So I could not get this story out of my head. Hopefully it turn out good. Hopefully I can keep up with the update if not I am sorry. Also my mistakes are my own. I will try not mess up, but I am far from perfect.

Declaimer: I dont OUAT just the story idea.

Thanks and please tell me what you think.

The bright sun shines down on the brothers as they made their way into the White Kingdom. While it was the same sun that shined over their home kingdom they seemed to feel as if they sun in this kingdom was brighter, blinding them as they traveled.

"Blast this infernal sun. Is it me or am I the only one that is going blind." Alexis the youngest of the five brothers complained. He was a fair skin brown hair scrawny lad only the age of 15 resembling their mother. While he was still a child in the eyes of his brothers, they knew it was time for him to start training to fight, as well as learn about the family business. This would be the first time he traveled with his brothers on business. So at the chance he jumped not expecting the travel to be rather boring to say the least.

"Really Lex, after days of incisive whining you would think you would just shut up." Kelby the third born said irritated by his brothers complaining, "this is your first trek and instead of being grateful for the chance to come. You have been acting like a female on her monthly cycle." The 18 year old insulted as he adjusted himself on his horse. Kelby was young man whom found pleasure in angering others. He was 6'1" with an average built. He had dark black hair which and looked like his mother.

"I am not. I am just simply pointing out that our mission has been nothing more than a vacation on uncomfortable beast for hours on end."

"This isn't a trip for sightseeing while rescuing damsels for the fun of it. Hell most times we are only sent out as a last resort. You would be wise not to anger Edge on such a nerve wracking day." Daymon the 4th brother piped in. He looked like Kelby but a bit thinner and with dark black eyes instead of Kelby caramel ones.

As the three talked they failed to notice they had started to drift further away for their older brothers, "come along brothers, keep up the pace, today is not the day to be lagging. Edge is well on edge and will have your heads if you make today a complete mess," Tye the second born yelled at the lagging brothers. He was tall 6'6" with dark hair and eyes resembling his father. He was built like a warrior, acted like a warrior, and fought like a warrior. While there was many tales of the Dark Kingdoms warrior princes, there was even more told about Tye the Dark Knight. He was deadly loyal to his twin brother Redge their future king. "We should hit the city before night fall. If we get in to a predicament you will lay your weapons down until I or Edge draws first. Is that understood?"

"Yes," the younger brothers stated. Pleased with their submission Tye turned his attention to his nervous brother. Instantly he reached into his side bag withdraw in a flask.

"Here," he said thrusting his it towards his twin, who merely refused the liquor. "Drink." Tye said unfazed by the man's actions, "It will calm your nerves."

"I am not nervous," Edge said rigidly.

"Do not lie to me brother. For my twin senses are going off," he said with a chuckle.

"What if it all goes wrong? What if she turns me away?" He asked before taking the flask and took a gracious drink of the liquor. Redge was not a drinker, sure he occasionally indulged in beverage, sometimes at dinner, in his study when he was stressed, or even after a hard day in his bed chambers. In reality such times were rare and few though.

"It all will probably all go wrong," Tye's words only made his twin take another large downing of the strong liquid. "But we will do our best to make sure it doesn't. If for some great chance we don't end up in the dungeons, but instead get turned away we will plead your case to the White Queen until we die." He grabbed the flask knowing that if he left it in his brother's hands the liquor would be gone and his brother too drunk to defend himself if worse came to worse.

"You're a good man, Tyler. You are more than a bit cocky, but a good man." They both laughed before settling down in a comfortable silence.

It was about midday when Tyler came to a full stop. "Tye?" Redge asked as all the brothers stopped.

"Something's coming." He said jumping down from his horse and drawing his sword. Seeing his reaction they all followed suit jumping off their horses, swords at the ready.

"What is it?" Daymon asked taking his position next to his brother.

"A large patrol. They know we are here."

"They were most likely sent to escort us to the castle," Redge said.

"That's a good thing, right?" Alexis questioned.

"Or a bad one. It might mean they don't trust us not to do anything...evil." Kelby answered. The five brothers then quieted as they heard horses and footsteps approaching. Within minutes the brothers were surrounded by soldiers. A head officer approached them cautiously on horseback.

"Put down your weapons" the ugly man growled in fear. Redge was the first to do as told while the others followed. "Who are you and what are you doing here?" the man gruffly said.

"I am Prince Redge first son to Queen Cora of the Dark Kingdom and these are my brothers. We have come to seek an audience with your queen," He said calmly.

