Highschool really sucks. Especially when you happen to miss or turn in the wrong assignment.
"Oh hey!" A blunette called as she ran up to a strange little critter on the ground. She scooped up the black fur ball in her hands. "I wonder what happened to it..." It dug its face further into her hands. "Aw... It must be cold and lonely out here. Why don't I take you in?" The blunette held him close to her body. "I wonder what I should call you..."
"Boomo..." Rein mumbled as she woke up. At that thought, she bolted awake. "Boomo?!"
"Ok!" Boomo almost immediately replied. "Ok."
"Thank the heavens." She wanted to pull him into a hug, but it was then that she realized her hands were tied. "What?"
"Well that was a touching scene." A voice replied from behind her. She quickly turned around, just now noticing the hooded figure in the chair. "It's been four hours since you collapsed."
"What do you want?" She replied harshly.
The figure put his hands up, and pulled down his hood, revealing a boy with brown hair and mauve eyes. "Is that a way to talk to your savior?" Rein wriggled around in her spot.
"What do you mean 'savior?'" She said as she showed off her tied hands. The boy shrugged and brought a tray over to her. On it was fresh bread and clean water, something Rein hadn't eaten in a long time. She eyed it suspiciously. "I didn't drug it or anything. Look, depending on how this goes, you might not end up on the black market." Rein was still skeptical. Once again, the boy shrugged and grabbed the loaf of bread and water. "Here." He said as he took a bite and sip.
"Ah! Don't eat it all!" Rein replied.
"Oooh. So you do want it." Rein frowned, but before she could reply, he shoved the bread in her mouth. "I can't untie you so you'll just have to deal with this." Boomo made a quick move, attempting to bite the figure. "Not again you rat. I learned my lesson the first time." He glared at it, and Boomo glared back.
For the next couple minutes, Rein ate in silence, and the strange figure watched. When she was about done with the bread did he break the silence. "What is that thing anyways?" He pointed at Boomo who growled at him in return.
"My only family left." Was all she said. He watched as Boomo brought the cup of water to Rein's mouth. She finished it within three gulps. "Thanks."
"Now that you're done, I think it's time to get down to business." Rein sat up and crossed her legs. "My name is Fango."
"Rein."
"Ok, Rein. Do you know why I brought you hear?" Rein glared at him. "You do realize that if you fit the part, you may not be dumped on the streets again."
"I'm listening..." Rein replied. Fango smiled.
"Good, good. Ok, at some point today, the leader will be dropping by. You'll get asked a few questions. If you do well, there will be a great reward. I believe you get the gist of it if you don't." Rein slowly nodded. "Just make sure to make a good first impression. I'm gonna go prepare some things. Just wait here." Another nod. Fango was almost out the door, until he added, "Also, don't think of trying to escape. Especially if you want these back." He showed Rein a pair of earrings. One blue and one red, an image of a blazing sun imprinted on them.
"That...!" Rein's face paled.
"Ah, I was right in thinking it was important. If you want it back, you better do well during your interview!" He waved goodbye before exiting the room. She heard a click on the door and soon fell back on the floor. Boomo immediately went to undo the ropes.
"Thanks Boomo..." Rein said. She brought her hand up to her ear again. They really were gone. She stared at the ground as she thought about the past again.
"Always wear them, ok?"
Rein sighed as she sat against the wall, burying her head in her knees. Boomo gave her a comforting nudge. She just absently pet him on the head.
It felt like ages before Fango had returned. He never commented about the ropes, but he quickly lead her out the door. Though no one really showed themselves, Rein could see and feel the stares of many people. She even caught glances of small children peeking around the corner. What is this place?
Fango lead her to another empty room, this time with a chair and table. She took her seat, and soon after another boy came in and took the seat across from her. Rein already noticed something was strange about him. He carried himself in a high manner. An arrogant manner.
There was complete silence as the boy seemed to look over her. "Is she really the one?"
"Yeah. The one who stopped those guys a the bar." Fango stated.
"Didn't she end up taking the bottle anyways?" His eyes were blue and cold, much like the night.
"I returned it in the end, what does it matter?" There was a moment of silence before he actually turned back to Rein.
"State your name."
"Rein. Just Rein." She figured it'd be better to reply than just shiver and shrink away. She's dealt with people like him, so she knows best what they want to hear.
"Age."
"16."
"Place of birth."
Rein hesitated for a split second. "Moon Kingdom." She was sure he noticed. She glanced at Fango, who was standing next to the exit. Guess there really was no escaping. She debated whether or not to take him hostage, but figured that Fango had something hidden under his coat. She cursed to herself.
"Really?" He questioned. Rein kept her eyes locked with his. Looking away was an obvious give away. "Any friends or family?"
"None." Her mind thought of her family for a split second. "Just Boomo."
"Boomo?"
"You know. That rat thing I told you about?" Fango jumped in. On cue, Boomo climbed out of Rein's shirt and glared at him. The boy in front of her stared in awe.
"To think you would have had one of these..." Rein quickly shoved Boomo back into her dress, getting slightly irritated.
"Ok, I told you everything you need to now. Give me some info now!" Rein replied. "Who are you? What am I doing here?"
He stared at her. Rein was unable to read anything from his eyes. "I don't know what gives you the impression that questioning is over." Rein narrowed her eyes. "I can't let you take the job if you aren't completely honest with me. That is an important aspect of this job. Honesty."
"What are you talking about?" Rein said, attempting to brush it off.
"Fango showed me those earrings. You can't get something like that from the Moon Kingdom." His blue eyes seemed to burn into her. "Where did you get them from?" Rein sat in silence.
"I stole them. From some tourists." She finally said. She knew it was an obvious lie, but it was the only thing going for.
"A red and blue one? Why not the matching colors?"
"Do you really need to know that?" Rein hissed. That seemed to silence him for a moment. "Look, why do you need to know these things? Honesty or not, I don't have any obligation to tell you about my life story." He sat back in his chair, seemingly impressed by her response.
"I do so hope you cooperate." He finally said after a moment of silence. "Leaving is no longer an option."
He began to get up, but Rein made sure to ask him one question. "I won't agree unless you tell me who you are." He adjusted his coat and began to walk out.
"Shade Nebulas. Prince of the Moon Kingdom. You will address me as such." Rein froze in her seat. He walked up to Fango, and grabbed his shoulder. "Don't take your eyes off her." Fango sighed, but nodded.
"Come on. We're going." Fango declared once Shade left the room. "Congratulations. You're the first one to pass the interview." Rein violently grabbed his arm.
"What does the prince of the Moon Kingdom want with someone like me?!" Rein hissed at him. He shrugged.
"You'll learn once you get there. There's a reason why you're not allowed to back out. Now that you know he is, your fate is sealed." Her grip on his arm loosened and he lightly shoved her forward. Boomo finally popped his head out again, confused.
"Rein?" He asked. "Ok?" She didn't reply. There was only one thought going through her head.
What in the world had she gotten herself in to?
Wow I never realized how many people liked this story. Is it because I actually wrote one with princesses and princes for once? Well whatever the case, I'm so happy you guys enjoy it!
