Perils of Bright Moon
The quiet peace-loving planet of Etheria was in no way prepared when the evil Horde decided to enter their atmosphere and take over. Without the technology and knowledge of fighting skills, it didn't take long for the Horde to invade and take over many kingdoms and cities. Etheria was a place of magic, and that was what the Horde wanted to continue their dictatorship of the universe. Powerful magic was locked in all sorts of places, some of them secret to even the inhabitants of Etheria.
One such magical place was the Kingdom if Bright Moon. King Zandor and Queen Isabella ruled the kingdom and refused to let the Horde take over their home. For years they had lived in peace, raising two young daughters, Princess Angella and Princess Hope. Zandor lead his strong royal army through many battles, but his bravery led to his downfall when he was seriously injured in battle. Isabella and his fellow soldiers carried the king back to Castle Bright Moon where Zandor called for his eldest daughter, Angella. Angella, a blond haired blue eyed beauty with huge angel like wings entered the room where the castle's physicians worked to try to save her father.
"Leave me alone!" cried the king. "Let me speak to my daughter alone".
The physicians left reluctantly. Isabella left the room in tears, fearing the worst. Her younger daughter, Hope, just ten years old, clung to her.
Angella kneeled down at her father's bedside. Zandor placed his hand on her cheek, which were stained with her tears and said to her, "Angella, the time has come. You must promise me that you'll take my place on the throne and never let the Horde take over Castle Bright Moon."
"Father. No", cried Angella. The nineteen-year-old did not want to accept the fact that her father was going to die.
"Angella, it is too late for me. You are the queen of Bright Moon and you'll be a good one. You must lead the people to fight against the Horde. I feel you have the strength and courage", said Zandor.
"I'll try, Father", sobbed Angella.
"You'll do, not try. Farewell, my daughter. Take care of your mother and sister for me. I love you", said Zandor, as he closed his eyes and passed away.
Angella laid her head on her father's chest and cried. She had no idea what the future would hold for her. She knew that one day she would become queen, but the time was too soon. She wasn't prepared to rule the kingdom of Bright Moon.
The next few weeks were pretty quiet around Bright Moon as the residents mourned the loss of King Zandor, but welcomed young Queen Angella to the throne. Isabella, the queen mother, stood by Angella and gave her support. Angella had to grow up fast and the responsibility was weighing heavily on her shoulders. She did not want to let her father down. She was confident in her royal guard and its captain, Avery. Avery led the army in keeping the kingdom safe from the Horde. Angella was worried that the Horde would soon learn of her father's death and take full advantage of the situation.
The Horde did launch an attack, and Avery was remarkable as he led the royal army in preventing them from entering the castle grounds. Angella prayed to the three Etherian moons in giving her the courage and strength to protect her home. When the guards returned, Avery came into the castle in a panic. He carried his son, Micah, in his arms. Micah, a young warrior not much older than Angella, had been badly injured. Angella couldn't help but notice how handsome the young man was with dark hair and piercing blue eyes. His injuries were similar to her father, and she prayed that Avery would not lose his son. When the Castle's medical staff was not tending to him, Angella stood by Micah's bedside and waited for the young man to wake up.
If the Horde was not enough of an obstacle, Angella's sister, Princess Hope suddenly came down with some mysterious illness. The medical staff tried their best to care for her, but they had no idea what was causing her to become so weak. Angella was soon caring for both Micah and her sister. Hope was too weak to even talk, and she was burning up. Angella feared she was going to lose her if they didn't find out what was wrong.
One night, Angella was in Micah's room, using a damp cloth to clean his wounds on his forehead. The warrior stirred and awoke to see Angella standing over him. Angella just smiled.
Micah turned his head to face her and asked, "Are you an angel?"
"No, I am Queen Angella of Bright Moon. You were badly injured in battle, and I have been taking care of you", said Angella, liking his comment.
"You look too young to be a queen. I thought I was dead. You look beautiful enough to be an angel", said Micah.
"Thank you, but you are not dead. You are in the castle, and I think you are going to be alright", said Angella.
Micah took his hand and raised it to touch Angella's. Angella felt a spark between them as she smiled and held it.
"Thank you, your majesty", Micah said weakly.
