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Amara couldn't help but agree with Sebastian. "He practically refused to let her out of his sight before he helped me leave" she told him. "I know he cares for her, but I don't know if he will admit it to himself. I don't know if he will admit it at all in fear of rejection." Amara pulled her hair out of the tight braid she had put it in the night before. It became wavy as it framed her face. "I am sure they will want a run down of how it went after this meeting is over" she replied. She ran her fingers through her hair, causing it to become almost fluffy like a cat. "I guess we will both then learn how black looks on me" she said with the same tease in her voice as before. Amara watched as Sebastian left the room before she looked at Rosalind. "As much as I would love to try and dress myself, I have a feeling I wouldn't be able to." With the longer dresses, it was harder for Amara to change. "My legs wouldn't be able to hold me up properly yet." ~~~~ Aro walked into the room without saying anything yet. When she had her questions rattled off, he shook his head. "Your not in trouble" he said. "I told her to leave, and her parents are getting a letter as to why she's forbidden from returning." He sighed. "I should have stopped her sooner." He rubbed the back of his neck. "I mostly came to check in on you and make sure you were alright." He didn't like that Cora thought she had a right to hit anyone when this wasn't her kingdom. While Aro knew he had a temper, he was getting better about it, but that was only thanks to Lorelei. He sighed as he ran his hand over his scar, wondering if it really was that bad that he would be ordered by someone who didn't know him to cover it up. He had smashed many of the mirrors brought to him, and hadn't looked in one in so long, he was forgetting what he looked like. |
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Rosalind nodded her head, knowing she would have to help her and she didn't mind in the slightest helping her. "Of course. Anything for you." She said as she once more shifted Amara to the side of the bed. "I going to get close and personal, just letting you know. Arms up." She demanded as she quickly pulled her hair into a ponytail. Once Amara's arms were up, she slipped the nightgown off of her. "I would offer a bath, but considering the guest is waiting, we'll have to get you in one later if you like." She stated as she leaned over and grabbed the dress. She rolled the dress up before putting it over her head and then helped her put her arms through it. It pooled at her waist as she sat on the side of the bed. "Before we stand you up, I'm going to do your hair the best I can with the time crunch." She said as she climbed into the bed and knelt behind her. She grabbed her hair before she started to twist her hair around her fingers and hold it for a second before letting go, letting the ringlets be in their place. "It pays to be a witch sometimes." She teased as she quickly did the rest of her hair. Then she pulled two strings for, either side of her head before pulling it back and putting a clip in it. She summoned some black roses with the tips of the color she likes (it was either red or blue, can't remember lol) and applied the, to her hair. "Perfect." She said with a large smile on her face. She climbed off the bed before gently helping Amara to her feet and holding onto her as she pulled the dress down, having to pool down at her feet now. She sat Amara back down on the bed before squealing. "You look absolutely stunning. I sometimes forget how I loved dressing up a woman." She said as she took in Amara. She was done in perfect timing when there was a knock on the door and Sebastian came into the room after she told him to come in. "Is she-wow." He said, his sentence cut off after seeing how drop-dead gorgeous Amara is. "You are absolutely stunningly beautiful." He went over to her and leaned down, pressing a kiss to her lips for the first time in a while. "You ready for this?" ~~~~~~ Lorelei let a breath she didn't know she was holding out. She's glad she isn't in trouble as she isn't sure she would be able to handle him being mad at her. Then again, she did step out of line for the most part since she is really a servant now, and Cora is a princess. She only caused her to lash out. She is glad that Cora isn't going to be coming back since she didn't seem like a good person let alone a person for Aro. Means no whining voice all the time and a person thinking they can boss their significant other around all the time. "It's fine. I deserve it." She said, her shoulders shrugging as if to show it didn't bother her when it truly did bother her. She isn't going to voice that as she hates putting her issues on others. Her eyes widen in surprise that he would come in and check in on her to see if she was okay. Sure, they have gotten close over the time she has been here, but never did she think he would utter those words to her. "I'm used to people beating me at this point. It is what it is." She said as she shrugged her shoulders, hating that she actually voiced that to her. She noticed him run his hand over his