Mary has frozen over his Masters' surprising remarks. But alas, the young lady again was smart enough follow up a gesture despite making a confused face.
She slowly caresses Zess' face for a dramatic apology much to him being internally annoyed.
Hence, a sudden birth of the hilarious duo.
^_^: Oh my darling! so dashing for you to catch my fall. I offer my gratitude
=_=: I am glad you are perfectly fine.... Love!! just hands off my face ( cold stare )
^_^: (shivers*) oohh i..i....umm...checking
=_= : Enough let us just go on our quarters.
Runs*
The Emperor and Hiuh are stunned after being left by the sudden escalation of event speechless, but still continued the activities of the day.
Meanwhile inside the Royal office, Mary whom as confused as his Majesty the Emperor and Hiuh trapped on his Masters web. She took the initiative and asked Zess.
>.<: Um....there seems to be a role play for a while there you Highness?, I am almost taken aback by the sudden action.
=_=: Silence! since you now have the gist of the situation, you are to be a pretend lover to me till my uncle goes away.
I utterly despise the fact that of all the people coming here, it' s hardly that push over uncle of an emperor to pursue me personally to come with him to the ball. Tsk
>.<: Woah...!
=_=: What?
>.<: Chuckles* well....It's a first time seeing his highness this stressed. Will you let me help you?...That is if my master allows me to.
=_=: You do not tell me. I shall do that wether you'll consent or not. After all you are bound to me by contract.
>.<: Really?! that means you acknowledge me as yours right?! I can be by your side right??
=_=: Your words.....sigh* ( further words will prolong this talk ) You are to assist me further and grant my orders with no defiance. Are you willing to be bound to me? ( contract wise )
>.<: With agreement or not I will be with you that is a promise Your Highness. (smiles)
=_=: Alright i look forward to your hard work.
At the dancing hall 30 minutes later...
=_=: What the....I thought you are a fast learner what the heck is with your dancing?
You are wobbly as a newborn mule!
>.<: I am sure I told you master that dancing is not on my classes.
=_=: You did not! I do not consent help from an imperfect aide. Enough for today. I shall have you learn everything by 5 days after that, I will evaluate wether you will continue to accompany me to the ball.
>.<: Master!! 5 days is a bit...
=_=: Continue with the practise, Time for my work.
>.<: Please wait...Masteeerr!!
On the other side...Lord Hiuh is tending to His Majesty the Emperor who suddenly visited out of nowhere. They have casual talks along the way through the day.
(^^): Beautiful Maidens can be seen in the castle with good backgrounds as well. I do not think you are interested yet for that. But,
There seems to be things I just unexpectedly discovered. My nephew seems to be attached to a person other than you.
^_^: That seems so your Majesty. They grew rather close.
(^^): Her name, Lady Mary Harfrum. She is the adopted daughter of the beautiful Damme Anne du Voir of Altearica right? I wonder why she kept using her old Sirname where she can benefit using her new name.
but hmm.....Harfrum, I seem to hear that Sirname before..
^_^: That is why I feel at ease, leaving his Highness Zess to her. You can never hear or see ulterior motives in her. Every actions she makes are heartfelt.
Pretty sure the impenetrable barrier of the ice King Zess is wise enough to know that by now.
(^^): You used your powers to asses the Lady? How reassuring of you to do that for your cousin.
You seem to grow fond of her as well have you?
^_^: I do not know....but rather than that I accidentally have learned the young Lady's unfortunate past. To be able to see the past, present and future is not a blessing as it seems.
(^^): Same goes to Zess. Hearing others thoughts, He cannot enjoy and trust his sorrounding nor living at peace works. Before his ascension to the throne his powers at a tender age has awaken, learning the harsh reality of the world his being left with.
Those fools! Betrayal, abuse of power, Corruption, People with hidden agendas tried to crawl their way up of power using the young Zess. But unfortunately, my dear nephew is a league far from his ancestors and dealt things accordingly.
^_^: The Royal Familys' hidden secret. This powers bestowed by the heavens.
// door clicks* //
=_=: And what are you doing in my office your Majesty?
(^^): You seem rather love to take your time to that Lady lover. You silly son! did not even tell me you have one.
^_^: He rather love things in secret right? Zessi
=_=: Who told you to call me by that name when the Emperor is here?
(^^): I am family as well aren't I? Let me join you too. Shall we go stroll at the city
=_=: I have work! Lord Hiuh please escort the Emperor to his chambers that he can rest.
(^^): You silly boy. Kicking your uncle who wishes to see you despite being busy.
Fine, I shall stroll alone in this Large castle.
// Door closes //
^_^: Umm.....the Emperor seems upset?
=_=: leave him be it is his fault coming here uninvited.
Seeing the sorrounding being able to look vibrant as before, As the Emperor continues strolling in the Castle grounds, He saw Mary dusting and wiping the book shelves while practicing the dance. Like Zess he held his laugh while hiding on the sides. upon the Mary's dilemma
" Pfft.....seriously....what a weird stance. A lady from a prestigious family cannot dance?
that is a first for me "
//The emperor continued to watch Mary//
>.<: Hmm.....not good if i do it my way. Thinking back, It seems master did this so I should do this! ( doing dance steps )
// dancing flawlessly //
(^^): Oh Amazing! What a hardworking Lady.
Earlier she was like a staggering baby cow but now shes majestic as a swan.
- What the....
-A sudden loud noise was heard that cut the hilarious feat.
Maid 1: You lowly adopted vermin! Prancing like you own this place! who do you think you are?
Maid2: Just because you are close to his highnesses that you are allowed to do what you want! know your place.
>.<: Please I do not want to argue, I was just practicing to dance. I will continue to work now. I am sorry for the inconvenience.
Maid1: You fool! Do not think of getting away easily! Mind if I stomp on your feet a bit? haha
Maid2: Well well since I am good in dancing, I shall teach? be greatful you scum!
( Laugh )
- They played Mary like some toy dragged along the violent dance steps. The twists and turns are fatal for a beginner like Mary.
// Please....Enough //
No matter how much she begs. There is no stopping the harm. Mary kept resisting the violent steps. She managed to break free but she lost her balance and threw herself at the bookshelf.
A loud bang upon the violent throw ended some books off the shelf, falling directly on Marys' Fragile figure.
The two violent maids escapes the scene to avoid being seen.
However there is a witness.....
The Emperor, who was surprised by the scene, cannot budge an inch from the position to help out the lady. No, He cannot help because of his status. A biased action on the nobles side may cause a problem.
The young Lady, being left alone crying in pain
while the Emperor regretfully walks out of the scene as if nothing bad was seen.
-To Be Continued-
Character Emojis Used:
^_^ - Prime Minister Hiuh
(^^) - Emperor
=_= - King Zess
>.< - Mary