"Please, call me Angella. It was my pleasure, and I am glad to see you finally awake", said Angella.
"How is my father? Is he okay?" asked Micah.
"Your father is fine. He carried you to the castle, and I think I'd better tell him you're going to be okay", said Angella.
"Could you stay a few more minutes?" asked Micah.
"I would, but I must go see how my sister is doing", said Angella, as she started to get up and leave.
"Why? What is wrong with her?" asked Micah.
Angella turned away from Micah to hide the tears that were starting to form in her eyes. She finally said, "Hope is very sick, and nobody knows what is wrong with her. I am afraid she'll die if nobody can help her".
Micah tried to sit up, but Angella rushed over and said, "Easy, Micah, you need to relax."
"I'd like to help. I am sure somebody must know", said Micah.
"Thank you for the offer, but I am afraid by the time we find out what her illness is, it will be too late," said Angella.
"Angella, you helped me. Now I feel I must help you. Please let me help her. I'll go out and start asking people. Somebody has got to know and might be able to find a cure", said Micah.
Angella stood up and said, "I'd like that. When you get better, maybe we could venture out of Bright Moon and ask some of the older residents".
"You have my word, and please come back and see me", said Micah.
"I will", said Angella, as she turned and walked out of the room.
Princess Hope was stabilized and Angella prayed that there would be that glimmer of hope that she might make it. She was not getting better, but at least she was not getting any worse. Micah improved quickly after he had woken up and soon joined Angella by Hope's bedside to pray for her recovery. Hope turned to see Micah standing beside Angella and was a little shocked that there was a stranger in the room.
"Angella, who is he?" asked Hope, weakly.
"This is Micah, son of Avery, captain of our royal guard. He wants to help you get better", said Angella.
"How?" asked Hope.
"We are going to find out. You will get better. I promise. There is a glimmer of hope, and I will hang onto it", said Angella.
Hope closed her eyes and fell asleep. Angella gently brushed away the blond hair that was in Hope's eyes and kissed her lightly on her forehead. Micah put his arm around Angella's shoulder to give her support.
Later that night, Micah and Angella decided to go out and seek answers for a cure for Princess Hope. The three Etherian moons were full and casted enough light so they could see where they were going. They wandered into nearby woods that seemed to generate a source of magic. Angella marveled at the beautiful trees and plant life, as she grabbed a hold of Micah's arm.
"I wonder if this is Whispering Woods that my mother used to tell us about. I heard it was a very magical place that warded off any evil. It is so beautiful", said Angella.
"Indeed it is. If the legend is true, then we must be safe", said Micah, as he looked into Angella's eyes.
Angella smiled at Micah and kept walking deeper into the woods. They wandered into a clearing, where Micah turned and faced Angella.
"Wow, the moonlight really brings out the color in your eyes. You look so beautiful tonight", said Micah.
Angella blushed a little and said, "Thank you".
Angella and Micah gazed into each other's eyes and started to lean toward each other, almost about to touch lips, when they heard somebody shout from beyond.
"Look out!" cried a voice.
Angella and Micah both turned and saw a woman in a red outfit and hat heading right toward them on a broom. Micah grabbed Angella and they both hit the ground. The woman crashed right into a tree just behind them. Micah got up quickly, a little embarrassed that he was lying right on top of Angella. They both rushed over to the woman.
"Oh, my god, are you okay?" asked Angella.
The woman seemed a little dazed, as she sat up and held her head. Her broom stood up and held his back, winching in pain. The woman them stood up and looked up at Angella and Micah.
"Oh deary my, Queen Angella, I am so sorry. I almost hit you", said the woman.
"You know who I am?' asked Angella.
"Why of course, you're the queen of Bright Moon. I knew your parents when they were the rulers. It is such a pleasure to finally meet you face to face", said the woman.
"And you are?" asked Angella.
The woman reached her hand out, and Angella shook it, "Oh, I am so sorry I didn't introduce myself. I am Madam Razz and this is my friend, Broom. We live in the Whispering Woods".
"It is a pleasure to meet you, Madam Razz. This is my friend, Micah", said Angella.
Madam Razz shook Micah's hand and said, "Oh, such handsome company to escort the queen".
Micah smiled and said, "Thank you, I it a pleasure to meet you, Madam".
