Author's Note: I didnt really think anyone would like this story, which is fine cause i am just writing it for fun, but i am happy some people are interested in it. It really motivates me, so thanks for taking the time to read it ^_^
Disclaimer: None of these characters belong to me. They all belong to Akira Amano.
Warning: Mm. None really... Except that my grammar stinks ^^; Also, the characters will most likely be moderately to very OOC. Ages of course are gonna be different.
"blahblah"-Talking
blahblah-Inner monologue/ thoughts later on
Side Note: Just a reminder that this story is heavily influenced and inspired by the manhwas: Daughter of the Emperor and One Day I Became A Princess.
Another Note: Formatting is still probably all ober the place, but im trying to keep it consistant.
I stare up at the ceiling boredly as I lay in my crib waiting for sleep to come and send me to dreamland. As an adult I would have killed for a nap; as a baby it's one of the only things I can do and it's annoying me. I can't sleep on demand.
Since I can't sleep maybe it's time to start formulating my attack plan.
Let's think; what would make him pay any attention to me? Maybe acting cutesy? No, that won't work, I'm already adorable and he hates me. Demanding attention? No, that'd probably get me killed.
Ah! Maybe if I ignore him! Or be indifferent to him whenever I see him? That might work. Hmm... It doesn't sound that good...
Oh well, it's all I've got, so it'll have to do for now.
"Oh, you're still awake, princess." Kyouko murmurs. I smiled and raised my hands up to her so she'd pick me up.
"Can't sleep?" She questions to herself, as she does so. "Hm, maybe a walk in the garden will help?"
Yes! Any way to get out of this room. I kick my feet happily to let her know it is a good idea.
"Alright, alright," she laughs lightly. "Let's get you into proper clothes. It's a little chilly out, so we won't be out too long, ok?"
This is one thing I absolutely love about Kyouko; she speaks to me as a person, not just as if I am a baby. It'd be easy for her to just do as she pleases, but she takes the time to explain the things that she will do.
"Have you noticed that the princess hardly cries?" Hana asks suddenly. She is holding me in place as Kyouko pulls a warm wool dress over my head. It is a nice shade of brown and feels soft and warm. I instantly love it. My hair is still pretty short, so all she does is put a cute headband with a flower on it.
"I have noticed that." Kyouko confirms. "It is a little worrying, but she is developing very well overall, so I think it is not something to fuss about." She slides a blanket around me and picks me up. I almost melt at the feeling of warmth and security that I am feeling.
Hana doesn't look convinced, so I smile up at her happily to ease her worries. The frown on her face turns into a smile and she lightly touches my cheek. "I suppose."
"Would you like to come along?" Kyouko asks.
"I can't. The cooks have asked for my help in making dinner, since one of them is sick." She sounds regretful.
"It's alright, dear." Kyouko assures. "You can walk with us until we reach the kitchen."
"Ok." She replies happily. Once we reach the kitchen Hana fawns over me for a few more minutes until she is called away by the cook. That is when we make our way outside for our walk.
Kyouko's pace is neither quick nor slow. It is a comfortable enough pace that I can look around and notice new details around the garden that I hadn't before; such as how it's not overgrown anymore and how there is now a stone bench by the lake. There is also a spot in the center of the garden that looks like a nice place to have a tea party, which is probably it's purpose.
What's with that? Is Giotto planning to take this garden and use it for himself? My eyes narrowed. This is my garden; it belongs to Rose palace and I live there, so it's mine. It's a childish way of thinking, but it's a reasonable assumption, right?
"My, the king is really making this garden more welcoming for you, isn't that nice of him, Tsuna?" She has taken to calling me by my name when we are alone, which makes me happy because it makes me feel more like a person and less like a title.
I huff. For me? Yeah, right. He's clearly trying to make it more appealing for when he takes it over. Clever, Giotto, very clever.
"Oh, King Giotto. Greetings." Kyouko curtsies. "I was just thinking how much more lovely the garden has gotten thanks to you." She smiles prettily.
He hums in response, glancing towards me and I freeze for a moment before remembering my plan.
Ok, here he is. Plan A start!
I look at anywhere but him and when I do look at him it's only for a moment, and I make sure to not look too interested in his reaction to this.
"The princess seems to like it very much as well." She continues speaking. Most likely taking my looking around so much as interest.
"She is ignoring me." He said suddenly, eyes narrowed in obvious annoyance.
"She is still a baby; nothing holds her attention for too long." She explains. No, he's right, Kyouko. I feel triumphant at getting a reaction out of him.
"Useless." He sneers. "Why am I letting such a useless creature live?" He questions.
Oh no. He's really getting mad. Scrap plan A; it will most likely get me killed if I continue. Time for plan B, which is probably just as awful as plan A. Let's hope it doesn't also almost get me killed.
Gazing towards him I smile and babble happily, or at least it sounds like it, but I'm actually calling him every bad name I can think of.
"Oh my," Kyouko sounds surprised. "She's never been this energetic before. She must recognize you as her father." She sounds happy about that for some reason.
That earns her a deep frown from him and a snicker from G, which in turn gets him a glare from Giotto.
Without another word he walks away. G pauses beside us. "The princess is cute today, too." He smiles, poking my cheek playfully and then hurrying to catch up to Giotto.
"You're always cute." Kyouko coo'd softly. I smile sleepily; this walk really did help put me to sleep.
I snapped my eyes open as I felt a strong presence above me. It is shocking to see that it is Giotto who stands above me. Oh, I'm in my crib. No one is around except us two, it makes me feel anxious and uncomfortable, but I suppress the feeling and just look up at him curiously. He stares back at me and when he speaks his words are chilling.
"So innocent and defenseless," Giotto murmurs his hand coming to rest on my throat, as it had months ago, but not tightening this time. "Not knowing anything and smiling so happily up at a killer, as if I couldn't easily snap your neck."
I stare up at him silently. Somehow he is different than usual. His expression is unreadable and his tone is as cold as ever, but I can feel there is something different from before. It is so different that I actually feel kind of bad.
Unconsciously, I lift my hand and rest it on top of the one on my throat. He jerks back and my eyes go wide. What did I just do? This damn bleeding heart of mine!
Looking away to avoid his gaze I am relieved when there is no sign of repercussions for touching him. Would he actually hurt a baby just for touching him? I wonder, and then scoff inwardly. Duh. He tried to kill me just for being born 3 months ago.
Turning to look back at him he is no longer beside my crib, but closer to the window, staring out to the garden thoughtfully.
"Why did I come here?" He questions suddenly. "There is no reason for me to have come here."
He frowns and I breathe a silent sigh of relief when he leaves, ignoring me.
What was that all about? That was so weird. I fretted a little. What was up with him all of a sudden? But, more importantly, who the hell is this guy?! I stare at the man that suddenly appeared beside me in shock.
Hope you enjoyed the chapter! Man, i forgot how difficult writing can be; i cant seem to make smooth transitions to save my life. I hope its not too awful.
PLAN: I dont really have an outline for this story, so this is what i am planning. I think i will will have Tunsa age every 2 or 3 chapters, with special or just filler moments happening in between them, and see where it leads, lol.
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