again and I could feel my body tingle and wanted more.
"Sir Jason, we are here." Kyle said, breaking the moment and I felt Jason's body tense and let out a low growl. I couldn't help but giggle.
I realized my feelings for Jason have evolved since my first day here with him. It is like... my body is drawn to him and I have zero say. As if someone else is controlling my emotions towards him when he is close to me. I guess that goes with the whole 'Soul Mates' thing.
As we came to the end of a clearing, there was this adorable cabin just barely in sight. You could see the Knight was there because the smoke was coming out of the chimney, and there were lights on.
As we got closer I realized that this 'little cabin' was anything BUT little. There were trees all around it, and the dark wood helped it blend in. The windows were glass and reflected the moon and stars on it. It was such a sight to see, I found it very...comforting. Once we got to the side door Kyle went first and held the door open for us.
I could not help but stare. The entire cabin was filled with... colors. There were pictures lined up on one wall, books on the other wall, A flat screen and 2 sets of couches. The kitchen was stainless steel all around, and the counters were a deep grey marble with a stained wood mix into it. The dinning area was something out of a royal castle but... country style. Kyle looked around amazed too.
A loud bang snaps me out of trance. It was the Knight upstairs.
"Sir. Jason, Everything is set." Jason nodded in response and the Knight came downstairs and went outside.
"Can I go upstairs and find a room? I am really tired." I said quietly looking at Jason.
"Of course. I Will come with you." He smiled. "I'll be right behind you."
I headed up the stairs when I looked out the window and saw the Knight, mostly in the forest, talking to someone. I walked closer to the window and squinted my eyes. It really looked as if someone was with him. He saw me looking at him and bowed.
I nodded and shrugged it off. Maybe his Knights got here earlier than expected.
I am at the top of the steps when I look down at Jason talking to Kyle.
"Jason? Are you coming?" I said with a half pouty look.
He chuckled and nodded to Kyle and said a few more things and headed up the stairs.