Broom finally was able to stand straight up and said, "Madam, this is the 3rd time tonight we have crashed. When will ever perfect our landings".
Angella and Micah looked at Broom in shock. Micah asked, "Wow, I didn't expect you to talk, much less be walking around."
"Of course, I talk. I can walk and talk better than I can fly", said Broom.
Micah and Angella looked at each and laughed.
"So, your majesty, what brings you into the Whispering Woods?" asked Madam Razz.
"We were searching for anybody that might be able to help us find a cure for my sister. She is very ill and we do not know what is wrong with her", said Angella.
"Princess Hope is sick. Oh, deary my, what is wrong with her?" asked Madam Razz.
"She is running a very high fever, and sleeps most of the day. She is very weak. I am so scared she might die", said Angella.
"The doctors have ran all sorts of rests on her and still have not found what she has", said Micah.
"Hmm, maybe you could run some more of those symptoms by me. Be specific. I have been around for a very long time and I might have heard of the illness she has and might be able to help you", said Madam Razz.
"Oh, if you knew that would be great", said Angella.
"She is not kidding about being around for a while. I am sure she has heard of just about anything this planet has", said Broom.
"Okay, Queen Angella, what other things does you sister have?" asked Madam Razz.
"Well, besides the fever, she is very pale and is breaking out in little red spots", said Angella.
"Oh, deary my", cried Madam Razz.
"What? Do you know what is wrong with her?" asked Angella.
"I am afraid it sounds like the Forever Slumber. We thought we had gotten rid of it years ago, but I bet the Horde disturbed some of the balance on this planet and woke it up again. Oh, the poor dear", said Madam Razz.
"Is she going to die?" asked Angella, he voice starting to quiver.
Micah put his arm around Angella, and asked, "Do you know of a cure for this disease?"
"Oh, there is a cure, let me remember", said Madam Razz.
"Oh, Madam, please remember. We must find the cure. I will be forever grateful to you if you can help my sister. I cannot lose her", said Angella.
Madam Razz put her finger to her temple and started brainstorming. "Hmm, let me see. I know it. It will come to me in a minute".
Angella closed her eyes and leaned into Micah, and laid her head on his shoulder. Micah stroked her blond hair trying to comfort her.
Madam suddenly exclaimed, "Ah Ha, I got it. The roots of the sea orchid".
"Really? Where can we find this sea orchid?" asked Angella.
"It grows only in one place and that is one the shore near the town of Bayworth", said Madam Razz.
"Bayworth, we must go there", said Angella.
"Oh, be careful. That town is run by the Horde and if they see you, they will capture you", said Madam Razz.
"I don't care. I'll do anything to help my sister. This is our only chance and we must go", said Angella.
"I am with you, Angella. I won't rest until we find that orchid", said Micah.
"Thank you, Micah, I don't know what I would do without you", said Angella, looking up into his eyes.
Madam Razz turned to Broom and said quietly, "I think love is about to bloom here. The magic between them is very strong".
Madam Razz, Broom, Queen Angella, and Micah all ventured out of Whispering Woods and toward the town of Bayworth. They were on the town's edge when they noticed that Horde troopers filled the area. They stayed low behind some shrubbery, scanning the area, looking to see if there was a way they could get near the shore without being noticed.
"What do we do now?" asked Micah.
"Not sure, let me think", said Angella, her hands placed on either side of her head.
"Maybe a magic spell would do", said Madam Razz.
"Wait, that is it. Micah, could you find the orchid with Madam Razz and Broom and I'll take care of the Horde", said Angella.
"Angella, I will not leave you. It is far too dangerous", said Micah.
"Micah, please do as I say. I know what I am doing", said Angella.
"I'm sorry, my queen. I will get that orchid. I guess I don't understand everything about you yet", said Micah.
"It's okay, Micah. I will be okay", said Angella.
Micah, Madam Razz, and Broom took off the walk around the shrubbery, hoping to find a way to sneak onto the shore.
Angella looked up at the three moons and said to herself, "I know I am inexperienced, but I hope this works".
Angella raised her hands in the air and spread her wings. She looked up the moons and cried, "By the power of Etherian moons, I command you to give me the strength and courage to fight this evil."