scar, knowing very well what he is thinking. She debated for a moment what to say before she went up to him. She gently grabbed his hand and pulled it away from his face. She gently cupped a hand on his cheek, the one that had his scar on it. "Don't listen to what she said about it. You will find someone that will love you for you no matter how you look or act." She stated as she looked him right in the eyes. She was serious about this. "You look rather dashingly handsome to me. I would choose you over any other guy." She said as her hand dropped. There was no hint of teasing or anything to it. It was completely and utterly the truth. She would in a heartbeat pick him. "I lov- care for you for you." She muttered, hoping he wouldn't piece together the last part, even though she has a feeling he will. |
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Amara had moved around enough to try and help Rosalind as much as she could. While she wasn't the most comfortable, there wasn't much she could do about it. Amara wasn't about to complain about the help, even if Rosalind had to get close to help her. She had a look of shock when Rosalind even helped with her hair, grateful for the flowers with the blue tips. "Thank you" she said. Amara had been about to ask how she looked since there wasn't a mirror in view, but Rosalind and Sebastian coming in speechless told her. "I guess I look nice then" she teased Sebastian before she looked at Rosalind. "Thank you. I know it's probably not easy helping me right now" she said. She was starting to like the witch and wondered if she would be willing to stick around even when Amara and Sebastian married. ~~~~ Aro shook his head. "Deserving or not, she didn't have a right to strike anyone here" he told her. "Even if you were just a servant, or had it been anyone else, she would have been punished. Maybe not slapped back, but punished." He glanced at Azaria before looking at Lorelei. "Is she supposed to look normal to us" he asked. Aro sighed. "It's hard not to when that seemed to be the one thing she pointed out" he said. Shaking his head he looked at Lorelei. "I'm not that good looking" he told her, really not believing he was. When he heard what she was trying to say, he tensed up a bit. "I care about you too. That's why I had that idea to buy you from your parents, though I know it didn't sound right." He rubbed the back of his neck before he caught his reflection in one of the mirrors in the room. He winced slightly as he realized more why the Servants always backed away from him. |
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Rosalind grinned as she looked at Amara, still loving the fact that she was able to play doll with someone for the first time in a while. She remembers she used to do it with her sisters all the time when they were younger. After she met Sebastian, she didn't see them much with how much she was with him all the time. Then she died and she knows she won't be seeing them again since she didn't want to put them in a lifetime of therapy for seeing a woman that was brought back from the dead. She will just admire them from afar like she has done for years for both them and Sebastian to make sure they stayed safe. "It was no problem at all. I loved doing it. I used to doll my sisters up all the time and I forgot how much I enjoyed doing it until I did it to you." She said as she admired her work. She nodded her head in satisfaction. "I'll doll you up anytime you want, hun." She said with a wink before turning towards Sebastian. He was still staring at Amara with his mouth open. "Shut your mouth before a fly flies in." She teased him as she tapped his chin to shut it, which he did. "I'll go tell the princess and escort her to the room. Be quick." She said before she slipped out of the room. "I guess that is my cue." He teased as he walked over to her on the bed. "You do look absolutely stunning, especially with your favorite flowers in your hair." He said as he adjusted himself next to her before picking her up bridal style in his arms with ease. He walked out of the room, making it quick to the day room to make sure they didn't run into anyone, and sat her down on the chair. "I know this is not the most ideal." He said as he made sure she was comfortable and even put a footstool under her legs. "But I'm glad you're okay with coming." ~~~~~~~ Lorelei shrugged her shoulders, knowing very well that the slap was deserved whether he felt like it was or not. She let a sigh out as she thought for a moment, knowing very well that if she wants to blend in better, she needs to perhaps do something to help with that. Perhaps she will flirt with one of the male servants like she has seen a few of the other women do around here. That will probably make her blend in better, no matter how much she will be hating it on the inside. The last thing she wants to do is flirt with some guy she doesn't like let alone doesn't know. At least it will help her get through the day along with blending in somewhat. She glanced at Azaria when he asked her that question. She nodded her head, a small smile on her lips. She prefers that Azaria looks the same to them as she feels like she