Kinsley dressed me swiftly as Tiberius knocked upon my chamber door" my lady the king request you in his study " I gritted my teeth . I gathered up the heavy formal dress that I'm made to wear. I now knew what a prisoner sent to the gallows felt like. An Endless hopelessness I felt with every heavy step. Dreading the imminent outcome of life's next fatal blow . I knocked twice then entered to my surprise there was only one prince in the room.
Percival's bright electric blue eyes widened as I entered . His eyes seemed to be ablaze with a blues flames as a mage's eyes would . His almost pasty white complexion off set his waist-length now overly bleach blonde hair. For some odd reason I had the sudden urge to reach out as touch it .To actually see if his glisten locks were soft to the touch as I reached out. His charcoal grey eyes rimmed in a black substance making his eyes more ominous. I bowed " prince Percival"
"Princess aurora, your beauty is beyond compare " he said pleasantly as he bowed in greetings . " aurora you will meet the princes one at a time this will be your courting period. "My father commanded As he rubbed the center of his temple."You will give your decision before the full moon at welcome ball in two days. The first prince is Percival,Xavier, Draven, then Rhys. In that order ..You are dismissed" my father voice bellowed from strain.he swiftly dismissed us from his chamber and from his sights.
"they say The Pristine Garden at dusk are said to be breathtaking." I noticed a twinkle in my father's eyes at the notion.the immense gardens were one of his prized possession.
" yes father" I muttered as Percival steered my toward the door. we hit the hall in silence not knowing what to say or do."prince percival do you have any hobbies? " I asked as his answer left me speechless " I'm a vampyre ,so drinking the life blood of the innocent maidens in a romantic atmosphere," he said with a stony-faced stopped in mid-stride.
My mouth fell open as He busted into fits of laughter. " princess, I'm kidding .I don't even like the coppery taste of human blood. blood itself repulses me ." His voice laced with blatant distain. I watched as a bird resembling the Phoenix I had seen days prior made its presence known by squeaking in a nearby tree. I felt instantly more at ease with the constant reminder that I'm not alone.
I looked at back him a long moment as I began to laugh til tears streamed down my face. "I'm any normal red blooded male.. I like the outdoors, vehicles that go fast ,to laugh, and a good sparring partner." He honestly stated randomly . We once again stared out in the immense landscape. His face lite up with joy as he playfully nudged my shoulder" I do also like to spar maybe one day in the future we will make a match of it." I honestly said as I felt more at ease with him as we finally entered the garden . " we may have to some day.." we just stood there for a moment just taking in the magnificence of the dusk . Vivid colors danced across the sky in a silent dance that only they knew.
"How old are you ? "I asked as he looked away " old enough to be your great grandfather but young enough to not be totally mature .. so in essence I'm old as dirt" he stated playfully. " but still deadly as sin"
he winked at me flirtatiously " how old are you princess?"
"Old to understand what you meant but young enough to not care" I cheekily stated as he smirked trying to hold in his laughter. "Your going to be the death of me" he openly flirtedas he combed his hands through his hair.
" your already dead so I can flirt as much as I choose" I flirted back as I winked back at him.why was I acting this brazen with him? I wondered.
"May I speak boldly princess?" He asked breaking up the silence " please drop the formalities we are friends now." I stated searching his face as a warm smile appeared .
"Your right we're friends and I respect you " he frowned as he said as he stared off into the distance . "
what ?!" I exclaimed as I nudged his shoulder flirtingly. He awkwardly smiled at the gesture. I could instantly tell that he wasn't like his brothers. Swave and charming when it comes to the ladies.
"I respect that you stood up for what you believed in .. I didn't... my father made us accept king mathis's invitation . Even though most of us do not have the inclination to marry. No offense princess."he swiftly awkwardly added . I watched the tension melt from his frame as I placed my hand upon his shoulder. " I don't either but it's for the best for our kingdoms and people for this peace treaty. In your opinion who should I choose between you and your brothers ?" I asked as a faint smile played upon his lips.
"Me" he said cheekily"we would have a comfortable friendship as existence. Far I say it Maybe love would blossom in the future . Who knows what the future holds . Just remember I have no inclination to acquire your land or kingdom. You could live at peace here or with me at my kingdom it would be your choice. I would treat you well ...were as my brother I cannot a credit for their intentions." Percival stammered " but a last you heart belongs to another. Your heart races when he is near were as Your body and spirit yearns for his. You inadvertently already made up your mind even before we met". His all knowing eye searching into the depths of mine.
" what I do not love or have feelings for anybody I don't have that Luxury. Some times I wish I were born a commoner at least they have a chance to find love . I honestly admitted out loud he looked at me . " your lying"
"What how do you know if I was lying or not?" I asked as a smirk slowly lifted his lips. " hunny I'm a vampyre..I'm a natural living and breathing lie detector. He proudly stated
How I asked as his eyes twinkled " your pulse spiked when you lie where it doesn't when you don't. I nodded " that's extremely plausible and extremely intelligent answer."
"Thank my liege I aim to please my lady" he said with an overly dramatic bow. I laughed at his playful nature. Percival grabbed my hand " I got an idea do you trust me ?
Yes.. yes I think I do I stammered as a huge grim crossed his face. He laced our fingers together and preceded to run at a slow pace towards the stables. "Have you ever rode a unicorn bareback?!"
"No" I said as he opened the unicorn's stall. She sorted and pawed the soft fresh hay. " now gala that is no way to behave in front of a lady " he playfully scolded as she nudged him with her nose searching for the apple within his pocket. He happily gave her the delicious treat.
Then it's your lucky day princess .this is a gala my friend ."
Friend your friends with your horse? I asked as her ears perked up at her name. " yes she is free animal she is only caged now since we're in city limit. Other than that she would be free." Percival stated proudly as he brushed her mane.
"It's time "he said as he dropped my hips. My cheeks reddened at his intimate touch. He picked me up and set me upon her back. Percival effortlessly swung upon the horses back. He pressed my back firmly to his chest as he snapped the reins. The unicorn took off out of the open stall door.
Where are we going percival?
"It's a surprise... Home gala" he commanded as the unicorn galloped out of the city limits.