I'm back! I'm glad you guys are liking the story so far! I'm really trying my best to keep everyone in character. Here, we meet back with Nathaniel, who isn't too sure if he has gotten over Narissa. Aw…poor guy.

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On with the show!

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Chapter 2

Into The Manhole

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"Oh good Lord, these parcels are heavy!"

A tired Nathaniel climbed up the mountain of steps that lead to his roomy apartment. He had had a busy day, and he just arrived back from grocery shopping. Once he reached the top of the steps, he fumbled with trying to get the keys out of his pocket. He had success, and put them into the keyhole, allowing him to put his groceries on the counter and to plop himself onto the couch.

He let himself relax a bit, and grabbed a book off from the coffee table. He then reached for his reading glasses and tried his best to read, but for some reason, his mind just wouldn't concentrate.

Almost a year ago, Nathaniel was a resident of Andalasia and Queen Narissa's right hand man. He did have to admit, he was glad she was gone, but he just couldn't get her out of his mind. He had a bit of a crush on her, and thought they were in love, but later realized that Narissa was using his love for her to do her biding.

Now, with her gone, he was a successful writer, writing the book entitled, "My Royal Pain Vanquishing The Evil Queen Within". Everyone loved it, and he was becoming noticed. People would stop him to sign their books. Women have been smiling at them, but not because of him, but because he is famous…has money…power…

Nathaniel sighed to himself, giving up trying to read the newspaper. He didn't believe he would ever find the right woman to be with…he already had a bad experience with one, who's to say it could happen again?

He reached for the remote control and turned on the television and began flipping channels. He stopped at one channel; a soap opera called "Realizing My Mistakes" was on, which was the same soap opera he saw that made him question his relationship with Narissa. The woman on the screen, Angela, was wrapping her arms around the man, Jerry, who tried his best to push her away.

"Wow Jerry," she purred, "I didn't realize how much confidence you had. And your so strong and handsome…you're much better then Ogden. I was blind…it's you that I want.

Jerry pushed Angela away, "You had you're chance and you missed it. You never loved me…you only used me. Besides, I have a new love in my life…"

Nathaniel cocked an eyebrow. How many twists can a soap opera have?

"Not that clumsy Kristin?" she asked in awe.

"She's better than you'll ever be…it took my a while, but now I know I'm better than you…and I always will be."

Nathaniel shut the TV off. He got up from the couch and walked over to his window, which lead to a balcony. He sighed to himself.

"I have gained more self-esteem since a year ago," he said to himself, "but I'm still not sure if I like myself…not just yet…"

Suddenly, two blue birds flew into Nathaniel's face, causing him to scream frantically in surprise. He ran back into his apartment, but they followed, trying to give them the envelope that they carried. Giving up, the birds just dropped the envelope onto the floor and flew off before Nathaniel caught them. He closed the window and leaned against it, tired and sweaty.

"Stupid creatures," he said to himself, "they'll be the death of me."

He fixed himself a bit, but then he noticed the envelope the birds left on the floor. Curious of its contents, he picked it up and opened with much caution. He took out the letter and read it to himself.

Dear Nathaniel,

Hello there old friend! Miss me? Wait no…of course you miss me! It's been almost a year since we were last together; I'm surprised you haven't returned to Andalasia yet. Anyways, I have wonderful news. Nancy and are expecting a child! And I'm absolutely sure it will be in my spitting image. We are having a party and we want you to come! I will not take no for an answer!

You could stay with us in the castle, and you and I could go out and have fun like we used to! Come tomorrow with your bags and meet us here. Giselle and Robert should be coming along as well.

Knowing you're dying to see me again,

King Edward of Andalasia

Nathaniel couldn't help but roll his eyes. Still full of himself, isn't he?

Still, he couldn't help but consider his invitation. He didn't know why he would want to go back…I mean, going there would bring back so many bad memories…

But it is Nancy and Edward…even if Edward is a bit of an idiot, he's still a friend that he hasn't seen in a while…They're having a child and he hasn't said anything to them!