Suddenly, light started to form around Angella, as she felt the magic penetrate her. She aimed her arms at the Horde troopers and blasted a few of them that were closest to her. The robots were destroyed, but it alerted the others, and they started to charge Angella.
"It is Queen Angella. Is she foolish or what?" asked one of the troopers.
"I don't know, but Hordak would be pleased with her capture", said another trooper.
Queen Angella started shooting out rays of light from her hands, taking out the troopers that were charging her. She took her wings and lifted herself into the air, where she had a much better shot from the air.
Micah stopped and started at Angella in amazement, "Oh, wow, she is more amazing than I thought".
"Yes, I know, but we must get that orchid while she keeps them busy", said Madam Razz, giving Micah a slight push to keep him moving.
Micah wandered onto the sandy shoreline and saw a patch green orchids growing in an area with other vegetation.
"I think I found it", said Micah.
"Hey, what do you think you're doing here? This is Horde territory", said a voice.
Micah, Madam Razz, and Broom turned around and saw a few troopers standing on the beach ready to open fire.
"Oh, deary my, I must think of something", said Madam Razz.
"Hurry!" cried Broom.
Micah faced the troopers. "We only came for one thing. Just let us get it and we'll leave you alone", he said.
"Ha, never, you fool. You would make a fine addition to Hordak's slave crew", said trooper, as he fired a shot at him.
Micah was quick, as he dropped to the ground and rolled, avoiding the shot. He began to taunt the robots, he ran in circles, dodging their weapons.
Madam Razz began to wiggle her fingers and chant, "Razzle dazzle, wiggle waggle, with just a wink, let's make them troopers sink".
Light began to sparkle from Madam Razz's fingers and the troopers sank into the sand, until they were waist deep.
"Good work, Madam, that is the first time I have seen a spell work on your first attempt", said Broom.
"I guess I am starting to reach my peak", said Madam.
"Yeah, four hundred years should be enough practice for you", said Broom.
Micah got up and dusted himself off. "Thanks, Madam. I didn't know how long I would have to keep dodging their shots", he said.
"Anything for you, handsome", said Madam, smiling at Micah.
Micah blushed and then headed toward the patch of orchids.
Micah was about to pull out one of the orchids when he was suddenly hit with something that stunned him. He fell to the ground.
"Oh deary my, Micah!" cried Madam Razz.
"Don't think you can get away so fast", said a voice.
Madam Razz and Broom turned around and saw a group of Horde troopers standing around them, aiming their weapons at them.
"Surrender, old hag, or suffer the consequences", said one of the troopers.
"Old hag, why you piece of rusted tin", said Madam Razz, he fists squeezed tightly.
"Leave them alone", cried a voice.
Queen Angella landed behind the troopers. They turned around and fired at her, but she held out her hands and cloud of light blocked their shots. She then attacked back with a ray of light and blasted all the troopers to pieces. After the troopers were all destroyed, Angella ran over to Micah who was unconscious.
"Oh, Micah, please be alright. I need you", said Angella, as she knelt by his side and held his head in her arms.
Micah seemed unresponsive. Angella leaned down and gently touched her lips to lips to hers, giving him a kiss. He then woke up, and smiled.
"Oh, Micah, I am so glad you're okay", said Angella, smiling.
"I'd be shot again if I knew this would happen", said Micah.
Angella gently hit him in the shoulder with her free hand and said, "You don't need to be shot."
Angella leaned down again and kissed Micah. He kissed her back.
Madam Razz and Broom approached them. "Okay, you two, I think we'd better get that orchid back to Bright Moon. It is almost light outside".
"Yes, let's go", said Angella.
"We can fly this time. It will be much faster", said Madam Razz.
"Yeah, but what about me?" asked Micah.
"Ride on Broom with me", said Madam Razz.
"I have never flown on a broom before. I don't know", said Micah.
"Oh, don't worry. I promise Broom will take it easy and not crash into anything", said Madam Razz.
Angella stood up and help Micah to his feet. Micah turned toward Madam Razz and said, "The flying part was not what scared me".
"Don't worry, Micah. I'll be right behind them and catch you if you should fall", said Angella.
"Well, in that case, let's go", said Micah, giving Angella a mischievous grin.