wouldn't deal well if she didn't. "Yeah, per the note from Rosalind." She said as she shrugged her shoulders. "I don't mind since I would rather see my child than a child I don't recognize." She stated as she glanced back up at him. Hopefully, he is okay with this and if not, perhaps she can send a letter to Rosalind to have her change it so Aro can see a different baby like the rest of them. "I know, I know." She whispered as she looked up at him, not even being bothered by the scar in the slightest. "I feel the same way after it is pointed out every time I met a new person. Obviously, after years of having it covered, I don't give two shits what people think about my scars. That's why I don't need to hide them anymore. Yes, I still feel utterly ugly about it and I know that I look ugly, but I shouldn't have it defy me anymore." She said, knowing she probably said a bit too much but she didn't mind in the slightest as it is him. If it was anyone else, she wouldn't have said a word. "You are deviously handsome." She said as she went on her tiptoes and kissed him on the cheek. "Definitely doesn't sound right but I am grateful for what you did for me." She saw him wince when he saw his reflection in the mirror. She reached up and turned his face towards her. "Stop letting it defy you, Aro. Own in. No matter what others say, you will always be handsome in my eyes." She dropped her hands before going to the bed and sitting on it. She let her legs dangle and rocked them back and forth for a moment before speaking. "When is the next meeting with a princess? Tonight?" She asked with a tilt of her head. |
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Amara blushed as Sebastian picked her up. She placed her head on his shoulder before she looked at him. "I was thinking, even if you and I, along with Aro and Lorelei, if we have to run away, we should have Rosalind go with us" she said. "She would be able to be herself, without worry of being in danger." She wanted to help the witch who was helping her as well. Not that she felt like she owed Rosalind, but she wanted to help. Amara gave a small sigh. "Any idea on who this princess might be that your parents seem to think you would fall for" she asked, trying to make a small tease. Her blue eyes looked around as she wondered who would be there. She feared it might be someone unwilling to give up when it came to Sebastian. He was quite handsome after all, and kind when you got to know him. She smiled at the thought of his kindness. Once Amara was in the seat she looked at Sebastian. "I would go anywhere with you, and I mean that" she said. She wondered if there would be food brought in. She realized she hadnt eaten yet, and had only had the tea. Normally that would have been enough, but with her nerves, she would need more. ~~~ Aro nodded mostly to himself. "I just wanted to be sure. Didnt need someone to know who she was." He didnt mind either way, but was concerned for both Lorelei and Azaria. He looked at the young child before he looked at Lorelei. He wasnt sure what it was about her that calmed him, but he liked it. Aro placed his hand to his scar. "It's not that easy when that's all anyone seems to see when they look at me" he replied as he sighed. "Now I know why the servants were so scared when they first saw me." When she asked then the next princess would be there, he tensed up. He didnt want to think of that. "If my father would have it, more than likely, and I cant stop the fool" he said. Aro shook his head before he walked over to the window and looked out. "I havent even told my father of the disrespect Cora gave" he said, spitting the name. He didnt want to think of meeting anyone else after her, especially when he already had his eyes on someone, though he felt like she didnt want him back in that way. He wondered if Amara was going through the same thing. |
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Sebastian listened to Amara as she explained that Rosalind could come with them if they were to run away. As much as the thought of running away and leaving all the responsibilities that lay on his shoulders behind, he knew he couldn't. His people needed him once he was crowned King. They needed it since his parents were not the greatest rulers themselves and turn their head the other way when they see people begging them for help. He will never be that way and if he were, he would gladly let someone kill him before it got too far. So, as much as the fantasy of running away and ensuring that Rosalind was safe, he couldn't. It's a fantasy he knows will never come true. He knows things will be different once he becomes King. He just knows it and won't sit back anymore and watch people, his people, suffer. "Amara, as much as that sounds lovely, that's a fantasy." He said as he started to pace the floors. Pacing at this time seemed to calm him, have him collect his thoughts. He knew she might be sadden by the statement, but he had to tell her the truth. He didn't want to string her along to think that running away is a possibility when in reality it is not. He's sure Lorelei would do it, but he knew he wouldn't be able to find it in himself to run