T-Rated

Summary:

"I think I'm afraid to be happy, because whenever I do get too happy, something bad always happens."

The night was soundless, the cold air brushed harshly towards my skin. My bruised up body ached, bitterly, as I crawled to a corner wishing for death to fall upon me. Though, I still prayed for someone to save and end the death hole I'm living in.

"If you ask me how much I love you, I won't say anything. I'll just take your hand, fill the gaps between your fingers and hold on to you until all your doubts are gone."

The moon felt beautiful and refreshing. The warm air surrounded me, as I stared up to the moon, stars shine brightly down toward the ground. I have always lived my life in royalty, having woman seeking for my attention. Though, there hasn't been none that have caught my eye.

Chapter 1

Harsh screams filled my ears, as I cover them. "Worthless slave! We need more than just this junk! Go back to the market and get everything!"

"But I-"

"I don't care how much stuff, you're going to carry! Go already rat!"

And with that, I squealed, taking some money and running out the average prison… I mean house. I sigh in relief, slowly walking to the market.

My bare feet tap the cold, cement ground, scraping against my skin. I turned on a corner, that lead me to the market up ahead. Every step I took, screams and cheers ringed in my ears. I kept walking down the alley, leading me to all the commotion.

In front of me, was a crowd of people, cheering and screaming. Some even throwing rose petals around. I stood, not understanding the commotion that the people brought on. My indigo eyes scanned throughout the crowd, finally finding what seemed so, interesting.

There was white carriage, probably the kings. White, majestic horses pulled the white carriage, as a man dressed in a tight suit, whacked the horses with whips, for them to keep the pace. A young man, with golden blonde hair, with brown colored eyes and a handsome frame. The young man waved at everyone, soon locking eyes with mine.

He stop waving at people, looking directly at me. My emotionless eyes gazed into his curious ones. The cheers around us seemed unending, as they faded away. Everything slowed down, as those eyes we're still on me. After a couple seconds, someone bumped into me, bringing me back into reality. I blink twice, turning on my heel, quickly walking away. As if such gazing, never happened in the first place. There was no chance, that someone from royalty will look at a peasant, like me. My heart twinged slightly, but didn't think much of it, as I approached the market, asking for the necessity that my owner asked for. When clearly everything that the owner needed was crap and unnecessary.

Hours pass by quickly, as I finally got the unnecessary supplies and made my way back to what you call home. I twist the knob, entering the house, only to be yelled at again.

"What took you so long?!" She yelled in frustration.

"The market was packed and it was hard to get the necessities," I responded truthfully.

"Ha! As if you scum. Give me this," she yelled sharply, snatching the items out of my hands. "Leave my presence!" I nodded, obeying her command, as I quickly ran to the basement, locking myself in. I panted, leaning against the poor wooden wall. My hand wrapped itself around the crescent, emerald necklace that hangs around my neck. I mutter a prayer, before collapsing on top of my sturdy bed. My head stirred to the right, observing my so-called room. The walls that surrounded me, were abolished. The ceiling above, seemed to be caving in and the floor was rusted, yet this is my room. I have no recollection of my past but the only thing that I have is this necklace that's fasten against my neck. I've always treasured it dearly, as if I'm clinging to life.

My mind suddenly clicked to the noble. His eyes seem to have an affect on me, his brown eyes were pure and filled with wonder, unlike my own broken ones. As you would expect from royalty, to have alluring eyes. Nothing can compare to such amazing orbs.

My eyes trailed to the window, the moonlight beaming into my room. I slowly sat up, my hands intertwining together as I pray.

"Dear god, I pray that one day I can escape this place called home. I do not wish to stay here any longer. You might not understand the pain, but I have the deepest scars to prove it. Give me the chance to be free… that's all I ask for. Amen," I whispered, soon hearing a huge bang at the door. I flinch, quickly opening the door, to reveal my slave owner with a whip in her hands.

"You did it again, you rat. You've dirty one of my valuable property." She bursted. Her hands swiftly came around my face, frightened with the thought of my punishment. I trembled in fear as I received the first strike. She slapped, kicked, and whipped me. I cried in pain, tears streaming down from my indigo orbs. She chucked my long black hair, causing me to yelp. She tormented and screeched at me. I only prayed for the nightmare to end.

The tormenting hours passed, as she spit on me, before leaving me on the floor.

"Teaches you not to dirty my valuable property!" She screeched before slamming the door shut. Hot tears gushed out of my eyes, as I weakly got up, scanning the area. I limped towards the window, one of my bloody hands unlatching the window. I crawled out through the window, getting back up and quickly limping somewhere else, hopefully, somewhere safe.

I passed through tree after tree and found myself in the deep forest. I use the trees and rocks around me as guides, hoping I can get away from my village. Suddenly, I tripped, causing me to roll down. I screamed in pain, while branches jab through my skin. I weakly get up, hoping for the best. No. There is no such thing as happiness and I will never obtain it… will I?

Soon, I reached a river. I limped to the side, quickly cleaning my face with the refreshing water. My eyelids started to get heavy as I collapsed on the ground clenching on my necklace for dear life, and soon I fell into darkness.