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Walking through the bustling city of Sindria was no different than walking through any other city in the world. Despite knowing this Delphine could not keep her head from whipping left or right to catch all the sights that this magnificent city had to offer. It was only due to the constant head turning that the young girl quickly became aware of the fact that the white haired male, whose name she had discovered was Jafar, and herself were being watched by the civilian bystanders.

Suddenly, Delphine felt all too aware of how she appeared.

Instinctively she tugged her cloak closer to her body and cast her gaze toward the dirt ground in front of her; making sure to keep her eyes on her feet as they steadily walked. If she were to glance up the obvious embarrassment would be evident by the light red tint on her cheeks.

Do I have to meet the King like this?

The thought that she could possibly meet the King of Sindria as she was now-a complete and utter mess-was absolutely demoralizing. So much so that she almost swiveled around and started back toward the ship. Right as she was about to Delphine then abruptly found herself being stopped as she smacked right into the back of Jafar, who had paused in front of two grand doors while they slowly opened.

Swallowing, the young girl shuffled backwards and then dared a peek around the business like male. It was massive. Bigger than even the ship that she had traveled over on. Marveling at it's sheer size Delphine didn't notice that Jafar had moved until she heard an, "Are you coming?" from a couple feet away.

This didn't seem like such a great idea anymore.

Even if there was food involved.

Nodding meekly, the young girl then started in hesitantly. As soon as she passed though the grand doors they began to close once more. It was certainly too late now if she was thinking about turning back. When Jafar saw that she was walking once more he too started walking toward his destination, wherever that might be.

The only sound that echoed though the hallways of the castle was the soft footsteps of young, bare feet. No others. Even if there was someone else accompanying her though this maze of a Palace. Curious as to why Jafar's feet didn't make sound when they hit the pavement Delphine began to watch how he stepped. There was nothing special about his shoes. At least that was what it appeared to look like.

After what felt like days of walking, they suddenly stopped in front of another large oak door. This time, Jafar stepped to the side allowing her to see the door at it's full length. With her gaze sliding suspiciously between the male and the door Delphine waited until he explained.

"This is the bathing area. Before you meet King Sinbad for dinner we are going to get you prepared with a washing and some new attire. Now, if you'll step inside I shall have the guards go receive Yamuraiha to assist you."

And then he was off.

Pressing on the door, which was lighter than expected, Delphine then walked into a rather large room that was comfortably lite. In the middle of the room was a raised platform in which a spacious pool of water sat. Even from where she was standing she could see the steams of heat rise off of it and bubbles.

Wandering in a little further the girl then noticed that to the left of the bath was a vanity with a mirror and stool, towels, and other accessories. As she was observing her surroundings the door opened behind her and in strutted a women was teal hair, blue eye and what appeared to be shells over her ears.

"Hi! I'm Yamuraiha. And you much be our guest."

Swiftly spinning Delphine almost stumbled back when she found that the women-Yamuraiha-was bending down right near her face.

"Aww, look at you, you're just adorable! What's your name?"

At this the young one paused. Jafar had not asked her name and that had taken care of the issue then, but now that would not be the case. Thinking about the best way to do this Delphine then decided on an old trick that she had seen someone use on a women who was both blind and deaf. Pointing to her hand Delphine waited until Yamuraiha complied. When the women did the girl then uncurled her hand so the palm was up and began to trace the letter D.

Yamuraiha's eye lite up as she recognized what was going on.

"D."

Nodding Delphine than continued until her name she was completely done.

"Delphine. That's a pretty name!"

Pleased to hear such a thing Delphine just grinned at the teal haired women. Something told the young girl that she was going to like her, a lot.

"Now Delphine, it's time for your bath."

With that said they got started. Delphine stripped and then submerged herself in the steaming water. It felt surprising good against her muscles who were so use to walking. Then Yamraiha started to wash her hair. It wasn't long until the water turned a dark brown from all the dirt that had been scrubbed out of her locks and off her skin.

Once they were done Yamuraiha helped her out, wrapped her in a towel and then guided her over to the vanity. Taking a brush out from one of the drawers the women then began to run it though the girl's hair. It took several minutes to get the tangles out, but when they were out Delphine's hair fell straight against her back.

It had been a long time she since had seen herself so clean.

Up next: Meeting Sinbad

Hope to see you next chapter!