I stared blankly at the wall ,the city outside my window a distant hum.It had been three weeks since he left and everyday felt like eternity.I couldn't eat couldn't sleep couldn't think straight.All I could do was replay our last conversation over and over iny head wondering what I could have done differently.
I thought back to the day we met the way my heart skipped a beat when he smiled at me. I remembered the way he laughed.I felt like I was drowning in a sea of despair unable to find a lifetime to cling to .I knew I had to move on but I didn't know how.All I knew was that I missed him more than words could say.As I lay there surrounded by the shadows of my darkened room .I couldn't help but wonder if I would ever find my way again or I would be forever lost in this abyss of heartbreak.
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At school
I step through the crowded hallway,my heart began to pound in my chest.I hated walking through these walls where it seemed like everyone was watching my every move. I had always been a bit of a target for bullies I was shy quiet and loved to read ,all traits that seemed to make me an easy mark for kids who loved to tease .I quickened my pace,my eyes scanning the crowds for any trouble .I spotted a group of girls from my math class ,their eyes fixed on me with a mixture of curiosity and malice.I quickly sat down in my place.Hours passed by very fast and the bell rang.I waited for everyone to leave.After everyone leaving,I head to the library,I looked out of the window and then pick a small box from my bag it belonged to him.I opened it hence removing player cards.A sudden wind whooshed over my ear and to my surprise a calm voice whispered in my ear "Which card do you want to be? with my hands trembling I picked The red heart card.Nothing happened after that .The bell suddenly rang again for heading back to class.As I rushed out of the desserted library. My feet flew out from under me.I left a sudden jolt of surprise as my shoes hit a patch of spilled water ,sending me to slide across the slick floor.Time seemed to slow as my arms flailed wildly desperate to regain my balance .But it was too late .My head spun and my vision blurred as I crashed to the ground .A searing pain shot through my spine and my word went dark .I had so many voices calling my name.I could feel myself being carried.Later on I was taken to the hospital,after a hours of treatment ,I could not open my eyes but I could hear voices and the loud beeping of the machine"Ember Macklin died at 9pm 15th September.There were cries.
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As the last wisps of my soul departed my battered body .I remembered the life I left behind .the pain the fear the desperation all of it faded into the darkness replaced by an eerie sense of calm .And then there was light.The light that a new born baby first feels.I was reborn .not as Ember Macklin but as a new person,new character new world new parents. I grow up being told I have a role to serve as the Royal princess of The heart dynasty but also the Card kingdom.I grow up knowing am gifted with something.I actually thought that maybe I was given a second chance on earth to make amends with Asher my lost love but in actual fact no because in this life he's the prince of Spades not the kind of person to joke with .He's Spayne Donwood,the first royal spade prince , ruggedly handsome,inky black hair runs long and slick with smokiest most chilling eyes .In this life I feel like I have moved on from Asher because there are other people that catch my sight like Kaito Caspian Diamante the Royal prince of the diamond dynasty with thick blonde hair fopped over his forehead ,framing sculpted cheekbones and a sensual mouth.Unfairly long lashes fringed with green eyes and every inch of his body is chiseled to high performance perfection just like Spayne.
We are all seated at the grand table under the bright light of the chandelier, dressed in a burgundy red jumpsuit with my hair tied in a ponytail just like I always do with heels.am seated in the middle of on of the lengths of the table with Spayne right ahead of me and his sister Stella,a strawberry blonde brown eyed girl just one year younger than him ,Clover ,lavender eyed heart shaped faced girl the first princess royal of the flower kingdom aka my best friend seated next to me on my right,Gemma Diamante an amber eyed girl ,princess royal of the Diamond kingdom and lastly Kai sitting on Spayne's left.and the rest of the Royal kings and queens at the edges .We have dinner briefly and we all part ways .
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I go to the flower garden outside of the castle mansion with my dad,King Ryker Redstone.His eyes worn from years of ruling the kingdom softened as he gazed at me his daughter,Heartly Redstone.We sat together in the grand gardens surrounded by vibrant flowers and the soothing songs of birds in the evening sunset.""Heartly my dear"I know you are struggling with your roles he said I looked up at him with eyes searching for reassurance and just tested my head on his shoulder.
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We headed back to the castle,I went straight to my room,of serene oasis.The walls were painted a soft creamy white and the floor was made of polished dark hardwood.A plush cream colored carpet added warmth and texture to the room.The bed was a stunning modern four poster with a delicate silver frame and crisp white linens.A fluffy red duvet and a sprinkle of plush pillows in soft pastels added touch of femininity.
I noticed a small being hiding in my closet It was Hannah my little sister.Immediately she heard me she opened the closet and ran out while screaming which was so unnecessary.I chased after her with her short blonde pigtails and mischievous grin squealed with delight as she darted beneath a onrnate tapestry and I finally grabbed her..
"Heartly that's not fair"Her little voice says
""Okay it's time for bed". Luckily dad passes by and takes Hannah to bed.Pheeeew.
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Morning
I slowly opened my eyes groggily taking in my surroundings .I was in my own bed but something felt off .As I sat up and rubbed my eyes .I was startled to see two familiar faces staring back at me. on my left side was Clover my best friend with a bright smile on her face and a mischievous glint in her eyes.on my right side there was Jayden my other best friend more like boy best friend his dark hair sticking up in every direction.My eyes widened in surprise after I took in the scene."What's going on !!!" I blared "Today is horse ride practice" Clover said in a sweet voice as if being in my bed wasn't creepy. "Now dress up you find us outside" he said and then winked at me..and then they both got out.I hated horse ride practice.Jayden is the second prince of the Diamond dynasty.
I jump out of my bed and rush to clean up.