It was just about dawn when Queen Angella, Micah, Madam Razz, and Broom arrived at Castle Bright Moon. An angry Isabella and Avery greeted them at the door.
Isabella rushed over to Angella and put both her hands on her daughter's shoulders, "Angella, where have you been? We have been so worried about you".
"We have some of our guards out looking for you both", said Avery.
"What were you doing sneaking off with Micah in the middle of the night?" asked Isabella.
"We weren't sneaking off together", said Micah.
"Micah, I trusted you better. What were doing with my daughter?" asked Isabella, as she shot Micah a dirty look.
"Mother, it is not Micah' fault. We went to Whispering Woods where Madam Razz and Broom helped us a find a cure for Hope. Micah was helping me", said Angella.
"Madam Razz, it has been a while since I have seen you", said Isabella, as her anger started to fade and she shook Madam Razz's hand.
"Oh, yes, the last time I saw Angella, she was just a child. She has grown up to be a very lovely young woman", said Madam Razz.
"Yes, that is what I am afraid of", said Isabella, as she turned and glared at Micah.
Avery was lecturing his son as well. "Micah, I was so worried about you. You should have told me where you going. You could have put the queen in danger", he said.
"Father, I didn't know where we were going, but I had to help Angella find a sure for her sister", said Avery.
"You shouldn't have gone and put your life in danger", said Avery.
"Yes, I should have. I care about Angella", said Micah.
"Son, she is the queen of Bright Moon. Don't set yourself up for a heart break", said Avery.
Micah sighed and turned to look at Angella who was getting the same talk from her mother.
"Mother, Micah helped me get the cure for Hope. Please, let us just drop this and give Hope the cure. She is dying for god's sake and all you want to do is lecture me for running off with Micah", said Angella, her voice filled with anger.
"Angella, we will discuss this later. I am glad you found a cure, but please be careful. Avery is a great friend, but I don't know Micah and I don't want to see you get hurt", said Isabella.
"Mother, don't worry about me. I will be fine", said Angella.
That day, Madam Razz used the kitchen in the castle to grind the roots so they could be mixed into a liquid. She then took the glass and went upstairs and into Hope's room, where Isabella, Angella, and Micah were waiting.
"Here it is. It might not taste great, but it will work some miracles for you, deary", said Madam Razz, as she walked over to Hope's bed.
"Will this cure me?" asked Hope, weakly.
"I can't promise you anything, but we won't know until you drink it", said Madam Razz, as she held the glass up to Hope's lips.
Hope took a tiny sip and quickly pulled her head back, making a face.
"I know it is awful, deary, but you must drink the whole glass", said Madam Razz.
Hope took another sip, and then began to drink quickly. She was almost done when she pulled back again and made some gagging noises.
"You're almost done, Princess Hope. After this, you won't have to drink another until tomorrow", said Madam Razz.
"I have to drink this stuff again", said Hope.
"I am afraid so, but it will make you feel better", said Madam Razz.
Hope then took another sip and finished off the glass. She laid her head back down on her pillow.
Madam Razz turned to face Isabella, Angella, and Micah and said, "Let us let her get some sleep. If this stuff works, we'll see a big improvement by tomorrow morning".
"I hope you're right, Madam", said Angella.
"Thank you, Madam Razz", said Isabella.
Angella turned and walked out of the room, with Micah following her. Micah stopped in the hallway, and faced Angella.
"I should be going, Angella, but I will be around to see you again. Please take care", said Micah, as he leaned over and gave her a kiss on the cheek.
Isabella walked out of the room and saw Micah kiss Angella. "Go to your father, Micah. You had him worried sick last night", she said.
"I will Isabella. I'll see you later", said Micah, as he turned and walked down the hall.
Angella watched him walk away and disappear around the corner. She turned around and saw that her mother was staring at her.
"Tell me the truth, Angella. What is really going on between you and Micah?" asked Isabella.
"I don't know, Mother. I don't know how to explain it. Ever since I met him, I felt this strange connection. It is almost as this mystical force is pushing us together", said Angella.
"Micah is a handsome young man. I am sure he has girls all over him. Maybe he is the one, but please be careful. I don't want to see you get hurt", said Isabella.
"Don't worry about me, Mother", said Angella.