away. "But if a situation arises that concerns your safety, you will be running away and Rosalind will go with you to keep you safe. I don't want an argument about it as that is the final decision. You are my top priority in keeping safe no matter what the cost is." He said, his voice stern and leaving no room for argument. At the sound of meeting the princess, the whole reason they are in this room, he started to pace again. He forgot about the meeting at the moment until Amara brought it up. "Who knows. Probably an entitled brat like most of the princesses are. I wouldn't put it past me if she were to try something that she thinks will woo me." He went over to her, a small smirk forming on his lips. "Besides, I have my eyes set on someone else and who will be my Queen when I take the crown." He said as he tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. Before he could reply to her, he heard the shuffle of shoes coming. He sighed and gave Amara one last smile before moving away from her. He stood next to the fireplace to have it seem like he was there this whole time waiting for the Princess instead of talking to his future wife. He turned his head towards the entrance of the room as the footsteps came louder. He hates doing this, especially when he had someone, but he had to if he wanted to keep everyone safe and the secret hidden. "The princess, your majesty." Rosalind stated as she bowed towards him to not have the princess suspect anything. ~~~~~~ Lorelei hummed, knowing that Aro cared for her daughter even if he won't admit it if she asked him. She knows by just looking at him and seeing the look in his eyes whenever he glances at Azaria. It makes a smile form on her lips and her heart to flutter. She knows that he will do anything to keep her safe and that made her feel relaxed. He made her feel safe even if he thinks he does the opposite. She knows that no matter how much she tries to prove it, it will be difficult for him to accept it. That is fine with her as she won't be leaving unless he tells her to. "Aro, just for once, think about yourself. Don't let other people try to put things in your head and point things out about you. You deserve so much more than what people give you." She smiled slightly before shifting her eyes. She looked down at her hands and folded them in her lap. "We deserve so much more." She muttered softly. Even if he found someone, they might be better for him than her. As much as she wanted to kiss and love the man standing in front of her, she feels like he won't feel the same. It hurt her to think that way but it is the very best for him to find someone that isn't so tinted by death and having things happen when they should've never happened. She hummed again when he said yes to another princess coming tonight. Hopefully she won't be as bad as Cora was. That woman was nasty and her name left a foul taste in her mouth. She continued swinging her legs as her eyes stayed on her hands folded in her lap. "I suppose you have to do what you have to do." She muttered, knowing it hurt that he is meeting other women that could potentially take him from her. She so badly wanted to tell him how she felt but she didn't want the sting of the rejection if he didn't feel the same way. Then again, she didn't care. He needs to know. She jumped from the bed and walked straight to him, determination written all over her face. She gently grabbed his hands, but kept a good grip on them to prevent him from trying to pull away. She needed his touch while she says what she is about to say. It might be the last time she touches him if he rejections her. "You might hate me after this and god I might regret it, but I would rather say something than keep it hidden and never know your thoughts on it." She said as she looked up at him. She just wanted to pulled his face down and kiss him to show her feelings better but that might not be a good idea, so words seem to be the better bet. Heartbreak here she comes. "Aro, I lo-" She was cut off with a knock on the door and a servant saying that the next princess was here to meet him. |
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Amara gave a small sigh, hearing Sebastian's answer. He was right, running would help nobody but themseves, and they had more to worry about. Even if they all ran, who would be there for the kingdoms afterwards? She knew her father wouldnt marry again, not with his heart basically made of stone. "You're right" she replied. "It was foolish thinking." A small chuckle couldnt be contained when he mentioned most princesses being spoild brats. "Is that what you thought of me when we first met" she asked. She assumed it was possible, especially when they hadnt fully had a chance to know one another. Amara didnt want to think Sebastian ever thought of her that way, but it was possible, especially when she herself had assumed he would be rude from the stories she had been told. She looked over to the fireplace before she heard Rosalind make her way over, mentioning that the princess was here. Her heart raced, not knowing why she was nervous herself, when she knew Sebastian wouldnt allow the woman to stick around for very long. *Calm down