Love Bound

Chapter 1

It had only been a few months since Belle's love was able to save the Beast from his curse or death. She was finally able to start a new life with the man she loved. Prince Adam still was adjusting to being human after being in an animal form for a good chunk in his life.

Belle was enjoying herself in her library reading her favorite book. Just as she got to chapter three, she faintly saw in the book her own adventure. A prince in disguise. Seemed just like Adam when he was as Beast. She quickly turned to the next page to continue reading the story. A slight movement caught her attention, causing her to turn her head to turn to the movement. Quickly her cheek met with strong lips. She smiled into the kiss before looking up to her prince.

"How are you doing, Belle?" Adam asked a smile on his face.

"Fine." She giggled. "You're early."

The prince shrugged. "I wanted you to meet the new adviser I hired today. Garin Morell." He indicated to the older man close by.

The gentleman bowed to her. This man had blond hair and unusual green eyes. His attire also held an overused green tone. She nodded to him in greeting. Everything seemed normal, but something seemed off about this new adviser. Belle bookmarked her book and stood up.

"Milady, I'm here to help his highness with his royal duties." Garin told.

"Well," the beauty smiled. "It's good to have someone that is willing to help my fiancée." She placed a hand on Adam's chest.

Morell's eyes widened. He looked to Adam then back to Belle. "Sir, you didn't tell me that a commoner was your betrothed." He practically yelled at the two. "That is out of the question. Your highness, in order for you to rightfully rule this kingdom, you must marry one of royal blood, as told in the tradition and laws past."

Adam stiffened, why did this come up now? He loved Belle, and didn't want to be with anyone else for the rest of his life. He stepped in front of her, defending the woman he cared for most in the world.

"There must be away around this. I love Belle, and I'm not going to end what we have just because of tradition and an outdated law."

Garin sighed in disappointment. "I'm afraid not. I don't know of any way to help you in your predicament." Adam and Belle looked at each other with concern. "I will have a suitable bride for you by the end of the week."

They were silent as the adviser left the room, making Adam sit in the chair he was next to. Belle wrapped her arms around his neck.

"Belle, what do we do. I can't be without you." He grabbed hold of her hand.

"Don't worry." She assured. "We can figure this out."

In a separate room, Garin walked to the mirror in his room. Mystical power surrounded him casing his body and reacting to transform. The room filled with a green light and was left with a female seductively looking into the mirror.

"Finally, I can become queen, just like I planned all those years ago." She looked up and spoke as if speaking to the prince. "Beware Adam, your enchantress is back."