My thoughts are all over the place. Still, even though I'm having a mental debate, I put on a fake smile as I socialize with people I've watched all my life. They smile back and talk in a civil manner but I know that deep inside, they all have a pitch black heart. No one is to be trusted. Especially not her. I throw a glance her way for the umpteenth time this evening. The same purple haired man from when we first met still accompanied her. She gives him a small smile and a slight smile, acting interested with his tales, but I can see by the quick glances she send to the people that she wanted someone to rescue her from the man. I was trained to pick up small details as this. It's not that I was intently watching her or anything. I turn to answer the woman in front of me but before I did, I spied the purple haired man inching his hands to caress the princess's thighs. With a quick excuse to the woman, I swiftly make my way to the pair.
"Excuse me, Hime." I say as I cut in between the two, effectively stopping the man's advances by grabbing his hand and crushing it in a tight grip.
'This is just to impress the princess. Not that I care at all that this perverted maniac was attempting to touch her in an inappropriate way.' I assure myself of the thought as I grip his hand tighter until I hear his breath hitch behind me.
I turned my attention back to the princess who had a relieved look on her face.
"Kagamine-kun." She breathed out.
I give an almost involuntary smile back. "I am honored that the princess remembers me."
She chuckles at this and I'm pretty sure it's the most beautiful sound I've ever heard. Wait, what? Focus, Miku! "One would not forget such a striking young man as you, Kagamine Mikuo-san."
I feel the blush that crept up my cheeks. Her light giggles solidified the fact that I am red faced from a single compliment by her.
I hear a gruff, and slightly pained, voice from behind me. "Such a striking young man, yes. But a person who resembles a woman and doesn't have the manners to realize he's interrupting a conversation." The man behind me said. I could feel his glares as he tried to free his hands from my grip. No luck there, though.
I spin around without letting go of his hand to give him a pointed look. "Oh, I suppose I should apologize if I was interrupting a conversation of the princess with a respectable man. But I'm not apologizing, see…" I sneer while gripping his hand ever tighter. "…because you're not a respectable man."
He actually flinches as he looked at me but continues to glare still. "Why you impudent child!" He raises his free hand to smack me.
"Kamui-kun. Please, at least maintain some civility." The princess's voice makes him freeze. I chance a look at her and the ice in her eyes was enough to make me shiver, making me thank whoever's up there that it isn't directed towards me. "You have already disrespected me once with your lewd behavior. I wish you would not destroy this party by creating a scene and dishonoring a man worthy of my praise."
I'm shocked. I never expected the princess to be this… strong-willed. I watch as Kamui cowers in embarrassment and flees the scene, the other party-goers whispering amongst themselves as they watched him walk away.
"I'm sorry about that, Kagamine-kun." The princess apologizes with a small smile.
I raise my hand to stop her. "It's no problem, Hime-sama. In such a grand party like this, we can't help but have unruly guests. It was my only right that I made sure the princess isn't bothered by brutes such as that man."
She raises her head at me with a huge smile. "You never cease to amaze me, Kagamine-kun. I never expected that there would be such a well-mannered prince like you to come to my ball."
I give her a small bow. "I am honored."
"Please, grant me the honor of a dance, Kagamine-kun." She says as she holds out her hand.
I grinned at her as I took her hand in mine. Tingles erupted from where I felt the warmth of her hand and my heart rate picked up. "It would be my honor to dance with the lovely princess. And please, call me by my first name if you wish."
Her eyes light up at my words and she grins back. "That would be lovely, Ka – I mean, Mikuo-kun."
The two positioned themselves in the middle of the crowd and soon enough, the spotlight was on them. To dance in front of them was the beautiful and beloved princess of the kingdom and an unknown but dashingly handsome young prince. The two moved together, hands placed where they should be and a smile on their faces, and they began to dance. Their movements were slow and graceful, and everyone was entranced at the beauty of it all. They captured everyone's attention and the people were in awe.
"You are a very magnificent dancer, Mikuo-kun." Luka whispered in a deep and husky voice.
Miku couldn't help the goosebumps that rose all throughout her body at the princess' tone of voice. "I could say the same to you, Hime-sama. It really is an honor to share this dance with you."
Luka gave Miku a small smile. "Please do return the favor of calling me by my first name as well."
Miku was surprised but didn't let it show in her actions. She still moved fluidly along with the princess at their dance. "I-I'm honored, Hi – I mean, Luka-sama." Miku's heart fluttered as the name fell off her lips.