"That is my job to worry about you, Angella. You'll understand one day when you become a mother someday yourself", said Isabella.
"Goodnight, Mother. I'll see you tomorrow morning", said Angella, as she turned and walked away.
The next morning, her mother yelling awakened Angella. Fearing something was wrong, she crawled out of bed, and ran down the long hallways of Castle Bright Moon. She ran into Hope's room, where Isabella rushed over to her and gave her a big hug.
"You and Micah did it. Hope's fever has broke, and she is improving fast as we speak", said Isabella.
Angella pulled back and smiled. She looked over her mother's shoulder and saw that Hope was sitting up in her bed, looking much more lively than she had been the past few months.
"Oh, Hope", cried Angella, as she rushed to her sister's bedside and embraced her.
"Thank you, Angella. You and Micah are wonderful", said Hope, holding onto her older sister.
"Angella, I may not have liked the fact you went off into the woods alone with Micah, but you saved your little sister's life and I am grateful for that", said Isabella.
"Micah is a good friend, and he wanted to help. I would do anything for Hope", said Angella, standing up and facing her mother.
Isabella walked over and put one arm around Angella's shoulders and the other on Hope's shoulder. "I love you both so much. I lost your father, and I don't want to lose either of you too", she said.
The next few days, Hope's condition improved, and after about a week of drinking the medicine, she was finally able to walk around. Angella stayed with her sister most of the time. She hadn't seen Micah in a few days and wondered why he hadn't come around. She began to worry. She wondered if her mother's comments had bothered him, and he was afraid to come around.
A party was held at Castle Bright Moon, and Hope was feeling well enough to walk around and socialize with the guests. Isabella was overjoyed at her younger daughter's recovery, but she was worried about Angella, as she noticed the young queen was rather quiet and just looked over one of the balconies overlooking the ballroom. Angella saw Micah was on the dance floor, hanging out with a bunch of young women.
"You have feelings for Micah, don't you?" asked Madam Razz, as she came up from behind.
"I don't know. I thought there was something there, but maybe he was just using me for my title. Why else would a man want me?" asked Queen Angella, looking away from Madam Razz to hide her tears.
"Angella, look at me", said Madam Razz.
Angella turned around and faced Madam Razz.
"What? It is obvious he'd rather be with all those women down there. They all think he is some sort of hero for saving the princess. I thought he saw me for me, not my royal title", said Angella.
"Angella, stop it! I think you should talk to Micah first before you assume the worst. I only met him for a short time, and I did not get the feeling her was using you. I truly believe he really cares for you", said Madam Razz.
Angella turned and looked down at the dance floor. She saw Micah look up and make eye contact with her. He kept staring until one of the women grabbed his arm. Angella sighed and walked past Madam Razz and through a door that headed onto an outside balcony.
"Angella, where are you going?" asked Madam Razz.
"Outside. I need some fresh air to clear my head", said Angella, as she then shut the door behind her.
Angella had only been out on the balcony, looking over the castle grounds, when she heard the door open behind her. She assumed it was Madam Razz and said, "I'll be in when I am ready, Madam".
"I thought you might want some company", said a voice that did not belong to Madam Razz.
Angella turned around and saw Micah standing before her. "Micah!" she exclaimed.
"I was looking all over for you at the party. I wanted to see you all last week, but my father really piled on the training. I guess he knew I'd take off to see you", said Micah.
"You looked like you were having fun out there on the dance floor", said Angella, sarcasm in her voice.
"Those girls. I just walked in, and they think I am some kind of hero for saving your sister. I want to spend this night with you", said Micah.
"I don't know what to think, Micah. I have never felt this way before about anybody. I am a little scared", said Angella, as she put her head down.
Micah walked over and placed his hand under her chin where he lifted her head, her eyes then looking into his own.
"You don't think I am scared. I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life the first time I saw you, but I worried you, queen of Bright Moon would never go for a guard captain's son", said Micah.
"Micah, don't be silly. I felt the same way about you too", said Angella.
Micah and Angella leaned in and touched lips, where they locked lips for a few seconds. Angella pulled away and took both of Micah's hands.
"Come on, we need to get away from everybody", said Angella.
Angella looked over where another balcony was and said to Micah, "I'll help you make it over to that balcony".
