Hassan's POV
"Will you be my girlfriend?" I had a child liked grin on my face .
Anna blushed , she was shy . Even after spending so much time together , I still made her shy.
She brought the bouquet I gave her close to her nose savoring the fragrance "yes Hassan. Yes"
As much as I knew, women liked being asked out officially. I would have asked her to marry me but it was too soon and she might freak out. I was not ready to lose her, I intended to take my time. But how could I ? She's so perfect. Perfect for me.
I raised her hair up and wore a gold chain around her neck.
She ran her fingers across the little neck piece , staring at her reflection in the mirror "it's so beautiful . I love it."
"And you are more beautiful" I kissed her.
After our little misunderstanding over Kate's Id card , I took it upon myself to make her feel as safe and assured as possible. I put the ID card away even after she had protested against it. She felt guilty and didn't want her to feel that way because it was only natural that she reacted that way. I have been thinking less of Kate as well, guilt didn't grip my throat as much as it did when I started to nurse my feelings towards Anna. Kate would want me to be happy , I know
"I want to take you somewhere , get dressed" I told her. I didn't miss the spark in her eyes. After my mistake of not telling her about Kate when I was supposed to, I didn't want to hide anything from her anymore. My girlfriend deserved to know everything about me.
Anna's POV
I wore a pink chiffon knee length dress and silver four inches heels to match the silver purse Hassan gifted me earlier. Hassan did not disclose where he was taking me to but from the way his muscles tensed and his child like excitement, I knew it was somewhere important.
I parked my hair in a pony tail , peering at my image in the mirror for the last time before finally following him out of the room.
I was always the last to get ready, but he would wait patiently while he watched me keenly.
I had not really toured Paris because we have been busy loving up and enjoying each other's company a little too much. Hassan lived most of his childhood here in France, while this was my first ever visit.
The city looked so beautiful , I watched from the window as we drove past beautiful sceneries.
The chauffeur finally turned to a very quiet and beautifully decorated road after driving for about fifty minutes.
"We are in Versailles" Hassan announced.
I gave a gentle nod and smiled . I did not bother to ask any questions . I didn't want to ruin the surprise for either of us . He would have told me earlier if he wanted me to know.
The car came to halt in front of an extremely big house. A mansion is the best word to describe the work of art, but it looked more like a castle.
It has the highest fence I have ever set my eyes on.
"Who lived here ? The president?" I thought.
Almost immediately the big gates swung open and we drove in.
Hassan helped me out of the car taking my hands gently but firmly.
Two young girls dressed in white aprons came rushing towards us "welcome sir welcome ma" they chorused.
Hassan gave them a little nod and they went back the same way they had come.
"Welcome to my grandparents' house" he said "I grew up here in the place"
Palace ? I was too stunned to talk . I just followed him as he led me through the long passage way. Everywhere was decorated with petals , it looked like heaven on earth.
"You're a prince?" I whispered.
He laughed "I'm from a royal lineage yes, my ancestors served their entire years as rulers before the monarchy was abolished"
I nodded. Interesting . But he never spoke about it.
We entered the extremely large living room , passed through a glass door to a smaller living room.
A petite woman was sitting by the large reading table , her face buried in a novel.
"Grandma" Hassan called and the woman who looked rather too young to be his grandmother sprang up from the chair and threw herself in his embrace.
"Oh my boy , what a pleasant surprise" she laughed heartily .
"Hello" I put on my best smile and she smiled warmly at me hugging me.
The gesture took me by surprise but I hugged her back. She smelled like petals and the palace suddenly felt like home making me relax.
"You look so beautiful" I could not help but compliment her. Her skin glowed and her flowery dress fit perfectly.
She looked like she had been born and raised in wealth . Well obviously.
"Thank you…err…" she looked at Hassan , tons of questions written on her face.
"Anna grandma , my fiancée" He said giving my hand a reassuring squeeze .
Fiancée ? I avoided his eyes. He was looking at me to see what my reaction would be.
The older woman hugged me again making me flush.
"Welcome to the family Anna" she said, here we have a lot of love to offer".
She didn't have to tell me because I could feel it already. From the petals to the roses in the garden by the gate , to the figures and paintings on the wall. It looked like a place that was natured with so much love and understanding.
My stomach churned in excitement. A lucky girl indeed .
I looked at the older woman again , this time I don't miss the hint of sadness in her eyes as she stole a quick glance towards me.
My heart beat increased drastically making me flinch.
"No! only love and happiness resides here." I thought to myself trying so hard not to believe anything asides that.