Luka found herself blushing as she heard her name roll off the tealette's tongue. Her name sounded so beautiful coming from the prince.
Prince? Luka mentally raised a brow at her thoughts. Was the person in front of her really a prince? No, Mikuo-kun carries himself like a prince. He's of royal blood, that's for sure. She glanced at her partner's body. The soft skin that seemed to glow. The silky teal locks that was tied in a ponytail. The curvature of body. The bright red lips. The long eyelashes. The small swell of her chest. What I'm curious about is whether he really is a he.
Soon it became apparent to the two that the time of their dance has ended and they moved away from each other, soft smiles grazing both their lips. The crowed clapped and applauded the two for their wonderful performance. Both of them bowed to the crowd. Once the clapping died down, someone new clapped. Everyone's attention flew to the King, who stood from his throne and clapped at the two, a soft smile in his lips.
Miku looked at him, anger quickly filling her up. He saw those same blue eyes staring at her and she wanted nothing more than to pull them out of their sockets. She bit her lip and tried to calm herself down. She's done well by far and she could not afford to blow it all up because she wasn't able to control her anger.
Luka noticed that something changed with Mikuo. She saw his hands lightly shaking. She grabbed his hand comfortingly, thinking that the young prince was nervous of meeting the King for the first time. Said King slowly walked down the stairs, hands still clapping at the two. Miku quickly felt calm because of the gesture and turned her head slightly to look at the princess. Warm and soft blue eyes stared back at her comfortingly. Miku couldn't help but see the unmistakable resemblance between the King that was approaching her, and the princess that was holding her hand.
Everything suddenly dawned on her again. Her mission. Her revenge. She didn't go to the ball just to associate with the princess. She had a far greater goal than that.
"Who are you young man?" The King said as he approached the two.
Miku tore her eyes off Luka's and turned to acknowledge the man she loathed. She put on a fake smile and bowed low. She could do this. She could make it through this.
"I am Kagamine Mikuo of the Northern Kingdom, Your Majesty." She introduced herself.
Luka, who still held Miku's hand in her own, noticed a small crack in Mikuo's voice as he acknowledged her father's title. She played it off for nervousness and looked up to give her father a small smile.
"Kagamine Mikuo? I was not aware of a third in the Kagamine siblings." The King stated in a confused tone.
Miku let out a light chuckle at this. "Most people consider my brother and sister a single entity as they are twins. People must've thought that there were only two Kagamine heirs because of that."
The King chuckled lightly as well. "That might be it." He gave Miku a huge smile that made her almost want to puke. "Kagamine-san, would you do us all the honor of staying in my kingdom for a while?"
Miku was taken aback by his offer. "I… I would love to, Your Highness. But I fear I may have to inform my dear sister of this before I can say I would stay for sure." This was a chance that was too good to be real and she wanted Rin's opinion of this first.
The King nodded. "Of course. May we expect you to return here tomorrow morning then?" Miku nodded. "Wonderful! Now, let us enjoy my daughter's ball once more." He gestured to the entwined hands of the two. Miku was about to let go of the princess' hand but Luka held it a little bit tighter before she pulled both of them in for another dance.
~x~
People are leaving already and I too took my leave. I walk out of the Kingdom and said my farewell to the people there. Kaito was already waiting for me outside and I quickly jump in the carriage.
Soon enough, we were back and I hopped off.
"Thanks Kaito." I say and lightly punch the blue haired man on the shoulders. He stuck his tongue out at me before laughing.
"You're welcome, Mikuo." He says teasingly. I only shake my head at him and make my way inside. The crowd of Rin's henchmen parted like the red sea as I walk past and I was surprised at their reaction. Since when did these people respect me? I look down on my clothing and see that I am still wearing the royal garbs Rin gave me. What? Did they seriously think I'm a different person?
I reach Rin's room and as I was about to knock, it opened and Len walked out. His eyes widen as he saw me.
"Miku?" He asks in a confused voice.
"Yeah, it's me. Who else did you think it was?" I reply in an irritated tone. It's not like I changed my look that much! "Now get out of the way. I have to talk to Rin."
He moves to the side quickly. I walk in but I could still feel his eyes following me. It pisses me off and I quickly drove my heel into his stomach. He staggers back and clutches his stomach in pain. I glare at him once more before I slam the door.