Amara, you'll be fine* she thought to herself, though she wished Sebastian was next to her rather than the few feet away he actually was. ~~~ Aro sighed as he placed a hand on his chair before looking at Lorelei. "It's far from easy to think for myself while my fatehr still rules this kingdom" he said, somewhat sternly. "Especially when he cares so much about both Amara and I, that he hasnt even noticed that Amara isnt here" he said. He was sure that's what added to him being to harsh on Cora. "Explain to me what we derserve. Because as of right now, that's nothing. I threw my father's most trusted guard into the cells, told him off, and really havent done much other than help Amara get out of here." Aro shook his head before he crossed his arms slightly. "Trust me. I dont want them here anymore than you. None of these princesses are even worth my time" he grumbled. "It's always the rude, stuck up, disrespectful ones that think they can win someone over." He shook his head at the thought. When Lorelei grabbed his hands, he tensed up slightly as he hadnt been expecting her touch at all. The way she spoke helped calm him from talking about his father and the next "witch" as he thought of the princesses showed. When Lorelei got cut off, his eyes narrowed before he glared at the servant. "Cant you see that I am busy. Tell her to wait somewhere else" he snapped. He glanced back at Lorelei, wondering if she was going to finish what she was trying to say, though he assumed he already knew. He wanted to hear her, and know for sure. |
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Sebastian gave Rosalind a quick look only she noticed before she moved over to stand near Amara. Rosalind knew that he hated to be called majesty, but in the presence of another princess, it is necessary. He gaze flickered to the princess, his face a mask of ice and indifference as he took her in. She seemed timid, her hands fidgeting with the fabric on her emerald gown. She had her lip pulled between her lips as her honey colored gaze flickered all around the room, not sure where to exactly look. Her auburn hair was curled and pulled to the side, having two thin strands frame her face. Emerald colored jewelry of necklace, bracelet and a few rings were being worn. I'm all honesty, she was definitely gorgeous and didn't seem like the other princesses that he meet over the years, minus Amara. "Prince." She said as she quickly bowed, almost seeming to forget her manners with how nervous she is. He has a feeling she is only nervous since she has heard stories of how he truly is. Maybe it is time to fix that, even if other kingdoms might consider him weak. He gave the girls a glance, Rosalind giving him a stern glare not to scare the poor woman off. He gave a slight smile to Amara before turning towards the princess, her head still bowed. "My dear, you don't have to bow to me." He said softly, seeing her flinch from him suddenly speaking. He walked towards her and tilted her head up to meet his gaze. "There is nothing to fear, alright?" He dropped his hand from her chin as he put an easy and small smile on his lips. "What is your name, princess?" He asked with the tilt of his head. She was still nervous, her hands still fumbling with the fabric of her dress but not as bad. "Elise. My name is Elise." She said softly, her voice as sweet as honey and as calm as a summer's night. He grabbed her hand gently and brought her towards the couch, gesturing for her to sit before he took a seat next to her. "Nice to meet you. My name is Sebastian, which I know you know but I'm trying to make you as comfortable as possible." She gave him a timid but small smile at that. "These lovely ladies are my friends." He hated calling his love a friend, but he can't quite come out that he has someone and no one will be to sweep him away from her. "This is Rosalind and Amara. We do everything together, mostly, and they are the sweetest women you will meet here." He could see some of the tension leave her shoulders at that. Elise looked at the women, her big round eyes like doe eyes as her gazed swept over them. "What do you do, Rosalind?" She asked, wanting to know more about the women that are close to her potential husband, even though she doesn't know he never will be. Rosalind smiled brightly, loving to talk about what she does. Well, on the down terms. "I'm a healer. I mix herbs and take care of the sick and wounded when I am able to." Elise nodded her head, loving to hear that they have a healer here. Her gaze turned to Amara, having her question be directed towards her. "And what do you do, Amara?" ~~~~ Lorelei dropped his hands, knowing the moment was ruined to tell him how she felt about him. She so desperately wanted to scream it at the top of lungs for everyone to hear, but that would be foolish of her to do so. She isn't a princess anymore. She knew if she for some reason went back to her parents, they would strip her of her title and throw her on the streets. Thus, she is not a princess like his father wants him to marry. Maybe her keeping her feelings hidden away no matter how much it hurt her is for the better. He needs a Queen by his side and not someone