Angella climbed onto top if the railing and helped Micah onto it. They both jumped, but Angella had to catch Micah, since he did not quite make it. Angella just soared. She climbed over the railing and helped Micah over.
"Are you alright?" asked Angella.
"I'm fine. You just make it so easy", said Micah.
Angella and Micah kissed before she led him through the door, and into her bedroom. Angella held Micah's hand and led him over to the bed where she sat down first. They kissed some more.
Angella took both of hands and placed them on Micah's head. She pulled back and asked, "Micah, are you okay? You're shaking".
"I'm alright. I'll be fine", said Micah, as he started to kiss the nape of her neck.
Angella took her arms and wrapped them around Micah's shoulders. She lay down and pulled Micah down with her. He took his hands and placed them around her waist, gently sliding them upward. The door to the hallway suddenly opening interrupted the mood. Angella heard her mother's voice call out, "Angella, are you in here?"
Isabella walked in the room and saw Micah on top of Angella. "Oh, my god!" she shrieked.
"Mother!" cried Angella, as Micah quickly got off her and stood up.
Isabella glared and Micah and said, "Micah, I think you had better leave".
"I will, Isabella", said Micah, as he leaned down and gave Angella a quick kiss before he rushed out the door.
Angella was angry as she stood up and confronted her mother. "Mother, how could you treat Micah that way?" she asked.
"Angella, you are the queen of Bright Moon, and I will not have you behaving this way", said Isabella.
"Mother, nothing happened", said Angella.
"Something would have happened if I hadn't of walked in", said Isabella.
"What is something did happen? What could you do about it? I love Micah, and he loves me. I am an adult and I can make my own decisions. I am also the queen of this kingdom, and I can be with whoever I chose", cried Angella.
Isabella slapped Angella across the face and cried, "How dare you talk to me like that? You may be the queen, but I am still your mother.
Angella was too shocked to even talk, as she held her face where he mother had slapped her. "Mother, how could you do that?" she asked.
"I am so sorry, Angella. I should not have done that. I was a little angry, that's all", said Isabella.
"Mother, why don't you like me being with Micah? He is the best thing that has happened to me since Father died. I love him so much, and I want to be with him", said Angella.
"Oh, Angella, I do like Micah. I just think you are too young, and I don't want to lose my little girl", said Isabella, as she touched Angella on the cheek.
"I am almost twenty years old. I have been forced to grow up fast since becoming the queen of Bright Moon. With Micah by my side, I feel so much at ease. I need him", said Angella.
"Angella, nobody should depend on anybody else", said Isabella.
"I don't rely on Micah, but everybody needs to be loved. When I first laid eyes on him, I knew he was the one I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. Please, accept this. I need your blessing", said Angella.
"Angella, I want you to be happy, and if Micah makes you happy, then of course you have my blessing. Go. Be with him. He is a good man, and you would be a fool to let him go", said Isabella.
Angella smiled, hugged her mother, and said, "Thank you, Mother. I love you, and I promise I will never let you down."
"You haven't let me down yet, Angella. Now go find your man", said Isabella.
Angella smiled and walked outside onto the balcony. She looked out over the castle grounds and then spread her wings and took off into the night sky.
Micah was sitting quietly by himself by the small lake just outside of the castle. He looked up at the three Etherian moons and then put his head down in his hands.
"You sure look like you could use a friend", said a familiar voice behind him.
Micah turned around and saw Queen Angella standing before him. He quickly stood up and ran to her. He embraced Angella, and they kissed passionately under the moonlight sky.
Micah then pulled away and looked into Angella's eyes. "What about your mother?" he asked.
"Mother has to accept us and she will. Nothing can keep me from you. I promise", said Angella.
"I love you, my queen", said Micah.
"I love you too, Micah. I want you to marry me", said Angella, smiling.
Micah seemed a little surprised and asked, "What? Marry you?"
"Micah, please say yes. I want you to be my king", said Angella.
Micah took his hands and placed them on either side of Angella's face. He looked into her eyes and said, "Yes, Queen Angella, I will marry you. Not to be king, but because I want to be with you."
"I want only one man to be my king, and I want him to you", said Angella.