"What's gotten you so angry, Miku?" I hear Rin ask and I sigh. I turn around to see her sitting on her table. Her hair is in a slight mess and she is buttoning her clothes. I arch a brow at her.
She pauses from buttoning her clothes and glare at me. "Don't." She warns and I shut my mouth. I still chuckle at her. It's common knowledge here that she often sleeps with her brother. Their incestuous relationship is something she never wants to talk about, though.
"So how was it?" She asks as she finished buttoning her clothes.
"Yeah, about that…" I start and she already off the table and pinning me to the wall with a small dagger on my throat.
"Did you mess something up?" She asks in a murderous tone. Her blue eyes burn holes into my skull. Fear fills me as the cold blade touches my skin.
"N-No. I-It went extremely well, really." I manage to say and, like a switch, she drops her hold on me and lets her hand fall to her sides. She has a small sickly sweet smile on her lips as she waits for me to continue speaking.
"I-I met the princess. We danced and the King was so happy with it that he asked me to stay at the kingdom for a while. I said, I would ask you about it first. I don't really know what to do, Rin." I explain and she clicks her tongue.
"You should've said yes immediately. This is great news!" Rin chirps happily.
I catch my breath. Rin still takes me by surprise even after all these years. "Just what am I going to do at the kingdom?"
She holds the dagger near her mouth and licks the blade with a murderous glint in her eyes. "You destroy it from the inside. You know what they say. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer."
I shiver in fear. "W-What do you mean?"
She smiles innocently but her eyes say otherwise. "Earn their trust. Make the people love you. Make the princess love you. Make the King adore you. Then extract your revenge. Get the throne you so rightfully deserve."
I nod. "And if they discover my disguise."
As soon as the final word left my lips, I feel the cold metal brush my ear and I freeze. My heart hammers against my chest as I watch Rin with scared eyes. Her hand is up in the air, poised as though she just threw something. The dagger in her hand is gone and I know it's now on the wall behind me.
She gives me a sly smile as the murderous glint in her eyes is covered up with slight pity. "If they discover your disguise, then it won't only be a small dagger flying at you. It'll be hundreds of swords, arrows, and bullets. You will not make it out of that castle alive."
I audibly gulp. "I'll have to make sure they don't find out then."
~x~
The King sat on his throne, his three most trusted advisors surrounding him.
"The Kagamine Kingdom's current ruler is known as the Daughter of Evil, My Lord." A seemingly young girl with her dark pink hair tied into drills said. She was Kasane Teto, a monk of the Eastern Temples that was really thirty-one years old but looked only fifteen.
"Kagamine Rin-san is a cunning young girl. Who can say that her brother is not like her?" A young woman with long green hair said. Her name is Sonika, the King's wisest concubine. More than her immense beauty, it was her intellect that attracted the King to her.
"Or that Kagamine Mikuo-kun is not like Kagamine Rin's twin, Kagamine Len-kun, who was branded as the Servant of Evil." A teenage girl with purple hair and a dreamy look on her face said. She was Yuzuki Yukari, a magician from the West Kingdom that came to serve the King.
"Kagamine-san seemed like a good person. Luka seemed to think so too and I trust my daughter's opinion on this." The King stated.
The three advisors looked at one another.
"I mean no offense, My Lord." Yukari began. "But Hime-sama might not be too reliable on this matter."
"I agree, Your Majesty. We know how Luka-sama is." Sonika said in agreement with Yukari.
The King only stared at the two of them, and then turned his attention to Teto.
"I trust the princess. Who I do not trust is Kagamine Mikuo-kun." Teto stated. "You can allow him to stay in the kingdom if you want, My King, but I suggest you keep an eye out in case he is like his siblings."
The King nodded with a smile. "Very well then. I trust that the three of you will be the ones to keep an eye out for this young man."
The three's eyes widened in surprise. "U-Us, sir?" Yukari asked.
"Of course. If I asked the soldiers to do this, they will make a blunder of themselves and Kagamine-kun will know." The King reasoned.
Teto nodded. "I understand, My Liege. We shall do as you command and watch over Kagamine-kun from his arrival tomorrow morning."
"And we will do everything in our power to make sure that he will not cause havoc in our kingdom." Sonika stated.
Yukari smiled as she clapped her hands and purple swirls began to swim around her. "This will be fun."
A/N: Sorry for the long wait. And I'm afraid I'll have to make y'all wait a lil longer after this.
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