"And what is it you seek audience for. Has your evil mother finally bankrupt your kingdom leaving you to grovel at my queen's feet?" The man barely had time to let a single chuckle leave his mouth before realizing there was a dagger held to his throat. Redge had reacted quickly to the man's insult and if wasn't as important as it was to be there, he would have slit the man's throat and let his brothers off their leashes to finish of the man's patrol. This man was lucky today.

"My business is my own and I find it wise of you kept your insults to a minimum if you want to live to see tomorrow," he removed the dagger from the man's skin and forcefully pushed him to the ground. In one quick movement mounted his horse, "Now take me to your queen."

The brothers were escorted by the patrol to the White castle in complete silence. Thankfully it was a rather short ride, but unfortunately tensions grew thicker as they neared the castle. This was dangerous for them and they knew it. As they reached the castle gates the patrols leader jump off his horse and handed the reins over to a waiting stable boy." This is as far as we go on horse," the brothers jumped off their horses," We will walk the rest of the way, but if we suspect treachery you will be killed on the spot. Is that understood?" The brothers simply nodded as they handed their reins to the stable boys.

"Please take care of our horses well." The stable boy nodded in fear when Redge hands him the reins and attempted to scamper away before being stopped by a firm hand on his for arm. Fear coursed through him as he made eye contact with the future Dark King, "this," he hands the boy 10 gold coins, "is only a fraction of what you will receive for your services if done properly." The boys eyes widened in shock.

"T-thank you sir." The boy said before happily skipping away. Standing straight the Prince smiled.

"Are you done flashing your coin," the disgruntled captain spoke.

"It's not flashing, but then again you would hardly know this." He rebutted, "Now if you are done tempting me to kill you, can we be on our way." He said brushing passed the solider with his brothers on his heels.

Minutes later the brothers found themselves standing in the great hall of the White castle waiting for the royals' arrival. Redge's demeanor had changed drastically causing him to pace mindlessly. Anyone who saw him would think he was tired of waiting and had become inpatient. His brothers though knew that this was a big moment for their older brother.

"Would you stop pacing, you're making me restless just watching you." Tye said in a low whisper like voice.

"I can't help it I feel as if I am about to vomit." He said sighing running a hand through his dark medium length hair.

"It will be fine Redge. You are a charming romantic with a strong heart. Any woman would be stupid to deny your advances." Tye said a putting comforting hand in his shoulder.

"Thank you Tyler," he said just as the side door opened to the great door opened. "Here goes nothing he breathes out." The royal announcer entered the great hall.

"Now entering Princess Emma," a beautiful blonde with smooth skin and green eyes enter the hall wearing a majestic blue dress. No one saw it, but instantly Redge's breathe caught in his chest. She was the most perfect person he had ever seen and he was unable keep from staring. The Princess felt eye on her, quickly she searched for the person only to fine the great Prince practically shouting silent words of love. Making eye contact with the Princess made his insides jump and his face to redden in shyness causing him to avert his eyes to the stone floor. He was so in gross in that situation he had missed the King's introduction. "All kneel for the entrance of Queen Snow." Everyone except the brothers kneeled for the queen.

"Please stand," the Queen said in a sweet voice. She wore a white dress that made her glow. "Now who may you five be?"

"I-we," Edge tripped, but quickly recovered, "are the Princes of the Dark Kingdom. Our names starting at the youngest are Alexis, Kelby, Daymon, my twin Tyler and I am Redge the next ruler of the Dark Kingdom." All bowed as their names were called, "We mean no harm and come baring gifts." Tyler reached in his satchel causing the Queen's guards to flinch. Noticing the harsh movement Tye slowly retrieved a dark sapphire necklace with diamonds encircling the stone and a silver change. Showing the item to both the guards and the queen before handing it to his brother, "If it pleases you your majesty I will put the necklace on my brother to prove this is benign gift." She stared at him trying to judge his actions, but nodded in affirmative. Tye stepped forward and allowed his brother to put the necklace on him. Everyone in the room held their breaths a moment passed, yet nothing happened. Breathes could be herd leaving bodies as a sign of relief. Quickly the prince removed the necklace from around his brother then presented it to the queen. "I traveled long and far to retrieve this sapphire. It is said that it was crafted in the land of dark in order to protect the wearer from evil."

"And why would I need protection from evil." She questioned him.

"As a child of the Darkest Queen I know that one can never be too careful." He calmly replied.

"Is this all you have brought?"

"No, your highness." Once again Tye reached into his satchel and produced a wrap sword and a hand mirror. "This here," he said taking the item presented it in front of the King, "is a black blade. It is made from the finest steal created by the flame of a dragon and enchanted to protect the wielder from magic." The blade of the sword was pure black while the handle was made of ivory.