Nathaniel sighed. "Alright, I'll go, but as soon as the party's over I'm out."

He put the letter down and went into his bedroom to prepare his suitcase. He took a good look at himself in the mirror and noticed that he was still wearing his locket. He opened it, and the picture of Narissa was still there. He closed it, and rather than put it away, he left it around his neck.

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"A vacation? How long will you be out?"

Robert was currently at his firm, trying to tell his secretary Sam that he was leaving. She looked frantic, as if she didn't know what to do if he left.

"About a week," he responded.

"A week?" she asked incredulously, "what am I supposed to do for a week?"

"I already asked the boss and he has some things for you to do…so you're paycheck won't get affected," he said with a smile. She sighed, as if the stress had been immediately taken off her.

"I'll be back soon, I promise."

Sam looked at him strangely. "You hardly ever take vacations. Why now?"

Robert smiled and took out his wallet. He showed Sam a picture of him with Giselle and Morgan, smiling and laughing.

"I need to spend more time with my family," he responded. "Besides, a week away from work sounds nice to me."

Sam nodded. "You can say that again. But really enjoy yourself, okay Robert.?"

"I will," and with that, he hugged her and left. Sam smiled and then walked over to the fishbowl and began to feed the fish.

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The Next Day…

"Oh, we must hurry!"

Giselle ran down the streets of New York with a bag in one hand and Morgan's hand in the other. Robert tried his best to catch up with hem.

"You guys! Slow down!" he panted.

But they didn't listen. Instead, they went from the sidewalk to the middle of the street, heading towards a manhole. Robert finally caught up with them as they stopped before it.

"Um…honey?" he asked Giselle as he watched her remove the top off of the manhole, "What re you doing?"

"Taking the top off so that we can go to Andalasia," she said simply. Robert's eyes widened.

"You came out of here?" he asked.

"Of course!" she said with a smile.

"Cool!" replied Morgan, "Is it really pretty?"

"Oh yes, it is," responded Giselle. She looked up at Robert. "Just trust me…I know what I'm doing…"

Before he could say anything, another figure had arrived. Giselle looked up and gasped. She ran over to the figure and hugged him tightly.

"Nathaniel!" she said with a smile, "Oh it's so wonderful to see you again!"

"You too Miss" he said, having trouble breathing. She let go and cocked an eyebrow at him.

"You needn't be so formal Nathaniel, call me Giselle!"

He smiled weakly at her. He then gave Morgan and Robert a small wave, which they returned. Even though they were friends, he still felt uncomfterable around them after all he did to them.

"You're coming too?" she asked as she noticed his bag. He nodded slowly and she giggled, "Wonderful! Now, we mustn't delay!"

She opened up the manhole and Robert looked around, noticing that they were blocking traffic. People yelled nasty comments at the and he hunched his shoulders, embarrassed Once the man hole was open, Nathaniel was first to jump in. Giselle took Morgan's hand and prepared to jump.

"Come along Robert! Nancy and Edward are waiting!" she yelled before she and Morgan dropped into the hole.

Robert sighed and took one good look at New York. The yelling inhabitants, the screeching of cards, the gray smoke erupting from cars…

Was he really going to miss it? Maybe Andalasia is ten times better that this…even if it is in a sewer, he thought.

He prepared to jump, but not before he heard a driver yell,

"Are you crazy?"

Robert couldn't help but smile and shrug at the driver. "Maybe."

And with that, he jumped into the hole.

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Oooh…I hope you guys liked the chapter1 The next chapter will take place in Andalasia! How exciting is that? Soon, I will post Disney versions of Robert and Morgan on my homepage, along with other Enchanted fan arts. If you check out my page now, you can get a sneak peak at one of the new characters.Oh yeah, and the soap opera thing foreshadows an event to come, plus I gave the name "Kristin" as homage to Kristin Chennowith, who will be playing Rapunzel in Disney's next movie.

Thanks for reading!

Love,

Kim

(aka Midnightmoon14)