that was tossed away and broken. Even though he told the servant to go away and looked back at her, wanting to know what she was going to say, she couldn't do it now. She is cowering like she always does. Her moment of bravery and determination was broken as soon as the servant interrupted them. "Ah, never mind." She smiled slightly, though it didn't reach her eyes. "It's not important." She whispered, knowing that it is but just couldn't say it now. She didn't want the sting of the rejection fresh as he goes to meet the next princess. "I'm going to check to see that everything is in place for dinner and ice my cheek a bit before dinner is served." She walked over to Azaria and smiled softly at her, knowing she needs to find the trusty servant to come and watch over her. "I'll fetch the servant for Aza. I'll see you at dinner." She said before she slipped out of the room before he could say anything else to her or she makes a fool out of herself. Once she found the servant and requested her to go to Azaria, she made her way to the kitchen. A sigh left her lips as she shook her head. She should've just told him. Maybe if he felt the same way, he would've called off this meeting with the princess. 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Amara looked over the princess that walked in, watching her closely. She did her best to not show any emotion as she knew it wouldnt be anything plesant at all. Her blue eyes were emotionless as she listened to Sebastian and Elise speak. Amara clenched her fist under the table hearing Sebastian call her dear, though she knew he didnt mean it, it certainly didnt help her feel good by any means. She slowly unclenched her fists as it seemed Elise wasnt getting too close to Sebastian. When Sebastian called her and Rosalind his friends, she gave a polite nod, though kept her face like stone, not wanting to give anything away. Hearing Rosalind mention that she was a healer, it relaxed her, and she wasnt sure why. Perhaps it was that someone else was talking, or that Elise wasnt talking to Sebastian. She wouldnt know. Amara tensed up howerver when it was asked of her what she did. "Well, I, uh, took care of our mounts before a riding accident" she lied, though her voice clearly wavered. She wasnt sure if Elise would believe it or not, but that didnt matter to her. She hated being put on the spot, especially when it was clear to everyone except Elise that she wasnt just a friend to Sebastian. She wasnt going to lie about being a maid, as then Elise might order her around, and her legs werent strong enough for that just yet. Amara glanced at Sebastian as though she was pleading him to help her with that answer, as she wasnt sure she made it believable enough to this new stranger. Had she looked to Rosalind, it might have been too suspicious she had lied. ~~~~ Aro sighed hearing Lorelei mention it was nothing important. He simply nodded and headed out of the room, barely hearing what else the female had to say. He looked at the servant with a glare. "Where is she waiting" he asked somewhat coldly. It was certainly a different tone than when he spoke to Lorelei. He took a glance back before the servant lead him to where this next princess was waiting. As it turned out, the princess refused the leave the garden, even though the servants tried to explain it wasnt a great place to meet Aro. His eyes turned even colder seeing her there. "Get out of the garden" he said coldly. He hadnt been there since they buried his mother, and he was far from ready to go into it just yet. He watched as this princess stiffened up and turned to face him. Her auburn hair glistened in the sunlight while her emerald green eyes seemed to shimmer. "Why? Its such a lovely day" she asked, her voice soothing like a light snowfall. "I dont go into the garden" Aro plainly replied before he started to walk away, giving the girl only one option. Aro heard her footsteps behind him as she followed. "My apologies" she said. "I didnt know. I guess that explains why the servants wanted me out of there. My name is Mayve" she told him. He didnt really care what her name was. He wanted her gone. "Aro" he replied, not really wanting a conversation right then. It seemed Mayve understood he didnt want to talk. "Sir, I understand this may not be the best time, as it seems by the way you are walking and short with words you must be busy, but my parents sent me here to get to know you. If now isnt a good time, perhaps at dinner" she asked. Aro couldnt help but roll his eyes. "There will be no getting to know me. Anyone who's tried runs off" he stated, though he realized it wasnt true anymore. Lorelei hadnt run off. Sure, Cora hadnt, but that filth was far from worthy to be around him anyway. |