"Finally I present a hand held looking glass to the Princess. It will show you anything you want to see." He handed a gold accented mirror with a heart in the middle of the handle in the middle of the heart was an engraved an R one side of the heart and an E the other side to the Princess. His heart raced as her hand accidentally touched his and she smiled at him.

"These are all very lavish gift." Queen Snow said, "But why are you here? I know that whenever the Dark Kingdom enters my kingdom in order to seek an audience they want some grand favor. So what is it you seek? Money?"

"I can assure you that while in the past rulers have abused the aid of your kingdom. Money is far from what I am after." He said disgruntled.

"Then what is it you want?"

"I-I uh have come to ask um..."his nervousness was refreshing for the Queen. Most who came from the Dark Kingdom were chauvinistic and self-righteousness, but this boy, really, was different he was not yet like the others from his kingdom.

"Go on," She smiled reassuringly. That was all he needed to finish building his courage.

"I have come to ask permission to court your daughter, if she will have me." He said with as much conviction that he could muster. Gasps were heard all around the room.

"What!" The White Queen said in shock, "you want to marry my daughter?"

"Well yes…eventually," he took a chance and looked over at the Princess, whose mouth was basically floored.

"Why?"

"I need to make a grand statement for myself as a future king," he lied. He didn't care about statements, but he also could not find the courage to reveal the truth behind his motives. Not yet. "Your daughter's hand would be the perfect way to do that."

"While I see your point my daughter is not a trophy." Redge's face dropped along with his heart. His lie failed him. "Guards see these men out." The Queen said with the flick of her wrist. Stunned Redge allowed the guards to push him out his heart destroy.

"WAIT!" Tye broke the guard's ranks stepping quicker then he should have towards the family of royals. The guards grabbed him roughly forcing him to his knees in front of the Queen. If it were any other day he'd killed anyone who dare put their hands on him, but today was not that day. "Please your majesty just here me out," he begged.

"Let him speak," the Queen said in pity.

"Your highness there has been a miss understanding. My brother is a good, just man, but tries to hide it behind a wall of indifference. You may not believe it, but he will be the change needed for our kingdom."

"I already told you my daughter are not trophy," She stood angrily.

"I understand that your highness, but if I may explain the reason why a little better and less man handled I hope to change your mind." The Queen nodded her head releasing the brothers.

"Tye," his twin warned.

"Trust me brother." His brother nodded for him to continue. "My mother she is a great ruler, just and fair. She has turn the kingdom back into its old thriving self. Unfortunately she has become ill and I fear death is upon us," his voice cracked. "My brother will take the crown and I have no doubt in my mind that he will be the greatest Dark King of all time. He is strong, fair, just, and kind hearted, though he would deny it. Also I must add he is a very handsome 19 year old man that could get any woman he wants," out of nowhere the Princess let out a scoffing sound. "We have traveled a long way from our homeland, because, whether he admits it or not, he loves your daughter."

"What!" the three royals said.

"Is this true," the Queen asked Edge.

"I-I Uh yes its true," The man stumbled in embarrassment.

"Why?" it wasn't Queen that asked him, but the Princess herself. "What makes you think you love me?"

"I don't think I…I know I do." he wouldn't say the words out loud not yet.

"Why?" She asked again.

"The only time I have ever been to your Kingdom I was twelve. We had been invited to the birthing celebration for your brother. I was disgruntled at my mother and my brother for some reason. Wandered away from the room finding myself the barn where you kept your horses," he looked in her eyes. "I had climb into the rafters to avoid being found. It was not long before you came into the barn. Apparently your horse was in labor. I watched you interact with that animal as if…as if it were your own flesh and blood. I knew from that day on that I wanted you to be my wife. For you would cherish not only my children, but our people as if they were your own." The room fell silent, no one expected the Dark Prince to feel so deeply. When it was time to speak it was the Princess who did so.

"I am sorry Dark Prince, but while you feel deep for me, I have already have two suitors competing for my hand." Once again the Dark Prince's heart broke, "If my parents should allow it though, I will allow you to join the race and compete for my hand in marriage." The prince's heart jumped painfully in his chest.

"We will allow it." It only took a moment's time for the Queen and King to answer simultaneously. "What do you say Sir Prince."

"I say I will not compete for your hand for you are not a prize to be won and your hand is not what I seek. I will stay for it is your heart that I chose to persuade to feel for me as I feel for it." The Princess's heart jumped in her chest no one had spoken of her in such manner. It made her smile.