Cassandra's Pov
We turned around to find.....Amber.I let out a sigh of relief thankful that it wasn't any of the court ladies.I would literally die of shame."I.....uh just came to check on Cass but it seems she's good now",She said while shooting a wink at me and i just blushed.
We all left the toilet and walked back towards the ballroom. I noticed people subtly giving us looks but i raised my shoulder high and i noticed my father give me a proud smile.I remember when I fell while riding my bicycle,everyone laughed at me but my father walked up to me and said,"Hey princess,Never forget to raise your shoulder high and your chin higher".While passing,I give them a smile.
I continued to partake in the festivities. I danced with Xavier.We didn't let go of each other and i was HAPPY.
That's right,HAPPY.I wasn't lonely like I usually was when my parents weren't home. Dancing with Xavier,I felt complete.
It felt like I had finally found what i was looking for.
Around 11,I left the party after saying my goodbyes to the gang. Xavier walked me to my quarters and i didn't want him to leave,but for Appearance sake,he had to.I went into my quarters and my maid_in_waiting changed my clothing. While she was doing that,I felt utterly embarrassed.I tried to protest but she just said in a gentle tone,"please let me do my duties,M'lady.I was handpicked by the crown prince of Caledonia himself to help you with anything you might need".I just simply let her do her duty.
I jumped on my bed and i felt like the girl in the princess and the pea,well minus the pea.I got under the covers felt enveloped in cotton.I felt so comfortable. Now I know why Xavier always looks well rested.Before i knew it,I succumbed to the darkness calling me.
I woke up to someone massaging the swollen pads of my feet and i moaned.Through out all the dancing,I forgot that I was wearing heels.I guess that's what happiness does to you. I opened my eyes to see my hand maiden. Good morning to you,I said with a smile. She looked shocked.What's going on,I queried." W..well it's just that no one ever greets the maid".
"Oh well I appreciate all your effort in making me look nice,besides you are so helpful".What's your name by the way?,I asked with a smile. It's Layla M'lady,She answered with a shy smile."Enough of that,just call me Cassandra".Oh my God,You can even give me a nickname,I squealed getting out of bed.
"O...Okay how about Sandra",She asked timidly.I looked up and smiled. That's New,I said with a smile. w..well I can find another name,She stammered."Oh Layla,it's great and i love it,I squealed wrapping her in a tight hug".
I looked up to find the queen standing there with a smile.I let go of Layla and quickly dipped into a Curtesy. She walked towards me and pulled me into a hug."How did you sleep my dear".I slept well your Majesty,I answered with a full blown smile.Good, my dear.
So....are we doing any activities for today. "No,my dear,
Just an important meeting".Okay but is it important for everyone to be there,I asked while shuffling my feet.
"Of course Cassandra,Its imperative for you of all people to be there and you have to be there by 1"She said with a smile.I'll leave you to get ready.
I wasn't really in the mood to eat breakfast with a bunch of people I didn't know so i had my breakfast in my room and spoke with Amber.We were just discussing and having fun while sharing snacks.I glanced at the clock and let out a gasp,
It was 12:15.
I hurried to get ready.I slipped on a blue navy gown while Layla styled my hair into a crown.I put on matching jewellery and Layla put on my Make up. Not to toot my own horn but i looked like a Motherfucking queen.I left my quarters at approximately 1.I knew I was late and was walking hurriedly.
I was about to enter the throne room when I saw a little boy in the corner shivering and i felt tears in my eyes at the sight.
The meeting was about to start and i knew I had to decide fast.To forfeit the Important meeting or not.I was about to enter the throne room when the quivering boy looked up and i felt my heart melt.His hazel orbs met mine and i knew I had to do something about the little boy.
So,I chose the innocent boy over the meeting.I walked over to him." Hey there kiddo,What's wrong", "W..well I.. I am hungry and cold",he stammered.I nodded and held out my hand."Come with me sweetheart". His eyes held mine before me held my hand.I saw the guards around look shocked.I went back to my quarters while holding him not caring about his dirty body."Layla",I called out while reaching my quarter's."Yes Sandra",She answered Coming out of the balcony.
"I don't mean to bother you but can I get a few clothes for this sweetheart over here". "Okay,but didn't you attend the meeting",She asked Surprised.
"I figured he was more important:,I said with a smile.
"What's your name sweetheart",I asked gently."Its..Derek",he answered timidly.I ran a bath for him and washed him,Wiping all dirts from his body.After That,I applied shampoo and conditioner to his hair.
Seeing that the water was getting cold,I carried him out then wrapped him in a soft,comfy towel.Setting him down carefully on my bed i tickled him while applying lotion on him and he let out bouts of laughter.I internally awwed.
"Uhm princess,I'm hungry:,he said with a smile. I thought I saw someone coming.I got scared until...