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Elise listened to what Amara said she did. She believed the woman as she is a bit oblivious even if she is somewhat smart. "That sounds lovely to be spending every day with the mounts." She said as a smile lit up on her lips. To say she is a huge animal lover is an understatement. Sebastian let a soft chuckle out, seeing that Elise is finally loosening up. It made him feel better that he didn't have to put on a mask like he usually does. He knows that hiding behind a mask is no longer going to be an option unless it is absolutely necessary to do so. "Amara loves the mounts as well, which is why she took to tending to them. She does a wonderful job and the mounts and other stable hands love her to death." He threw a wink at Amara to where Elise couldn't see before turning her attention back to Elise. "She got into an accident though but is slowly healing. Once she is better, she'll be back at it with tending to the mounts." He reached out and made the girls a cup of tea before asking what Elise liked and made her cup as well. Elise stirred her tea as she sat there, thinking of what to say next. "I do have a confession to make." She said as she stared into the cup of tea. He stiffened at that, hoping it isn't going to be a sappy heartfelt speech where she declares her feelings for him. If she is, he is going to have to let her down softly and hope it doesn't cause tension between their kingdoms. "You do?" He asked, trying to sound interested instead of anxious. She looked up at him finally, her doe eyes blinking a few times at him before she spoke. "I only came because my parents wanted me to. As much as you seem like a lovely guy and any girl would be lucky to have you, I'm not interested in an arranged marriage." Rosalind spit out her tea that she took a sip of, almost spitting it on Amara but barely managing to miss her. "Say what now?" She said, surprised that a princess for the first time is not interested in an arranged marriage with a prince let alone a handsome one at that. Elise started to giggle and Sebastian join in as it was very unexpected reaction, especially from Rosalind. "I'm not interested in an arranged marriage so I'm going to politely decline trying to woo you to become your queen." She said softly after she got her giggles under control. Rosalind still confused but happy there wasn't going to be hurtful words and whatnot thrown around smiled softly. At least this princess is not like others and she appreciates that. "No hard feelings there, Elise. I'm not interested in one either. I think it is safe to say that we could actually be friends. You seem like a lovely woman and a total sweetheart and I'm sure the girls would enjoy hanging out with you sometimes." Sebastian stared, thankful that this actually worked out for once. Elise nodded her head excitedly. "I would love to be friends with all of you. I only came to please my parents. They won't be mad if I came back empty handed, since we could line up together without a marriage." Sebastian nodded his head, loving the idea and he gets to keep Amara without having anything get in his way. "It's perfect." Elise stood up and Rosalind made her way towards her. "As much as I would like to stay longer, I have to get back. It was lovely meeting you all and I hope to see you guys soon and I'm so excited to be working with you." They bided her farewell before Rosalind took her away, leaving him and Amara alone together. "That certainly went well. And she is a complete sweetheart too." He turned towards her, a smile on her face. "Though, I only have eyes for you." ~~~~ Lorelei tried to keep the smile on her face as she helped the rest of the servants prepare the tables and place all sorts of foods on the surfaces. As much as she would rather not stay and watch a woman flirt with Aro, she knew she had to stay. She told him he would be there for him while he goes through this, even if it hurt her without him realizing it does. Besides, she is his personal servant, so it only makes sense that she stays with him until the very end when he leaves to go back to his room. Once the table was set and everything in place, she told a servant to find the two and bring them here since dinner was ready. She would do it herself, but she didn't want to face the two just yet. She wants a bit more time to prepare herself before she has to watch the flirting from the princess go towards the man she cares about. She sighed as she leaned against the wall, her gaze flickering out the window as it took in the scenery. Perhaps she can go out for a walk in the streets later. She doesn't remember the last time she got some fresh air that just wasn't off the balcony connected to the room. She needs to get outside of these walls, get the crushing feeling in her chest lifted off of her so she can breath freely again, even if it might just be for a few minutes. She reached up and placed her hand on the glass, a feeling of longing setting into the pit of her stomach. She wonders how Sebastian and Amara are doing. Hell, she still wants to know how Rosalind is alive, but that is for another time. She will meet the woman again in time and she is going to be extremely excited when that day comes. Lorelei shook her head, clearing her thoughts to focus on tonight. The two should be here shortly and she can't be distracted with longing and feelings that she just can't seem to push away. She strengthened out her dress before she went into the kitchen to grab a few last minute things she forgot to grab before they arrived. |
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