Hey there! I know this took a long time to come out. I was busy helping and planning with my friend to create a remake of The Hunger Games. We were thinking would happen if our class was in the hunger games. It's an entire different plot from The Hunger Games with comedy and action. NO ROMANCE! My class didn't want to have any romance. So to make it up to you I will make this one a LOT longer. Hope you guys like it! Also,
DISCLAIMER: I do not OWN Little Mermaid or Treasure Planet! I do own a little snob named Ashley Danford.
Chapter 2: Ball Time
Jim's P.O.V.
I finally made it home without any more fan-girls chasing me. I had intended to drop Melody off after our dat- I mean meeting, but the girls surrounded us and she stormed off. "Mom, I'm home!" Sarah popped her head out from the kitchen and smiled. "Would you please get the mail for me?" she asked. I simply nodded my head and slipped open the door and retrieved the mail. There was a neat, cream envelope that was sealed shut with wax that had the royal family's emblem in it. Melody was the princess, and I was the founder of Treasure Planet. We both went to a school where people had to be rich or famous. In this case, Melody and I fit into the category of both. I ripped the envelope open and peered inside. Inside there was a letter and two cards. I opened the letter, it said;
Dear and Mister. Hawkins,
The King and Queen would be delighted if you would attend the Royal Ball on Saturday, April 24th to celebrate Princess Melody's 16th birthday. You are expected to dress formally and behave as needed in a royal event. The ball starts at 5:00 pm. Please return the letter with signatures if you wish to come. Letters must be in by April 10th. The cards that come with this letter are ID's for you to enter. Simply hand your card to the usher and you shall be granted access.
Thank You,
The Royal Family
Underneath scribbled in delicate handwriting was Melody's handwriting. I knew she would have snuck something in.
P.S Don't be late or I might promise all my dances to some visiting Prince Charming from a foreign country. ;)
I chuckled at the last part. Melody was teasing me through the letter, or that's what it seems to the ordinary human. But Melody and I had a strange way of communicating, I knew the true meaning of the words, Come before a prince decides to propose to her. I quickly showed the letter to my mom and we both signed it and I brought it outside. After sending them I locked myself in my room. Trying to get my mind off of the fact that MY Melody could be taken away from me, well not my Melody but you know what I mean. I stuck my ear plugs into my ears and changed the song to "Skrillex Weekends". I had recently become attached to Skrillex thanks to Melody. She had made me buy the song and many more. Melody really changed my life when I first met her. I still remember how we met.
FLASHBACK (6 years ago)
I was being chased by some palace guards for hiding inside the palace walls. Me and a couple of friends were playing hide and seek EXTREME! You had to try to hide forever. The palace seemed like the perfect place to hide. Until the guards caught me behind a bush, I decided that bursting into the palace would be the perfect thing to do. However I didn't realize that there were even MORE guards inside. Bolting down the marble hallways, I didn't notice the figure up ahead until I crashed into her. We both tumbled to the floor; I glanced up to see her clearly. She had shoulder length ebony hair tied back in a tight ponytail. She had greenish –bluish eyes that hypnotized me, she was beautiful. Mumbling a 'sorry' I was about to make a dash for the door when the guards caught me. Struggling, I tried to wiggle free but it was useless. They were about to lead me away when a melodic voice stopped the guards in their tracks. "Wait! What are you doing to this boy? He's done nothing wrong!" She defended. I stared at this girl, I had barged into the castle, knocked her over and she was defending me? "Sorry Princess Melody, but he was caught inside the castle walls without permission and knocked you over. The King shall deal with him." The guard said in a monotone voice. Melody sighed and stepped forward. "There will be no need for that; I will take care of him. You have the rest of the day off." Melody ordered. The guards were about to protest, but she fixed them with a menacing glare. The two guards were gone before I could blink. I was in the presence of the heir to the throne. Awkward silence filled the room, suddenly her melodic voice spoke, "Would you like to explain yourself?" Melody asked. I shook my head. I heard her sigh. "My name is Melody, what's yours?" "Name's Jim." I replied easily. Maybe talking to royalty won't be so hard.