Micah and Angella again touched lips and kissed. After spending some quality time alone outside, they decided they should head back into the castle and enjoy the rest of the party. Angella took Micah by the hand and led him to her throne. She stood before the guests. Isabella walked over to Angella.
Isabella looked at Micah and then hugged him. "Oh, Micah, I am sorry I treated you the way I did. Take care of my daughter for me", she said.
"I will, Isabella. I promise", said Micah, smiling.
Angella looked at the guests and said, in her deep regal voice, "Ladies and Gentlemen, as queen of this kingdom, I have some very important news to share".
Angella then turned to her mother, who nodded her head in approval. Angella then announced, "Micah and I are going to be married".
The guests all cheered. Avery approached the throne, and hugged his son, Micah.
"Congratulations, Micah. I always wanted to have Angella be my daughter in law", said Avery.
Madam Razz and Broom walked up to Queen Angella and Micah. Madam took Angella's hands into her own and said, "I am so happy for you, deary. I had a feeling this was going to happen".
Angella and Micah wasted no time making preparations preparing for the wedding. They had a small, but elegant wedding at Castle Bright Moon, one month after they became engaged. Isabella stood proudly next to her daughter and son in law. Madam Razz and Broom just cried on each other's shoulders. Angella and Micah were both so nervous, and just wanted to get the ceremony over with. It wasn't until the reception, that they both loosened up and started to have fun. They spent most of their time on the dance floor, enjoying the company of being in each other's arms.
Angella laid her head on Micah's shoulder and said him, "How are you feeling, King Micah?"
"King Micah. It is going to take a while for me to get used to that. I am feeling great. I just can't wait for tonight", said Micah, as he cracked a devilish smile at Angella.
"Neither can I. I'll show you how it feels to be king", Angella said, as she smiled back at him.
Queen Angella and King Micah both stood by each other, helping the people of Bright Moon, and enjoying the married life. They were so in love. Micah helped gather and train some of the best warriors in Bright Moon and in other areas of Etheria, to insure they had a good defense, in case the Horde should ever try to attack. The Horde was still not much of a threat, and Angella and Micah felt Bright Moon was one of the safest communities on Etheria. Micah did venture out to help fight, which worried Angella, but he always returned. He was confident that Etheria had the upper hand, and the Horde would just give up and go back to Horde World, where they came from.
On their second anniversary, Angella and Micah were still going strong. Madam Razz came over and volunteered to cook them dinner. Madam Razz and Broom set up a table outside on one the larger balconies. At dinner, they talked about how life was wonderful in Bright Moon, and they felt their kingdom was one of the few to one day conquer the Horde. After dinner, Micah volunteered to help clean up. Madam Razz tried to stop him, telling him it was his anniversary and he shouldn't have to do any work, but Angella her aside. Broom and Micah went inside to clean. Angella walked over to the railing and look out over the gardens that surrounded the castle. Madam Razz walked up next to her knowing the queen must have kept from going inside to talk to her.
"What is on your mind, Queen Angella?" asked Madam Razz.
"Micah and I want to have a child. We have been trying to a year, and still nothing. I am worried we might not be able to have children for some reason. I want a baby so bad", said Angella.
"Oh, deary my, have you checked with the royal physician at all?" asked Madam Razz.
"Yes, and she says we are both perfectly healthy and nothing is wrong. What if it is not meant to be? I want so much to one day hold my own child in my arms. Micah want to be a father, and I want to give him a child", said Angella, with tears in her eyes.
"Be patient, my dear. When the time is right, it will happen. I have never been a mother myself, but most couples I have known over the years did not really try. Don't try so hard. You'll have a child one day, and I'll come over and baby-sit once in a while", said Madam Razz.
"I hope you are right, Madam. I'll also remember that offer", said Angella.
"I love children, and what better parents can a child have than you and Micah", said Madam Razz.
"I'm sorry, Madam. I didn't mean to burden you with my problems", said Angella.
"Oh, don't worry about it, Angella. If you ever need somebody to talk to, you can always come to me", said Madam Razz, as she patted Angella on the shoulder.
Angella finally turned around away from the railing and faced Madam Razz. "Thanks, Madam, you have been a dear friend. I feel better all ready", she said.
"Anytime, deary", said Madam Razz.