End of Flashback
(A/N I've decided to take a short intermission, to announce a few things. 1. I am now going to use this font for all of my author notes. 2. I am going to skip until we make it to the date of the ball. Continue with caution! )
Melody's P.O.V
I stood near the door way greeting people. So far I hadn't seen Jim or his mother. Hell I haven't seen Morph! I let out a sigh; I was hoping Jim would see me in this new dress. It was a light blue dress that clung to my hips than flowed down freely like a river. The dress was strapless and was entirely made from silk. Mother had insisted I have my hair pinned up in a sturdy neat bun. I truly felt beautiful for once. I was never as gorgeous as my mother; she had long vibrant red hair and clear blue eyes. The only thing we had in common was our fair skin. "I didn't know they invited garbage here?" A squeaky voice taunted. I snapped my head upwards and glared at Ashley. "It's my party and I don't remember inviting trolls." I hissed back. I was not backing down, it was MY party, and she already annoys me like HECK! And she's still insisting that Jim and she have a chance. Brushing back a strand of hair, I tried my best to smile at her but I'm probably sure it turned out as a scowl. "Where's Jim dear? Did you not invite my darling just to urk me?" She accused. I sighed, it would take a while for her to realize, but surly she would realize she didn't have a chance. "I did invite JIM and his not YOURS. He's a human being, I'm pretty sure he gets to choose." I snarled. "I'm pretty sure too." A deep voice added. I swirled around to see Jim in a… SUIT! Trying my best not to laugh, but it was very tempting. His suit didn't look bad, it was a cream colour with gold outlining it. I saw a badge that was probably Morph. His hair was tied back and maybe he gelled it. I bursted out laughing, which made him turn as red as a tomato. Ashley shot me a glare and ran to his side. She instantly hugged him and he didn't resist, that's what made me stop laughing. I could have sworn my heart had cracked. It was hurtful to watch so I turned around and continued to greet people.
Ashley's P.O.V
YES! I finally got to hug Jim and he didn't resist! That will teach that Melody that Jim is MINE! All mine. Smiling, I led Jim in to the ball room and asked if he wanted to dance. I saw him glance behind him watching to see if someone would come. Seeing no one he turned back and nodded. My heart started beating rapidly. He… and… I was… going to… dance… TOGETHER! YES! FINALLY! I WAS GONNA DANCE WITH HIM! IN YOUR FACE! I spun around giggling to myself. Tripping on my own feet, I felt myself tumbling. My back hit the table holing the punch bowl causing the table to fall. Rubbing my back side, I didn't notice the table falling until my head had contacted with the glass bowl. The bowl shattered and I could feel blood trickling down the side of my face. Turning around, I tripped over the remains of the glass cutting my toes and falling face forward into a bronze plate probably breaking my nose. Letting out a groan, I watched as my vision became blurry and tunneled. The last thing I saw was Jim walking away.
Jim's P.O.V
I watched as Ashley tripped and broke her nose. I had to bite down on my lower lip to prevent ne from laughing. She looked so stupid. Not caring any more, I walked away and more to the side lines. I really didn't want to attract attention. Now to find Melody.
(A/N) Well that was interesting. I'm not very good at writing scenes like that. It was aorta funny. Well, BACK TO THE STORY!
Melody's P.O.V
I was finally done greeting guests. I didn't feel like searching for Jim or waiting around for a Prince Charming to come and propose to me. Retiring to my bedroom, I quickly changed. Pulling all the pins out of my hair and now wearing a night gown, I belly flopped onto my bed. I tried desperately to not think about Jim, but it wasn't working. Before I slipped off into the darkness, I saw a figure step out from behind my closet.
End of Chapter 2
Who's in Melody's room? Are they a stalker? Will Ashley wake up? Will she hunt for Jim? Will Jim find Melody? Find out in Chapter 3 of Only With You!
